A popular beach in
the north of Vassilikos
offering excellent watersports and scuba
diving. The beach derives its name from
the little chapel on the left hand side
of the bay.
The area has a number of restaurants,
hotels and studios.
Alikanas Beach
Smaller than its
neighbour Alikes,
Alikanas is very popular family resort
with a fine sandy beach.
Alikes Beach
At Alikes you'll
find one of the finest beaches on the
island. There is good surf here and
has a good variety of watersports. The
resort is busy but ideal for all types
of visitor. Located 18 kilometres northwest
of Zakynthos Town.
Argassi Beach
Argasi has a fine sand and shingle beach with many coves. The beach is narrow and over one kilometre long.
This resort has grown substantially over the last five years due to its proximity to the capital. There are a wide variety of watersports and plenty of evening entertainment including bars, tavernas and nightclubs. Argasi is located 5 kilometres south of Zakynthos Town.
Banana Beach
Also know as Ionio beach, Banana beach is a fine sandy beach with clear waters. It's located in the Vassilikos peninsular and signposted from the main road between Argasi and Porto Roma.
Gerakas Beach
The best beach on the island. Tourism lives is relative harmony with the endangered Caretta caretta (loggerhead turtle). A steep road leads to low cliffs and a beautiful crescent of golden sand. No watersports here - the bay is off limits to anything but a pedalo (worth a trip to turtle spot). The view to Marathonisi Island on a clear day is magnificent. There is little here except for a couple of tavernas on the approach, where you'll also find the Turtle Protection Society of Zakynthos (worth a visit).
Kalamaki Beach
A long sandy beach with shallow water, this is a quieter beach than its neighbour, Laganas. Ideal for families, the only drawback is the aircraft flight path directly above.
Kalamaki is located in the marine park of Zakynthos so watersports are not permitted.
Laganas Beach
Laganas is the 'San Antonio' of Zakynthos. The nine kilometre bay hosts a long sandy beach which is very crowded in the summer. Beach entertainment is de rigeur here (although watersports are severely restricted) and the town itself is a deafening mixture of bars and nightclubs. Everything here for the livelier visitor! Very popular with English tourists.
Navagio Beach
This beach is only accessible by boat and has become a regular stop on any island cruise because of the famous shipwreck. The water is very cold in this area (even in the height of summer) but the imposing cliffs make the place very atmospheric.
Porto Roma Beach
Porto Roma is a small sand and pebble beach with a small fishing port. Off the beaten track (most visitors head straight to Gerakas), and before midday you can very often find yourself alone on the beach. Nearby you will find three excellent tavernas and a couple of small shops. Porto Roma is located 17 kilometres southeast of Zakynthos Town.
Porto Zoro Beach
About 16 kilometres from Zante Town in the Vassilikos peninsula, Porto Zoro is a quiet beach with calm waters and beautiful rock formations.
Tsilivi Beach
You can spend all day endulging in one of the many varieties of watersports on offer here. A long sandy beach with plenty of facilities nearby. Located 7 kilometres northwest of Zakynthos Town.
Xigia Beach
A small beach at the bottom of a precarious track in the north east of the island.
Due to an underwater sulphur source, there is a strong (but not putrid) smell at this very quiet beach.
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