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Matala beach, Matala

4.3

#1 of 106 in Outdoors in Heraklion Prefecture

Beach Nature / Park Must See

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Combine your beach visit with some cave exploration at Matala beach, where the landscape features a rocky plateau that appears to be sliding into the sea. Climb up to access some of the caves, cut into the side of the sliding rock by the water over the years. There is one particularly large cave over the sea, and swimmers often paddle to its mouth to inspect the inside. Cafes, restaurants, and shops line the beach and offer facilities along the shore. Use our Matala vacation planner to arrange your visit to Matala beach and other attractions in Matala.

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Matala beach Reviews

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4.7

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• By Sandy H

  The beach has no waves so is very safe for swimming. A pleasant place to walk and stop at a cocktail bar or two!  more »

• By Deleurme

  Great combination of sandy beach and some okay snorkeling. Water gets deep fairly quickly and the sand at the waters edge is more like small pepples. Plenty of shops/restaurants to satisfy everyone’s....  more »

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• By Maracine Adina Viorica

  The only thing is that the place is amazing. If u want to explore the cave don't go with flip flops.

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• By Prihor Roxana

  Beautiful view of caves and that’s it. The beach it’s too rocky, in the water there are also stones. We do not recommend for families with kids.

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