Elafonissi Beach
5 expert reviews
“A protected Natura 2000 area, Elafonissi beach is a victim of its own success: it is overrun by hordes of tourists in summer.”
– Michelin Guide
Fodor's
"A peninsula on the western end of the island, about 75 km (45 miles) west of Chania, extends into turquoise waters, with a lagoon on one side and isolated sands and coves on the other."
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U.S. News & World Report
2.0
"Located in the southwest corner of Crete, Elafonissi beach sparkles with pink-tinted sand and crystal-clear Mediterranean waters."
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Travel + Leisure
"Laid-back beachgoers and adrenaline junkies alike will love Elafonissi for its array of activities and spectacular scenery"
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June 15, 2023
Travel + Leisure
"Elafonissi is a tiny islet (and a protected nature reserve) and is famous for its rose-hued sand and crystal-clear waters...on the mainland, you'll find sunbeds and a beach restaurant "
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April 3, 2023