Zakynthos Tours & Things to Do
Discover the best Zakynthos (Zante) tours and things to do on this stunning Ionian island: sail to the world-famous Navagio Shipwreck Beach framed by white cliffs, snorkel the glowing turquoise Blue Caves, spot loggerhead turtles in Laganas Bay, cruise the Keri sea caves, and taste local wine in the island’s hillside villages. Compare top-rated experiences and plan the perfect trip.
Explore Zakynthos by interest
Whatever brings you to Zakynthos — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Top attractions in Zakynthos
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Navagio Beach
Shipwreck cove.
Blue Caves
Turquoise arches.
Turtle Island
Loggerheads.
Catamaran Cruise
Coastal sailing.
Keri Caves
Southern coast.
Village Wine
Island flavours.
Marathonisi
Turtle bay.
Zante Coast
Sea cliffs.
Boat awayNavagio Beach
Shipwreck cove.
Boat awayBlue Caves
Turquoise arches.
Boat awayTurtle Island
Loggerheads.
South awayKeri Caves
Sea caves.
Coast awayCatamaran Cruise
Full-day sail.
Inland awayWine Villages
Local tastings.
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Zakynthos visitor asks before booking.
Spring (Apr–May)
Green, mild and quiet — lovely for exploring.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Hot, sunny and busy, with warm seas — peak season.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Warm sea and fewer crowds — an excellent time.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Mild but quiet, with many boat tours closed.
For turtles
Late spring to early autumn is best for turtle spotting.
Best overall
June and September are ideal.
One day
Navagio Beach and the Blue Caves.
Two days
Add turtle spotting and a cruise.
Three days
Add the Keri caves and villages.
For beaches
Navagio and hidden coves.
For turtles
Laganas Bay and Marathonisi.
With kids
Turtle spotting and the Blue Caves.
By boat
Boats reach Navagio, the Blue Caves and turtle bay.
Car & tours
A car or tour is handy for the villages and viewpoints.
Island tours
Bus tours cover the viewpoints, villages and caves.
On foot
Zakynthos Town and resorts are walkable.
Where to stay
Base in Zakynthos Town, Laganas or Tsilivi.
Euro currency
Greece uses the euro; cards are widely accepted.
Navagio early
Take an early boat to Navagio Beach to beat the crowds.
Blue Caves light
Morning light makes the Blue Caves glow brightest.
Respect turtles
Choose responsible turtle tours that keep their distance.
Full-day cruise
A full-day cruise combines Navagio and the Blue Caves.
Explore the south
The Keri caves offer a quieter, scenic corner.
June & September
Visit in June or September for warm seas and fewer crowds.
Navagio cruises
Navagio boat trips fill up — book ahead.
Full-day cruises
Popular catamaran cruises sell out — reserve early.
Turtle tours
Turtle spotting trips have limited spots — book ahead.
Keri trips
Keri cave boat trips fill up — reserve early.
Sunset cruises
Sunset cruises book out — reserve ahead.
Peak summer
July and August are busiest — book everything ahead.
Navagio boat
Around €30–50 for a Navagio and Blue Caves boat trip.
Full-day cruise
About €55–90 for a full-day catamaran cruise.
Turtle trip
Roughly €25–45 for a turtle-spotting boat trip.
Keri caves
Around €25–45 for a Keri caves boat trip.
Sunset cruise
About €35–60 for a sunset cruise.
How to save
Join a group cruise to combine Navagio and the Blue Caves.
Zakynthos through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
- Best for
- Green & quiet.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Lovely.
- Best for
- Warm seas.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Busy.
- Best for
- Warm & calm.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Excellent.
- Best for
- Quiet island.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Closed.