![]() If you have your own car, just follow the signs to the Preveli Monastery, as you get close, the road splits to the left down to a large carpark on the top of a hill. Sturdy walking shoes are recommended, and be sure to keep some water in reserve, as going back up in the blazing afternoon sun can be sweaty work. It is rocky, and in some areas stone stairs are in place. The walk up and down is not to be underestimated. The water is clear, but note that the beach is made up of pebbles. There are no chairs or umbrellas for rent here, so come prepared. Just back from the beach, you'll find palm trees, which creates the feeling of a green oasis in an otherwise dry area. The beach is set between two steep hills and has a freshwater stream flowing through the center. If you aren't up for the walk, you can always take a boat from Plakias. Just a glimpse will make you think that the steep descent down a stone walkway will be worth the effort–and you will be right. The view down to Preveli Beach with the deep blue Libyan Sea in the background is nothing short of spectacular. Preveli Preveli Beach | Photo Copyright: Lana Law A lifeguard is on duty during the peak season.Ħ. A longish set of stairs leads down to the beach from the parking area. The beach is easily accessed off the main highway, and free parking is available in the gravel lots. Water sports are available in one area and include Jet Ski rentals and large inflatables. A restaurant above the beach provides service to visitors on the beach, so you never even have to leave your lounge chair. All that you'll see is the sun, sand, and sea. One of the best features of the beach is that it is virtually undeveloped no tavernas or shops line the shore, and the highway is up and out of sight. The water is warm and shallow well out into the bay. This is a perfect place for swimming, even if you are not a strong swimmer. The light blond sand combined with the clear water makes for a spectacular shade of turquoise. A long curving stretch of sand with towering cliffs in behind set in a wide bay will have you whipping out your camera. Just a short drive from Agios Nikolaos, Voulisima Beach is one of the most spectacular beaches on Mirabello Bay, if not the entire north coast. Voulisma Beach Voulisma Beach | Photo Copyright: Lana Law The road is gravel part of the way and can be a bit rough, although the local government is working on improving the situation.ģ. This will allow you to set your own timetable and avoid the crowds that arrive on the frequent boats. If you are up for a bit of an adventure and don't mind a 25-minute walk down to the beach (and back up), consider driving. Beautiful, soft, white sand and impossibly clear turquoise water draw you into this small slice of paradise. Prince Charles and the late Princess Diana visited this beach with their private yacht, and once you arrive, you'll see why they stopped by. Similar in nature to Elafonissi, the beach is connected to an offshore island resulting in shallow lagoons and calm waters. Best reached by boat from Kissamos port, Balos is a wild beach on the northwestern peninsula of Crete. The array of greens and blues as you look down on the beach is unforgettable. If you've been looking at postcards as you wander the shopping districts, you'll likely have seen a photo of Balos. Begin by having a read through our list of the best beaches on Crete. If you are looking for a beach town to relax for a week, or if you want an escape from the crowds and tourist shops, you can find it here. Vai, located in the wild and rugged east end of the island, is a little out of the way but worth the trip, and on the west side of Crete is Elafonissi, where crushed shells give the beach a unique pink hue. On the remote south coast, facing the Lybian Sea, is the famous Matala beach and some incredible stretches of sand in very dramatic settings, at the base of cliff walls. The beautiful beaches on the north coast tend to be busier and are often backed by restaurants and shops. Each has its own look and feel, but regardless of the kind of beachgoer you are, you'll find something to your liking. Crete has a mix of pebble beaches and sand beaches, so it is important to do your research before planning a beach vacation and also consider the type of experience you are looking for. ![]() Soft, golden sands and crystal-clear waters create the idyllic settings that draw many vacationers to the island. The beaches on Crete are some of the best beaches in Greece.
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