The gentle sea with the purest water and the magnificent sandy beaches of Zakynthos island attract more and more tourists yearly. The crystal turquoise color of the seawater sets the level of your vacation somewhere between stunning and perfect. So if you are looking for the perfect sea, this is your place!
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 59 beaches in the island.
To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Zakynthos island.
As for the main features of the beaches of Zakynthos island, they are as follows:
The vast majority of Zakynthos island beaches have the necessary amenities, such as sun loungers, umbrellas, beach cafes, showers and toilets.
This beach is an ideal spot for a refreshing dip. The crystal-clear water is a definite plus, but the real draw is the peaceful atmosphere. I've returned to this spot multiple times and have rarely encountered more than ten other beach-goers.
The beach experience was unpleasant due to the unfriendly and arrogant behavior of the staff. As soon as we parked our scooter in an available spot, an elderly man on a scooter approached us and yelled, pointing towards another area. Confused by his rude and unclear command, we waited momentarily, wondering what he meant. The man then returned and proceeded to lecture us on how things are done at the beach. While his request to park elsewhere would have been reasonable, the lack of respect shown towards us, as guests, was completely unacceptable. In response, we decided to leave and instead enjoy the nearby beautiful beach. It's disappointing to encounter such unpleasant behavior.
There is only a limited area on the beach for people who are not staying at the larger hotels (all the other umbrellas are reserved for hotel guests). The beach itself is not particularly clean, and the water in the sea is decent. However, there are far superior beaches on the island!
Upon initial arrival at Alykanas, the beach may not strike one as particularly impressive due to its proximity to the road. However, upon further exploration, one will quickly come to appreciate the stunning quality of the water, which is particularly well-suited for children. Additionally, there are numerous opportunities for water sports, and visitors can easily rent sunbeds and enjoy a meal directly on the beach.
Please note that lifeguards supervise 5 beaches in the island, but you should rely on more than just them, remember the elementary rules, as lifeguards are not on duty around the clock, even on equipped beaches!
Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.
The hottest month of the island is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 27.9°C and water up to 27.6°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 13.8°C and water to 17.2°C.
Do you know how many beaches there are in Zakynthos island? In total there are 59 beaches and the most popular is Navagio Beach (Shipwreak).
When it comes to finding the best beaches in Zakynthos island, the following aspects should be taken into account.
There are 59 beaches in total, of which about 9 can be called high-rated.
The best beaches in the majority:
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The best beaches in Zakynthos island:
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To find the beaches closest to your current geolocation, click the Nearby Beaches icon in the search box. You will see the nearest beaches sorted by distance from you.
Note, that if you only want to see the beaches closest to you in Zakynthos island, you must be in that area to get the correct results.
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Most of the beaches located in Zakynthos island are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).
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Top 5 popular beaches with easy access in Zakynthos island:
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The most popular selections of beaches with natural features are listed below. Don't forget that you can create your own selection with any combination of features
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The presence of crowds of tourists on the beach these days is becoming a mass character, and sometimes you want silence and solitude. Use the filter in search results to view the beaches in Zakynthos island by occupancy.
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If the presence of a crowd on the beach is critical for you, pay attention to where you should not go in the season.
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The selections of the beaches in Zakynthos island according to the recommended audience:
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Use the "Activity" section of the filter in search results to view the selections of beaches by one or multiple activities. Below are a few popular selections that you can change as you like using our filter.
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