Why should we go to Antipaxos?
Nestled in the crystal-clear waters of the Ionian Sea, Antipaxos is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by beach lovers. With its pristine white sand beaches and turquoise blue waters, this small Greek island offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you’re looking to relax on a secluded shore or dive into the vibrant underwater world, Antipaxos has something for everyone. Join us as we explore the top beaches that make this island paradise a must-visit destination for any traveler seeking sun, sea, and serenity.
Where is Antipaxos?
Antipaxos, also called Antipaxi, is a Greek island, the smallest of the Ionian Islands. Located 3 kilometres south of Paxos, Antipaxos covers an area of 5 square kilometres and is the southernmost of the Epirus group of islands in the Ionian Sea.
Getting to Antipaxos
Antipaxos can be reached by ferry from Parga or Corfu Island. We lucked out great as the first ferry was leaving on our last day of our Parga holiday. The tour includes Antipaxos, the Blue Caves and Paxos.
If you are staying on Paxos, you can use the water taxis that leave from Gaios usually every hour. The journey takes about 15 minutes.
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Can you stay in Antipaxos?
It looks like you can’t, but yes you can stay on the island and enjoy Antipaxos beaches. I highly recommend to book your accommodation on the island especially you’d like swimming, kayaking, diving, snorkeling. But hurry up to book because places to stay on the island are limited.
Of course you can choose for accommodation one of the neighboring islands such as Paxos, Corfu or mainland Parga.
Here you can find some suggestions for accommodation in Parga
Antipaxos beaches
Known for its stunning crystal clear aquamarine waters, the island also attracts with its silky soft white sand. The most beautiful Antipaxos beaches are Voutumi and Vrika, located at the northern end of the island. To the south of these two |Antipaxos beaches are several small and beautiful secluded coves, and on the northwest side of the island lies the quiet Antipaxos Bay. Mesovrika is a pеbbly bеасh liеing bеtwееn thе fаmоus Vriκа аnd Vοutоumi and is yet nοt vеrу pоpulаr. It hаs nο bеасh fасilitiеs, nоr piеr fοr thе bоаts. Nеvеrthеlеss, thе surrоunding сliffs аnd thе shаpе οf thе соvе prοtесt Mеsоvriка frοm thе wind аnd mаκе it аttrасtivе fоr privаtе yасhts tο аnсhоr. A stееp nаrrоw pаth сοnnесts it with thе сlоsеr bеасh οf Vriка.
Activities in Antipaxos beaches
The island offers some of the best swimming, snorkelling and kayaking opportunities in Greece. The conditions for kayaking are superb. The presence of caves all around challenges the braver to swim and dive in them.
Curious about the island
The legend of Antipaxos?
- According to Greek legends, Paxos and all the tiny islands around it were created when Poseidon sliced a small piece of Corfu with his trident to create a cozy place for himself and his wife Amfriti.
Does anyone live on Antipaxos?
- It was originally inhabited by the Suliots , a population famous for their valiant resistance against the Ottoman Empire, but after their defeat in 1803 the Suliots left the island and moved to other parts of Greece.
- It is now almost uninhabited and completely intact, with absolutely no signs of modern life. The island has a small harbour called Agrapidia, where a network of narrow paths starting from the harbour reach the interior of the island, passing through villas with orchards and vegetable gardens. The island is covered with vineyards that belong to the locals and produce a rich red wine with a good taste, famous on the island of Paxi.
Why is the water of Antipaxos so blue?
The combination of the nutrients in the sea, the depth of the water, the protection of the west coast, the tides, the prevailing winds, the beautiful white sand, gives the beaches the stunning crystal clear blue water.
In conclusion, Antipaxos is a hidden gem in the Ionian Sea with some of the most stunning beaches in Greece. With their pristine turquoise waters, soft white sand, and lush green surroundings, these beaches offer a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you’re looking to relax on a secluded beach or explore underwater caves and reefs, Antipaxos has something for everyone. So if you’re planning a trip to Greece, be sure to include a visit to Antipaxos beaches on your itinerary for an unforgettable island experience.
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