Karavostasi Beach (Bali)

About

A small turquoise cove in Bali with swimmable caves.

Karavostasi is one of the small coves of Bali, the seaside village between Rethymno and Heraklion. It is sheltered, with a sandy beach, turquoise water and small rocks dotted around the bay. On the western side, there are sea caves you can swim into on calm days.

The beach is organised with sunbeds and a couple of cafes, and the village tavernas are a short walk away. It can get busy in high summer, as it is small, so come early or in the late afternoon.

Mylopotamos lies between Rethymno and Heraklion, stretching from the north coast up the slopes of Psiloritis. The coast has the pretty resorts of Bali and Panormos, while inland you find the pottery village of Margarites, ancient Eleftherna, the Melidoni cave and the mountain villages of Anogia and Zoniana. The area is known for its strong traditions, Cretan lyra music and hearty mountain food, especially lamb and cheese. It's a great area for exploring away from the main resorts.

Highlights & amenities

Entry: Free

Around Mylopotamos

Rethymno sits between the mountains and two seas, and it is the easiest region to combine with the rest of the island. Its old town and Fortezza are among the best preserved on Crete, with Venetian doorways, Ottoman wooden balconies and a long sandy beach right next to the centre. More about Rethymno