Samaria Gorge
Europe-famous 16 km gorge hike through a national park, from the White Mountains to the Libyan Sea.
Gorges · Sfakia
Nature & landscapes
Gorges, caves, peaks, plateaus and lakes
Behind the beaches, Crete is a mountain island: three ranges above 2,000 m, hundreds of gorges, caves linked to the myths of Zeus, high plateaus and rare palm forests. Spring and autumn are the best seasons for walking; in summer, start early and carry plenty of water.
White Mountains (Lefka Ori)
The great mountains of western Crete.
Mountains & peaks · Sfakia
Imbros Gorge
An easier alternative to Samaria.
Gorges · Sfakia
Aradena Gorge and Bridge
A deep gorge crossed by a famous iron bridge.
Gorges · Sfakia
Omalos Plateau
High plateau at the top of Samaria gorge.
Plateaus, forests & parks · Sfakia
White Mountains National Park
Greece's famous national park around Samaria.
Plateaus, forests & parks · Sfakia
Hidden gem
White Mountains High Desert
A lunar landscape of rocks and peaks.
Mountains & peaks · Sfakia
Hidden gem
Katsiveli Refuge
A high mountain refuge in the White Mountains.
Mountains & peaks · Sfakia
Hidden gem
Tavri Refuge
A mountain refuge above the Askifou plateau.
Mountains & peaks · Sfakia