Elafonisi beach

Located on a sandy peninsula in the southwestern part of the island, Elafonisi will make you feel like you’re in the Caribbean. The combination of the exotic turquoise waters and the pink sand, which is made of millions of crushed shells, attracts numerous tourists every summer. The part of the beach that’s on the mainland is organized with umbrellas and sun loungers. But, the island part of the beach, which is separated from the mainland by a shallow lagoon, is unorganized, keeping its natural beauty. Elafonisi is also a nice beach for families with little kids, as the water depth doesn’t exceed one meter at some points of the beach, making it safe for kids to swim and play.