Blue Cave Zakynthos

One of the most beautiful and famous natural attractions of the beautiful Zakynthos are the famous Blue Caves which are located in the northern part just after Agios Nikolaos up to Cape Skinari the most extreme point in the north-west direction of the island and so close to the Kefalonia island that seems to be almost able to touch it.

We are talking about geological rock formations smoothed by the wind and salt that one after the other create a spectacular coast where, the white cliffs together with the light color the sea water with incredible blue reflections, changing colors according to the sun's rays giving a this area of Zakynthos has its unique and unmistakable peculiarity as well as its name "Blue Cave".

They all have different sizes, some are so large that they can even enter with a small boat, others are smaller and can only be visited by swimming by the most experienced or by divers who want to enter this wonderful spectacle of Nature. The most beautiful moment where you can fully enjoy this magnificence is at sunrise when the colors of the Ionian are at their maximum. We understand that it can be a lot of effort since you are on vacation, but the early rising will be amply rewarded by what will show to your eyes. Another magical moment is at night, when the plankton, becoming phosphorescent, illuminates the sea and creates plays of light making you feel like you are in a fairy tale.

They can be visited either independently if you are among the lucky ones to have a boat owned or rented or through daily excursions that are organized throughout the island and that depart from Agios Nikolaos, from Makris Gialos beach or from Capo Skinari. . We recommend this site to immerse yourself in this wonderful adventure: https://theodosiscruises.gr/cruises

Instead, if you want to be autonomous and not depend on timetables, you can reach by your own vehicle a point between Agios Nikolaos and Capo Skinari where you will find an old mill. From here it is enough to go down a hundred steps carved in stone where at the end you will find smooth rocks, perfect for starting your swimming discovery and also having fun in acrobatic dives. Arm yourself with a mask and fins and set off to explore the caves! It is very important to know that the waters are very deep so it is essential to be skilled swimmers.

On the way back you can relax and take the last swim at Makris Gialos beach, which offers extremely transparent and turquoise-green waters. A coastline of small white stones (if you have delicate feet bring your shoes) mixed with coarse-grained sand. The seabed drops immediately and seen the multitude of rocks and small caves on the sides, perfect for snorkelers. Behind the beach of Makris Gialos is surrounded by high cliffs covered with lush vegetation. The choice is yours for a free part and for an equipped part. In the immediate vicinity some taverns to drink or eat something. And to finish, a nice dinner of fresh fish or local delicacies in the picturesque Alykes village.

How to reach the Blue CavesVery simple wherever you are staying, you will have to go north and reach the end of the island of Zakynthos. It is advisable to have your own vehicle.Another beautiful destination to add to the list of things to see in Zakynthos for a better knowledge of this beautiful island.

Very simple wherever you are staying, you will have to go north and reach the end of the island of Zakynthos.It is advisable to have your own vehicle.

Another beautiful destination to add to the list of things to see in Zakynthos for a better knowledge of this beautiful island.