Antisamos

Mountainous Kefalonia, the largest group of the Ionian Islands, is a popular destination just a beach holiday. Although the island is dominated by Mount Aenos, and pine-covered hills that descend to the sea, the beach is sandy coves lapped by turquoise waters that attract the most visitors. The best way to enjoy the beaches on Kefalonia is up to book your accommodation as well as some of the many enchanting beaches are easily accessible.

If you arrive by ferry in the capital, Argostoli, south to the nearby beaches, Makris Gialos Platis Gialos and which ends at the island Tourkopodaro. Makris Gialos has an area of chairs ideal for sunbathing, but ago jetski rental if you want to be more active. Small Platis Gialos is quieter and less developed than its neighbor. Both beaches have bars and you will find an excellent choice of accommodation Villa near Lassi.

A few kilometers further south, taverns and a fine red sand bring visitors to Avithos. The naturist beach is clothing optional at nearby Ligia. From the shore, you will see the small island of Dias with his little church. It is possible to take a short boat ride to the island and, depending on the season, the beaches could be abandoned. Neighbouring Svoronata offers villa accommodations, taverns and cafes. Backed by steep white cliffs, secluded beach near Spartia is less developed and there is good housing. Trapezaki is another beautiful beach and you will find here a selection of villas and hotels. Some of the best beaches for marine life found in the southeast of Kefalonia in Skala, where loggerhead turtles nest.

Myrtos, 30km north of Argostoli, filed a request to have one of the most famous beaches of Greece, with its white sand backed by sheer cliffs. Although very popular and crowded in summer, the beach is big enough for you to find a place here and the seas are generally calm. The nearby village of Zola housing Villa good. The fishing village of Fiskardo in the far north, has retained its Venetian-style architecture is organized around a small bay surrounded by trees. Near Emblisi Beach, lined with interesting rock formations, is composed of small white stones, so make sure you bring a mat.

Sami, the main marina to the east of the island was used as a principal for the film that popularized Cephalonia, Captain Corelli's Mandolin. Like many beaches on the east coast, it consists of pebbles, but there is a waterfront tavern filled with shops and cafes. And from Sami, you can rent a car and drive down the coast Antisamos, one of the most spectacular beaches of Kefalonia.