Elafonissi Beach Tour From Chania
Description
Spend a day on this beautiful exotic landscaped beach of Crete, Elafonisi. Voted, as one of the best beaches of Europe, Elafonisi attracts more and more tourists every year. It's clear blue waters, pink sand, and it's unique landscape will leave travelers speechless. It belongs to the Natural network because of its unique natural beauty. TOUR HIGHLIGHTS . ✓ 2nd Best Beach in Europe/11th Globally (Trip-Advisor) ✓ Swim in the Crystal Clear Waters ✓ Walk on the warm Pink Coral Sand
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Elafonisi is an oblong, which often "breaks" in two parts by water giving the impression of being a separate island. Elafonissi is a “Natura 2000” protected area. The island is full of dunes with sand lilies and junipers (like-cedar trees). The endangered turtles Caretta-Caretta and several rare animals nest on the island and it is strictly forbidden to remove any plants, animals from the area. Exotic beach with white sand and turquoise waters, reminding of the Caribbean, are formed on either sides of the peninsula. The sand is pinkish in many places, taking its color from thousands of broken shells. Near the “breaking" point of the peninsula, the water does not exceed 1m, creating a small lagoon, ideal for children. You can easily cross the lagoon in order to reach the “island”, having your stuff with you, because the water is very shallow there. Swim in the crystal-clear waters, have lunch and take some memorable photos of the unique landscape. The rest of hours are for transfer
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Pickup Locations & Times
You will receive a voucher with pick up details based on the place you stay
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(7)
The guide was very attentive to make sure everyone boarded on time and was very kind in dealing with passengers and had some interesting information to share about Crete. Snags were the long trek to the beach and that all the chaise lounges and umbrellas were already in use by the time we arrived. This is not the tour bus’s fault but it meant almost all our group had to lie on the sand. There was an hour long stop on the way back for a self pay lunch which I didn’t really need.
Not ideal for people with walking difficulties; walk to the beach from car park, unsheltered. Not enough sunbeds on beach, it was overcrowded sadly. Head left towards the water sports and take shelter under a tree. Take your own umbrella, tent or chairs. Very little shade. Lovely guide and driver, nice journey
From the arrival we are directed to the first parking without leaving us the choice and over 5€ while the next ones that are closer to the beaches are 3€. Far too many people on the beaches while we are in June it spoils the beauty of the place.
The trip was listed as lasting about 8 hours but the pickups/drop-offs added an additional hour to either end, making the bus time longer than the time at our destination. The guide was friendly and shared some interesting information along the way, and we really enjoyed the stop we made on the way to the beach.
Excellent tour guide who gave insight into Greek history and olive oil making plus other general interest and traditions in Crete. Coach driver superb at driving very tight areas and tight bends. Short stop at Ag. Sofia cave to continue for full 4 hours on beach. Return journey one hour with choice to eat at restaurant recommended (not Inc in price). Good day trip to include in holiday.
