Ammos is the first beach you will encounter during your perambulation in the town of Karpathos. Its largest part is organized and an excellent choice for those who want to stay close to the town and those who want to combine their evening swim with the night life of the capital.
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Afoti, a continuation of Pigadia, is a nice sandy beach, which attracts many visitors, since it is wide, well organized and near the capital of Karpathos. On the coastal road and the surrounding area are located bars and taverns, where you can enjoy your drink and traditional dishes. The ruins of the Old-Christian basilica, Agia Fotini, are the...
This is a small pebbly beach, 10km from the town of Karpathos. It is an excellent choice for those who seek a secluded beach and aren't interested in the comforts of organized beaches.
Votsalakia is the first beach you will encounter in the settlement of Ammoopi, also known as Megali Ammoopi. Like all beaches in Ammoopi, it attracts a lot of people, both families due to the shallow waters and its amenities and younger people, since there are several options for entertainment.
The beach of Pera Ammos is the natural continuation of Votsalakia. Its waters are crystal clear and shallow, while it has all the necessary amenities for the bathers. The area is ideal for an excursion and a visit to the church of Agii Apostoli. It also has several options for accommodation, since it is one of the most popular tourist resorts...
Ammoopi, the smallest beach of the area but one of the most known on the island, is located after the beach of Pera Limni. This is an ideal organized beach for families due to its shallow waters. The white rock, Asprouas, stands imposing on its edge and is ideal for dives.
Near the airport is located this beach of wild beauty with worn rocks by the sea and unique caves, which compose a breathtaking landscape.
The route to Diakoftis is a bit gnarled, but the unique beauty of contrast between the white sand and turquoise waters will reward the traveller. You should bring all the necessary with you, since the beach is not organized and there are no stores in the surrounding area.
Psorari, one of the most tranquil and secluded beaches far away from the noise of the cosmopolitan beaches, is similar to Diakoftis and the ideal choice for the lovers of lax and lonesome vacation. It is located 17km from Pigadia and near the airport.
Kastelia is a particularly small beach and yet one of the most impressive ones on the island surrounded by tall rocks. It is organized with umbrellas and sunbeds, since there is no natural shade. If you like hiking, then you can take time by the forelock and walk down the road that leads to Kastelia.
The settlement of Lefkos has many organized beaches, such as Lefkos, Fragkolimnionas and Potali. This is the departure point of the excursion boats to Sokastro Islet, which is located right across. The area has developed mildly over the last years and has several options for accommodation and entertainment.
This is a secluded golden sandy beach, where you will enjoy its crystal clear waters in a peaceful environment with a view to the neighboring Kasos. The strong winds create waves, ideal for windsurfing.
Near the settlement of Arkasa is located the beach of Agios Nikolaos, a golden sandy beach with shallow blue waters. It is partially organized with a taverna and a cafe.
The small settlement of Kyra Panagia developed thanks to its beach, which is one of the most known and popular of the island. It is an organized beach, ideal for families due to its shallow waters, while there are several options for accommodation as well as taverns.
Apella is located in the southeastern side of Karpathos and has been designated as the best beach in Europe twice. It can be accessed either by boat or by car via a dirt road. The surrounding rocks are covered with pine trees descending to the sea, while water gushes from the springs of the mountain, which stands like the custodian of this...
Ahata is located 5km from Aperi and 10km to the northwest of Karpathos. It is a sandy beach with scattered pebbles and crystal clear deep waters surrounded by verdurous mountains. It is organized with umbrellas and sunbeds as well as a taverna, since there are no other stores in the area.
Hai is located after Apella and can be accessed only by boat. It is a small sandy beach with turquoise deep waters and steer rocks composing an exotic landscape.
Gialou Horafi is a wide beach with fine sand and blue waters located in the northwestern part of Karpathos near Lefkos. The area is developing in a summer resort with several services and amenities, such as accommodation, restaurants and tourist shops.
Panagias Limani is located next to the beach of Gialos. It is not organized with umbrellas and sunbeds and is the ideal choice for those who want to enjoy their swim at a tranquil beach.
You will encounter Agios Nikolaos, a tranquil beach with inchoate amenities, via a unique route, just 4km from Spoa. Steer rocks are surrounding the beach offering natural shade, while scattered white rocks and stones in the waters compose an exotic landscape. This is the favorite beach of the locals!
You can access Saria by your own dinghy or by the boat departing daily from Diafani. There you will discover a pristine gorgeous beach in Palatia, ideal for relaxation and swimming.