Destination Kissamos
Our first-hand experiences in Kissamos, including our stories, guides and places we genuinely tested.
Our recommendations
Located in northwestern Crete, Balos Beach is a spectacular lagoon with white sand, shallow turquoise water and wild scenery. You can reach it via a dirt track followed by a short hike, or by boat from Kissamos. There are some sun loungers, seasonal snack stands and even goats roaming freely!
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On the southwestern coast of Crete, Elafonissi is famous for its subtly pink sand, coloured by tiny shell fragments. A shallow lagoon separates the shore from a small islet you can reach on foot. Sandbanks, turquoise water and little stretches of beach create a varied landscape that changes with the water level.
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