Top 10 Outdoor Activities in South Aegean, South Aegean

January 31, 2022 Malia Yoakum

Discover the best top things to do in South Aegean, Greece including Kleftiko Beach, Hiking Trail Fira - Oia, Plaka Beach, Perissa Black Sand Beach, Sarakiniko Beach, Tsambika Beach, Manganari Beach, Farma of Rhodes Petting Zoo, Lindos Beach, Apella Beach.
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1. Kleftiko Beach

Greece
Excellent
93%
Good
7%
Satisfactory
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 1,188 reviews

Kleftiko Beach

Reviewed By elenagliatismel - Glyfada, Greece

I highly recommend the boat tours that sail around Milos island especially the tour that stops at Kleftiko for a swim.The crystal blue waters are irresistible and the scenery is majestic.Enjoying a lunch on board surrounded by 50 shades of blue waters.One must not miss the boat tour when visiting Milos Island.It is an unforgettable experience.

2. Hiking Trail Fira - Oia

847 00 Greece
Excellent
80%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 3,221 reviews

Hiking Trail Fira - Oia

This is the most obvious hike you can make on the island of Santorini and it will lead you - if you have not discovered them by now - through the sister villages of Fira, Firostefani and Imerovigli, going higher up all the time above the caldera. It then continues through the expanding housing in northern direction and it finally goes to Oia via a really magnificent path. This hike offers many changing views on the volcano, the sea and the caldera. This hike takes two hours and a half (actual walking time), but the total time can reach 4 or 5 hours. It is ideal to leave Firà at about 10am and in this way you will arrive in Oia already between 1 and 2pm. You can then eat in Oia in one of the many bars. In the afternoon you can descend to the little harbour of Ammoudi in Oia. From the bus square in Fira (when you get to Fira by bus) you have to continue to the very busy square of Theotokopoulou. This is the modern centre of Fira with a lot of travel agencies, banks and bars. In the corner, in between the George's Snack Corner and the Pelican travel agency you go left, in the direction of the caldera. You can then take one of the three streets off the right, they all lead towards the higher part of Fira. Once at the Archaeological Museum higher up (this museum is open till 3pm, but not on Mondays), take a left, past the upper station of the cable car. You then go right above the caldera, until the red-brown building higher up that dominates this neighbourhood of Firostefani: it is the P.M. Nomikos Conference Centre, where a lot of exhibitions take place – on the extending corner in front of this building many people take pictures of the marvellous panoramic view. On the left of the Centre you follow the tiled road and stairs, while you enjoy the view – in front of you you can see the even higher situated village of Imerovigli.

Reviewed By SharonR227 - Wayzata, United States

We took the bus from Oia towards Fira and asked the bus driver to let us off in Imerovigli. The nearby tourist office told us where to find the cliff walk trail. It was great to begin in Imerovigli, because then you are walking downhill to Fira. The views are fabulous, and there was a nice cooling breeze. We had good walking shoes and enjoyed seeing Skaros rock in the distance, the Mylos windmill, and the gorgeous blue domed church and 3 bell tower just beyond the Mama Thira Taverna. There are so many picturesque white washed dwellings, wildflowers, and stunning caldera views that it is a photographer's dream. We took the bus from Fira back to Oia. It was a great morning walk!

3. Plaka Beach

843 00 Greece
Excellent
67%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
5%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,269 reviews

Plaka Beach

A sunny stretch of sand by the sea, littered with nude and semi-nude sunbathers from all over the world.

Reviewed By bikerbabe22 - Milton, Canada

This is a great beach. The sand is super fine, there is plenty of space available, and it’s surrounded by shops and restaurants

4. Perissa Black Sand Beach

Perissa 847 03 Greece
Excellent
45%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 5,718 reviews

Perissa Black Sand Beach

Reviewed By ianhwk

Nice beach, lovely view, clean and with great food including Greek, Italian, Mediterranean and even an Indian restaurant on the seafront.

5. Sarakiniko Beach

Sarakiniko Greece / http://visit.milos.gr/portfolio-items/sarakiniko-el/?portfolioCats=14%2C12%2C15%2C11%2C13
Excellent
76%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2,202 reviews

Sarakiniko Beach

Reviewed By OanaBoiangiu - Bucharest, Romania

Definitely the place to be when you are in Milos. I would recommend going early in the morning if you want it to be quiet. The place is popular so it will have tourists that are taking photos, especially after 10:30 AM. Take a camera with you as you'll find many spots where you can take amazing pictures. Close to the beach you can find a food truck with beverages in case you forget to take water with you.

6. Tsambika Beach

Tsambika Greece
Excellent
61%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
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4.5 based on 2,743 reviews

Tsambika Beach

Reviewed By 240carlt - Warwickshire, United Kingdom

Must be the best stretch of beach on the island. Nice drive down off the main road and lots of parking adjacent to the beach. Lots of facilities, toilets, beach bars, shops. Lovely naturist section at the end for a safe natural swim, 3 or 4 lovely taverna's at the top of the hill for lunch or dinner. A must place to visit if you are on the island travelling around

7. Manganari Beach

Manganari Greece http://www.loveiosgreece.com/manganari.html
Excellent
73%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,196 reviews

Manganari Beach

Reviewed By VAGGYPAR

One of the best beaches anywhere in Greece.. Totally outstanding g beauty, clean beautiful sand crystal clear waters. Massive size...

8. Farma of Rhodes Petting Zoo

Ano Kalamonas, Near Butterfly Valley, 85106 Greece +30 693 424 9366 [email protected] http://www.farma-rhodes.com
Excellent
63%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 768 reviews

Farma of Rhodes Petting Zoo

Enjoy the feeling of being close to animals as never before. Ostriches and other animals wait for you to come and show them your love. In the farm you can interact with the animals, like touching, feeding and taking a photo with them! An exciting experience you will totally enjoy! We have also prepared a special area, where you can enter and safely interact with ostriches! Also, a botanic garden with local plant species awaits for you. After finishing your tour of the farm, you can enjoy our handmade dishes such as ostrich omelette or ostrich burger and other delicacies. Before leaving you can also pay a visit to our souvenir shop where you can find carved and painted ostrich eggs, cosmetics from ostrich, bee honey, herbs and other products from our farm!

Reviewed By 434arekm - Inverness, United Kingdom

Recommended for everyone! Very friendly staff, nice animals and great food in restaurant! **********milion star!

9. Lindos Beach

Lindos 851 07 Greece
Excellent
60%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2,781 reviews

Lindos Beach

Reviewed By armart

There are several beaches around Lindos so this review just covers the sandy beach bay where the tourist boats land. Excellent sandy beach with plenty of sunbeds and parasols to hire. At the back of the beach are several restaurants and bars. Ideal for people watching. From this beach east uphill access to Lindos old town which is a must visit. The whole area is very attractive.

10. Apella Beach

857 00 Greece
Excellent
68%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,266 reviews

Apella Beach

Reviewed By el0db - Florence, Italy

Exceptional beauty of nature, water is cristalline. best time to visit during the week to avoid a crowded beach. There are limited umbrellas.

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