Holiday in Navagio Beach

What makes Navagio Beach special as a destination?

Navagio Beach on Zakynthos is perhaps the most famous beach in the world and the most photographed motif in Greece. Surrounded by 200-meter-high vertical limestone cliffs, the bay is home to the wreck of the smuggler ship MV Panagiotis, which ran aground here in 1980 while being pursued by the Greek Navy. The dazzling white pebble beach and the unreal turquoise water create a contrast that is not exaggerated in any photo — reality exceeds all expectations. Access to the bay is only possible by boat, which protects the beach from overcrowding. Excursion boats depart several times a day from Porto Vromi, Agios Nikolaos, and the port of Zakynthos Town. The best time to visit is late morning when the sun fully illuminates the beach and the water shimmers in all shades of turquoise. Sooner or later, the bay will be in the shadow of the cliffs. The legendary viewpoint high up on the cliffs is accessible via a road in the northwest of the island and offers the iconic bird's-eye view — especially at sunset, it is an unforgettable experience. Nearby are the Blue Caves, where sunlight transforms the sea water into brilliant cobalt blue. Zakynthos is also an important nesting site for the endangered Caretta-Caretta sea turtle, which lays its eggs on the southern beaches of the island. Navagio Beach is a must for every traveler to Greece — a place that proves that nature is the best architect.