Top Cephalonia Outdoor Activities

Immerse yourself in the Kefalonian countryside with this scenic drive meandering along the stunning seaside and pausing to linger in rustic gorgeous villages, some of which survived the great earthquake of 1953. Take a boat ride on Melissani Lake, explore the Drogarati Caves, and taste local wines.

Visit dazzling Myrtos Beach on a half-day tour from Argostoli that includes round-trip transport by climate-controlled vehicle. With a driver to take care of parking at the beach—a popular stretch of white sand surrounded by cliffs—you can focus on relaxing, sunbathing, and swimming in the crystal-clear water.

Visit Zante from Kefalonia Island. Enjoy this amazing experience in the stunning coastline of Zakynthos, starting from the beautiful “Blue Caves”. Enjoy swimming stops in secluded little coves around the island and also a refreshing dip in the famous “Shipwreck Bay”. Lunchtime is spent relaxing in the traditional village of the northern Zante. From Skala beach, we are traveling to the northern coast of Zante. A great opportunity to swim at the world-famous and most photographed “Shipwreck beach”. An impressive landscape with crystal blue waters caressing this beautiful beach that embraces the semi-covered remains of a ship. Visit Blue Caves, to enjoy the vivid colors of Zante coastline and lunch and swim at a port of northern Zante. Departure from Skala beach Blue Caves – Swim Stop Shipwreck Beach – Swim Stop Agios Nikolaos or Alykanas Beach – Lunch Stop (optional) Return to Kefalonia

Commence a scenic island drive through olive groves, vineyards and thick cypress glades. Passing through the Mount Aenos you will visit the Robola Winery and taste the famous Robola variety of wine. Explore the Drogarati Caves, famous for their acoustics. Visit the geological phenomenon that is the Melissani Lake which is in an underground cave. Next, we go for lunch to the cosmopolitan village of Fiscardo, untouched after the great earthquake of 1953. En route on our way back, you’ll make a photo stop at Myrtos Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. What you will see: • Robola Winery – Visit inside, wine tasting • Drogarati Cave – Visit inside • Melissani Lake – Visit inside, boat ride • Fiscardo Village – Lunch break (optional) • Photo-stop at Myrtos beach

Ride a traditional ‘kaiki’ boat to the Keri Caves and Marathonissi Island while watching for turtles on this Zakynthos cruise trip. Settle into a wooden ‘kaiki’ and sail to the Keri Caves to admire and snap photos of the blue-watered grottoes. Then, enjoy a swim stop off Marathonissi before cruising Laganas Bay to look for rare caretta-caretta turtles. This family-friendly boat trip includes pickup and drop-off at selected Zakynthos resorts.

This is a tour for those who want to explore some of the most beautiful places of Kefalonia in a few hours.

Kefalonia Boat Hire provides only new luxury motorboats, personal service & remarkable experiences. The unique feeling renting a motorboat can offer, the unending blue, the blinding sun and anchoring in beautiful, almost untouched beaches which can be accessed only by boat, are just a few of the activities that can make your summer vacation unforgettable. Any hidden cove, any distant port, any secluded beach we know how to get you there fast and safely. This is what makes our motorboats a unique, must-do experience! The island of Kefalonia is genuinely blessed with some of the most lovely habitats and natural beauty in the world. Our staff is ready to welcome you on-board, guaranteeing you one of the most wonderful days in your entire life!

This’s an unforgettable day cruise from Agia Efimia port to round of Ithaca, on our luxury S/Y “Venus”. Highlights: -Lunch (traditional Greek food) -Snacks -Fruits -Refreshments, Wine & Beers -Snorkeling Equipment -GoPro Action Camera Be assured we always pick the best places to visit, swim and snorkel according to weather conditions. If you are also lucky enough, you can even see dolphins, sea turtles as well as rare migratory birds cruising alongside our boat.

Ithaca island is famous for its picturesquare villages, beatutiful beaches and amazing scenery! The cruise will kick off from Sami port at 9:00AM, your first stop will be at Filiatro beach wher you will enjoy your fist swim stop of the day! You will continue on to Vathi village the capital of the island where you will have the oportuniy to stroll around the charming streets, interact with the locals and visit lovely shops. Your next stop will be at Lazarato island to take photos and learn the history of this small island. In the mean time you can enjoy the snacks that are provided from the crew. The last stop will be at the famous Gidaki beach which you can only access by boat! Swim, relax at this breathakting beach!

Melissani lake will fascinate you. Enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the turquoise waters as the sun shines into the cave from a ceiling more than 300 feet above you. Next head to an 18th century Monastery of Agrilia where the view of the island is breathtaking. Swim at the famous Antisamos Beach starring at the Hollywood movie “Captain Corelli’s Mandolin”. This is a private tour and can be fully customized according to your needs. No lines, no wait for others! Luxury minivan with professional English speaking driver will be at your services. The duration of the tour is about 5 hours.

The beloved homeland of Homer’s Odysseus, the Ionian island of Ithaca makes for a peaceful escape. On this day trip, avoid the hassle of planning multiple modes of transport, with hotel pickup, ferry transport from Cephalonia, and a boat cruise included. Cruise between Vathy, Ithaca's capital, and the harbor town of Kioni in the north, and stop to swim at a secluded beach accessible only by boat.

We were born and grew up in the Kefalonia. We are also travelers from all over the world. We know our story and live it every day. We know and explore every day all the points of our island. Focus Plan Our goal is to be able to tell our story. Feel the hospitality of being a local on the island. Enjoy our traditional food. Let us answer all the questions and joyfully travel to all of our city together!!

We begin our day from Argostoli and make our way towards the north part of the island. First, we make one brief stop at “Myrtos” Beach for photographs and then we continue our trip to the north, towards “Fiskardo” village. We arrive to the cosmopolitan port & village of “Fiscardo”. we admire the scenery, have drink to one of the little cafés by the waterfront, take photographs and do some shopping. Then we head towards the village of “Assos”. We arrive to the small peninsula where “Assos” village is situated. There, we have plenty of time to wander around this picturesque village, admire the old fortress's ruins located on top of the small hill, have a tasty meal or coffee to the little tavernas & cafes and perhaps even swim in the sparkling aquamarine waters of the pebbly bay. After, driving-by astonishing landscapes we reach the truly beautiful & mythical “Melissani” lake. Into the cave a small boat takes us for a ride around the lake to admire the stunning colors of the waters.

After a convenient hotel or cruise port pickup, travel in an air conditioned private vehicle with a personal driver and experience the Ionian island of Kefalonia. Visit sites made famous in the Nicolas Cage and Penelope Cruz movie ‘’Captain Corelli’s Mandolin. See the distinctly beautiful Lake Melissani, the Drogarati Cave, Myrtos Beach, and the village of Fiscardo, a historic town with traditional Venetian houses and a picturesque harbor.

Experience the Ionian islands of Kefalonia and Zakynthos on this guided excursion. After a convenient pickup from select hotels, enjoy activities that include visiting the sacred monastery of St. Gerassimos, exploring Melissani Lake-Cave by boat and Drogorati Cave by foot, savoring a delicious lunch in Aghia Efimia, and enjoying a swim at the town’s picturesque beach.

One of the most beautiful driving routes in Kefalonia starts from the port of Argostoli towards to Assos peninsula and Myrtos Bay on the northern part if the island. Assos is a tiny hamlet of pastel-colored houses with a population of just one hundred. It nestles, at the base of a hill on a small peninsula, on the north-west coast of Kefalonia and is surrounded on three sides by the stunning blue of the Mediterranean Sea. The village is almost hidden amidst thick pine forest, ringed by tall cypress trees and overlooked by a ruined 16th-century castle built high on the peninsula by the Venetians who then governed the island. It has a pebble beach and small marina lined with traditional restaurants. Wonder around the village, swim at the little pebbly beach or walk up to the remains of the Venetian Castle. **This tour operates under new operation guidelines with limited participation (50% of the seated bus), no guide and no visits on crowded places or attractions

Join one of the very few small group sailing trips from Kefalonia, and explore the beautiful bays, swim in clear waters and find out more about yachts & sailing with our crew looking after you and your beloved ones! A day spent on a modern sailing yacht, with on board equipment for you to use, such as an SUP, a GoPro Action Cam and snorkels, masks and flippers will make this day a one to remember. A visit in 3 different spots at Ithaca & Kefalonia, with freshly prepared lunch, and mouth filling snacks and drinks will allow you to enjoy your day on board. Let your senses feel the breeze, take in the magnificent views and don't hesitate getting involved with sailing!

We meet at 8:30am in the yacht and set sail for our first stop Aspros Gialos Beach (or Polis beach as an alternative). We then sail to Kioni village, a neoclassical gem flowing amphitheatrically down to the sea. While sailing north, along Ithaca’s coast we see on the other hand side (left) the popular Fiscardo village in Kefalonia. After lunch, we keep on our sailing to the east coast of Ithaca and see the magnificent Vathy bay as well as other charming beaches. Our destination is now Gidaki Beach (or alternative Filiatro Beach). Gidaki is considered by many people the best beach in Ithaca, while it is often ranked among the best beaches in Greece. Once we have taken our fill of this little gem of Ithaca, we sail back to Agia Efimia arriving at the port around 18:30

An excellent jeep safari to explore many of the hidden gems on the island that most tours do not offer!

One of the most beautiful driving routes in Kefalonia starts from the port of Argostoli towards to Assos peninsula and Myrtos Bay on the northern part if the island. Assos is a tiny hamlet of pastel-colored houses with a population of just one hundred. It nestles, at the base of a hill on a small peninsula, on the north-west coast of Kefalonia and is surrounded on three sides by the stunning blue of the Mediterranean Sea. The village is almost hidden amidst thick pine forest, ringed by tall cypress trees and overlooked by a ruined 16th-century castle built high on the peninsula by the Venetians who then governed the island. It has a pebble beach and small marina lined with traditional restaurants. Wonder around the village, swim at the little pebbly beach or walk up to the remains of the Venetian Castle. **This tour operates under new operation guidelines with limited participation (50% of the seated bus), no guide and no visits on crowded places or attractions

Antisamos became the backdrop for some of the most important and impressive scenes of production from Hollywood “The Captain Corelli’s Mandolin”. Antisamos is pebbled beach, long in length and width, with waters that look green, as reflect the environment around the bay. This is the place that you will enjoy a natural beauty consists of turquoise waters and a marvelous surrounding of green hills and lush vegetation on top of it. Sunbeds, Umbrellas, Beach Bars and toilets are available at the beach. **This tour operates under new operation guidelines with limited participation (50% of the seated bus), no guide and no visits on crowded places or attractions