Things to do in Lefkada, Ionian Islands: The Best Outdoor Activities

January 12, 2022 Moriah Teneyck

Lefkada's name means "white," from the famous white cliffs of Cape Lefkata, site of an ancient temple of Apollo, where rumor has it that the celebrated Lesbian poet Sappho flung herself from the rocks. To stay with the mythology theme, don’t miss a boat tour on the mighty Odysseia, a colorful replica of a Greek war ship. You can also explore deserted monasteries in the mountains, splash around under the Nidri waterfalls and swim at some of Greece's most famous and beautiful beaches.
Restaurants in Lefkada

1. Nisos Yacht Charter

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Nisos Yacht Charter

Nisos Yacht Charter offers sailing holidays in the wonderful Ionian Islands, Greece. Trips of one or two weeks are most popular, however at certain times we can also do day sails (depending on availability). Visit the islands of Lefkas, Ithica, Kefalonia, Meganissi, Kalamos and Kastos. Great fun for all ages. Suitable for groups up to 10 persons.

2. Activity Holidays Greece

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Activity Holidays Greece

Family run yacht charter business who specialise in Learn to Sail, Cabin Charter, Luxury Charter, Bareboat, Day sailing and Mini flotillas.

3. Get Active

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Get Active

GUIDED mountain bike rides and mountain and road bikes for RENT. Plus hiking trips on the mountainous island of Lefkas! We have NUKEPROOF hardtails and full suspension bikes for rent and for use on our guided tours! Our rides are for all levels of fitness and skill, from gentle trips through olive groves to high energy MTB rides through the hidden tracks and trails on the island! -Family rides 1.5 hours 20€ (FREE for children when using a trailer bike. -Beginner taster rides 2 hours 20€. -Intermediate rides 3 hours from 25€. -Advanced rides 3.5 hours from 35€. RIDLEY road bikes for rent - from 20€ a day. Aluminium and carbon frames available. Quiet roads and plenty of hill climbs makes for a great road biking destination! Our hikes are for those wishing to get out and explore the wilder side of the island. Hikers must have a good level of fitness as our hikes are on ancient footpaths up steep tracks where the views are our rewards! From 20€ per person.

4. Porto Katsiki

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Porto Katsiki

Reviewed By J_Jurate - Vilnius, Lithuania

Picture perfect beach in Lefkada. High cliffs and clear blue water makes a perfect getaway. Make sure you come early in high season as parking lots aren’t very spacious. Windy road to get there but not too difficult to reach it.

5. Egremni Beach

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Egremni Beach

Reviewed By Widegrenskan

Fantastic beach and turquoise clear water. You have to bring your own umbrella and something to eat and drink.

6. Kavalikefta Beach

310 80 Greece
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Kavalikefta Beach

Reviewed By Aleks29 - Krsko, Slovenia

We visited Kavalikefta+Megali Petra in afternoon hours in July. I immediatelly regreted, that we have not spent whole day for Kavalikefta and Megali Petra, because for me, they are one of most amazing beaches on Lefkada. This big rocks lying arround, some of them as big as small house, are relly something special, that you can not see on other beaches. Even the road downhill to the beaches, is one of the curviest and is nice experience by itself. Parking is a bit problem as on most beaches with steep background but anyway this two beaches sre definetly worth visiting.

7. Ammoussa Beach

Apollonii 310 82 Greece
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Ammoussa Beach

Reviewed By antonshkodrov - Sofia, Bulgaria

Been 4 times in Lefkada for Vacation, first time have the pleasure to relax on Ammoussa beach. There is parking available, coffee and restaurant. Prices are totally affordable narrowing to cheap. 2 sun beds+umbrella+little table costs 5 euro. Recommend to visit it either in the beginning or in the end of the season. Otherwise it gets crowded. Easily this beach became one of my favorite in Lefkada island.

8. Agiofilli Beach

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Agiofilli Beach

Reviewed By ramonramzi - Island of Malta, Malta

Agiofili beach is spectacular + great for snorkeling. Seen alot of big fish and small. There were moments that in front of me alot of fish, great experience. Who likes to dive from high cliffs there is a cliff where to jump from (the photo uploaded) This beach (in my opinion) is best reached with ferry from Vasiliki Port, its hassle free... They say you can walk it but I didnt experience that so cant tell if its easy or hard. Ferry is € 7 per person, with return to Vasiliki Port and will operate every hour. Enjoy :)

9. Kathisma Beach

Agios Nikitas 310 80 Greece +30 2645 029411
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Kathisma Beach

Reviewed By Vlad_Paun - Bucharest, Romania

We like this beach so much. The beach is long and wide with sand and very small white pebble stones in the water. The view from the road just before arriving to Kathisma beach is amazing. The beach is well organised with plenty of sunbeds, parking spaces , taverns , showers and toilets. It's a close batle for the most beautiful beach in Lefkada, but this is on the podium sharing the 1st spot with Porto Katsiki.

10. Milos Beach

Agios Nikitas Greece http://lefkas.net/milos-beach-lefkada/
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Milos Beach

Reviewed By afroditi1234 - Berlin, Germany

One of the most and unique beaches i have ever visited in my life. Crystal clear water to dive into , great quality of sand and big enough so you can have your own space . 5 stars

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