Sandy beaches · Phaistos
Matala Beach & Caves
Sandy bay overlooked by cliffs honeycombed with ancient caves.
Paddle, ski, parasail
Sea kayaking and stand up paddle tours reach coves you would never find from the road, and the bigger beaches have jet skis, parasailing and water skiing. Mornings are calmest.
Sandy beaches · Phaistos
Sandy bay overlooked by cliffs honeycombed with ancient caves.
Secluded coves · Kissamos
Wild coves backed by an ancient juniper forest, a short way from Elafonisi.
Lakes, rivers & waterfalls · Apokoronas
The only natural freshwater lake in Crete.