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Zakynthos

In 2021 we were on Santorini, where we were particularly enthusiastic about the Greek flair with its charming architecture, but we missed the green nature on Santorini.

For this reason we decided in 2022 for the beautiful green island of Zakynthos and its picturesque bays, the crystal clear water and the beautiful beaches.

Zakynthos is a Greek island in the Ionian Sea.

The capital of Zakynthos is Zakynthos(town).

The island is also a breeding ground for the endangered turtle species "Caretta Caretta".

We started from Frankfurt by direct flight to Zakynthos. The return flight with the airline "Condor" cost us €400 per person with luggage.

Accommodation in Zakynthos

House of the Sea

Location: The hotel is centrally located in the town of Laganes.

Costs: around €100 per night

Value for money: good

Pros: The room was nice and modern. Each room had a small patio or balcony. Free parking was available in front of the hotel and the beach was only a 2 minute walk away.

Cons: Breakfast was included and served at a beachfront restaurant a 2 minute walk from the hotel. Unfortunately the breakfast was very basic and consisted only of coffee, juice, two slices of toast, cheese, ham, butter and jam. There were no menu choices or buffet options, and additional dishes could be ordered for an additional fee. We were not happy with the taste of the breakfast so we decided to have breakfast elsewhere.

Conclusion: We can warmly recommend the accommodation.

House of the Sea

Getting around Zakynthos

AutoRollerQuad

Since the island is relatively large, it is advisable to rent a means of transport to easily explore the island.

We had rented a car for a week, as it is better and faster to get around than with a quad or scooter.

We paid 260 euros for one week including insurance.

Tip:

We recommend booking a car in advance and collecting and dropping it off directly at the airport.

Beaches in Zakynthos

Laganas Beach

Laganas beach, located in the town of the same name, is very popular due to its location.

Here you will not only find wonderfully clear and blue water, but also many opportunities to relax and enjoy. Many hotels and restaurants have their own beach sections where you can make yourself comfortable on loungers.

The park:

Parking spaces are available and free of charge.

Kalamaki Beach

The 5 km long Kalamaki Beach is one of the longest beach resorts on the island and is known for the turtle nesting sites and the mountains that surround the beach.

The park:

A parking lot is available and free of charge.

Gerakas Beach

Gerakas Beach is a popular turtle beach and a nesting ground for a rare species of turtle called Caretta Caretta, which is why the shoreline is strictly protected.

Shipwreck /- Navagio Beach

Navagio Beach in Zakynthos, also known as Shipwreck Beach, is famous for the shipwreck that ran aground on the coast in 1980 and has been a popular photo opportunity ever since. The beach is only accessible by boat and offers crystal clear waters and an impressive backdrop of high cliffs and rock formations. A smuggler's ship was shipwrecked here in October 1980 due to stormy weather and has been rusting away ever since. The crew was rescued and imprisoned.

We booked a tour to get there (see entry below under "activities").

Xigia Cave/Beach

Xigia Beach is located in a small bay on the north coast of Zakynthos.

The beach consists of white pebbles and the water is clear and blue. A few loungers including umbrellas are offered on the beach.

Above the bay is a gastronomy from which you have a beautiful view of the bay. There are toilets there.

Parking: free on the roadside

Info:

There is a slight sulphurous smell in the air due to sulfur springs in the surrounding sea caves. You get used to it quickly!

Tip: take bathing shoes with you.

Porto Limnionas

The picturesque bay of Porto Limnionas, surrounded by rocks, is accessible via a staircase. It is a real paradise for snorkeling fans because of the crystal clear water. Note, however, that there is limited space. But don't worry, there is a cozy gastronomy that will provide you with two loungers and an umbrella for around 20 euros

Parking: free

Skinari Cape

The Skiari Cape on Zakynthos is a dream come true. Stairs lead down to the sea along the rocks and via a small ladder you can climb into the crystal clear water and swim or snorkel. If you want to relax in between, you can sit down on one of the loungers along the stages and enjoy the beautiful view.

Parking: free

Other beaches in Zakynthos:

Dafni BeachKeri BeachPlanos BeachArgassi BeachVasilikos Beach....

Eat in Zakynthos

Serviceliste

Activities in Zakynthos

rent a boat

Anbieter: Fun at Sea Boat Rental

Ort: Keri

Cost: 8 hours 190 including petrol

Parking: free

Info: No boat license is required

A boat tour on Zakynthos is highly recommended to explore the blue caves, Marathonisi Island (Turtle Island) and the beautiful underwater world with snorkeling.

Boat tour to Shipwreck Beach and Blue Caves

Provider: Porto Vromi Maries Kontes Tour

Costs: 20 - 25 euros pp

Startort: Porto Vromi Anafonitria

Parking: free

Tip: The street stands are intermediaries.

The closer you get to the departure point "Porto Vromi Anafonitria", the cheaper the tour is offered.

From the intermediary in Keri where we bought our tickets, we were sent to the provider "Porto Vromi Maries Kontes Tour".

There we would have had to pay only 20 euros instead of 25 euros per person.

At the stand at the port, only 15 euros were charged for the tour.

(GetYoureGuide charges 30 euros for the same tour from another provider).

Shipwreck Beach viewpoint

Parking : available and free

This motif of the shipwreck is often seen as a typical postcard motif and image for travel offers on Zakynthos.

Unfortunately, there is only a mini viewing platform in front of which tourists frolic and queue to take typical photos of the shipwreck.

We had our drone with us and were able to take many photos and videos with it, which gave us a completely different and more beautiful view of this beach.

Tip: You can admire the sunset there.

Turtle Rescue Center

Cost: free

Opening hours: Mon - Sun 9 am - 8 pm

Parking: free and directly opposite.

Info: There is a painting station and donations are accepted.

Combine a visit to the Turtle Rescue Center with a day at Gerakas Beach (which is located there).

The Family Farm

Costs: 6 euros entry 2 euros food

Opening hours: Mon - Sun 9 am - 7 pm

Animal species: There are turtles, ducks, chickens/roosters, goats, sheep, a donkey, a pony, guinea pigs, a turkey and rabbits

Suitable for: families, couples, individuals, ..

Info: There are different stations for painting, games, etc..

wine tasting

Offerer:

Estate & Winery - Art & Wine

Hours of Operation: Mon - Sun 9am - 9pm

(Tasting ONLY from 11 am - 7 pm)

Cost:

Goumas Estade 10 Euro pP

2 wines, olive oil, cheese, figs

2. Goumas Estade grand 25 Euro pP

6 wines, bruschetta, a cheese and cold cut plateau and a surprise bite of the day.

3. Premium State Goumas 50 Euro pP

6 wines, "

Grampas Winery & Restaurant

Opening hours: Mon - Sun 10 am - 12 am

(Tasting ONLY from 10 am - 5 pm)

Cost:

Aroma 7 Eurp pP

3 wines, breadsticks and dip.

2. Avil 15 Euro pP

5 wines, bruschetta, breadsticks, dip, cheese, olives

3. Premium 25 Euro p.P

6 wines, bruschetta, breadsticks, dip, cheese, olives, cold cuts

4. Grampsas 50 Euro p.P

4 selectet wines, bruschetta, bread sticks, dips, cheese, olives, cold cuts

Info: We did a wine tasting at Estate & Winery - Art & Wine. There are other providers on the island, but these two were recommended to us by locals on the island.