Koufonissi beaches

The uninhabited island of Koufonissi has approximately 36 beaches and small coves, most of which remain secluded and unspoilt. The white and yellow rocks, sand dunes and low steppe vegetation contrast sharply with the turquoise waters of the South Cretan Sea. Its best-known shores include Hiliaderfia, Prosfora, Pigadi and Saint Nicholas, and Asprougas. There are no organised facilities or natural shade on the beaches, while access is mainly by excursion or private boat. Visitors should observe all restrictions intended to protect the island’s natural and archaeological environment.

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Asprougas beach at Koufonissi

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The area of Asprougas could easily be described as an open-air geological museum, full of fossils (one slope of the area is fully covered with fossils from an extinct species of snail). Besides the rich fossils, the morphology of the whole area with the white and stripped rocks scattered everywhere is amazing.

Hiliaderfia beach at Koufonissi

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In the southeastern part of the magic island is formed Chiliaderfia Bay with 4 beaches and 2-3 islets colored by the characteristic white color of the rocks of the area, which in ancient times gave the island its name Lefki (i.e. white). All beaches have shallow water, as clear as anywhere in Crete, and fine golden sand.

Kamarelles beach at Koufonissi

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Kamarelles Beach, opposite the small islet of Marmaro and next to the ancient Roman Theatre, is an amazing sandy beach. It is very interesting to watch ancient pillars while snorkeling! On the south end of the beach, we meet two impressive natural arches, called Kamarelles.

Prosfora beach at Koufonissi

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The longest beach at Koufonissi lies in the southeast part of the islet, overlooking Africa! Amazing clean water, rocky seabed ideal for snorkeling, and smooth sand ideal for playing beach tennis. The only problem is the lack of shade.

Halasma beaches at Koufonissi

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At the southeastern tip of the island Koufonissi, between the beach of Hiliaderfia and the narrowest part of Trahilas Cape (called Diakofti), we meet the location called Halasma.

Greos beaches at Koufonissi

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At the tip of the easternmost cape of Koufonissi, an imposing towering rock with characteristic rock layers is formed. Either side of that rock hosts some really beautiful beaches with sand and rocks in places. The nicest beach at Greos is the one facing north.

Anemertia beach at Koufonissi

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The beautiful beachfront facing east and extending from the northernmost point of Koufonisi to the small well beneath the outpost of the island is called Anemertia. Anemertia's northern part is sandy, while the south is mainly rocky.