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Elafonissi Beach, Elafonissi

4.5
#1 of 2,800 in Outdoors in Greece
Beach Nature / Park Must See
Located on a tiny islet famous for its white sands, Elafonissi Beach offers warm and shallow waters, an ideal setting for families with small children. Situated near the southwestern corner of Crete, the beach has beckoned travelers for centuries with its tropical climate and rich plant life. Nearby tourist facilities include free parking, showers, and changing rooms, along with several cafes offering light snacks and cold drinks. The islet is a magnet for day-trippers from other parts of Crete, so try to time your visit for mid-afternoon, when the last of the tour buses leave for the day. To visit Elafonissi Beach on your holiday in Elafonissi, and find out what else Elafonissi has to offer, use our Elafonissi.
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Tours To Elafonissi Beach

Elafonisi ( The pink sand beach) BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $45
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Day Trip to Elafonisi Island From Heraklion BOOK WITH VIATOR FROM $53
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Elafonissi Beach Reviews

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  • By 762dragani
    Simply so beautiful, alive and untouched!!!! Nature in its best!!!! Come to relax, read, walk, sleep, dive... this place has everything for everyone!!!!  more »
  • By gloriacT5907AV
    Breathtaking as most beaches in Crete. Water is so beautifully blue. Very pristine beach. There ic October.  more »
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  • By Werner Poschner
    Amazing, but come early. If you are late it is crowded
  • By Nikos Manolarakis
    One of the best beaches in the world. Love the pink sand.
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