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Banana Beach
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Banana Beach is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 152th place out of 503 beaches in the Ioanian Islands region 229.4 km away from its center, the city of Corfu. It is one of the beaches of Ano Vasilikos settlement, just 1.1 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Despite the fact that a significant part of the beach is occupied by resorts, there is still a fairly large area with free access. The beach facilities are only available to visitors of resort area. Their list includes, beach restaurant. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. Daily boat rental service is located nearby. This area has also a water park in the sea with various inflatable toys which constitute excellent activities for parents and children.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
15 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is St. Nicholas Beach, which has a rating of 8.5.
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Ano Vasilikos, Peloponnese, Western Greece, Ionian, Ioanian Islands
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Banana Beach (Ioanian Islands) is located outside the Ano Vasilikos settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Zakynthos island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Banana Beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"I really enjoyed this private beach. The umbrellas are of high quality, unlike the plastic ones you often find. The sand is absolutely perfect, and the sunbeds are easily movable. The prices for an umbrella and two sunbeds at Plaka beach are lower than at the other beaches nearby.
There is a family restaurant available where you can order food directly on the beach. The f..."
Adrielle Marlena
"It's a decent beach for capturing some great photos, but not really suitable for spending an entire day or for those looking to swim."
Marin "Eclipse" Kolev
User reviews
"I really enjoyed this private beach. The umbrellas are of high quality, unlike the plastic ones you often find. The sand is absolutely perfect, and the sunbeds are easily movable. The prices for an umbrella and two sunbeds at Plaka beach are lower than at the other beaches nearby.
There is a family restaurant available where you can order food directly on the beach. The f..."
Adrielle Marlena
"It's a decent beach for capturing some great photos, but not really suitable for spending an entire day or for those looking to swim."
Marin "Eclipse" Kolev
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What to do in Banana Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Banana Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.
There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Banana Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Banana Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
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Attractions
- Banana Beach• 6 min walk
- Banana Beach• 6 min walk
- Banana Beach• 12 min walk
- Προτομή ποιητή Διονυ...• 24 min walk
Transport
- ZTH• 8.8km
- bus station• 40.1km
- Ilias• 40.6km
Localities
- Ano Vasilikos• 1.1km
- Corfu• 229.4km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Banana Beach?
The coastline of Banana Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Banana Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Banana Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Banana Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Kite and windsurfing
Is the Banana Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Banana Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
So the overall recommendation of the Banana Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Banana Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is completely occupied by a resort area with a paid entrance, which has all the infrastructure. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Banana Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Banana Beach?
The bar is located right on the Banana Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Banana Casa Playa Beach Bar & Restaurant is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Banana Beach?
There are 1346 places to stay in the Banana Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Banana Beach include:
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How far is the Banana Beach from parking?
The Banana Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Banana Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Banana Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Banana Beach located in 0.4 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Banana Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Banana Beach is August. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Banana Beach (Zakynthos island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Banana Beach (Zakynthos island) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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