Elafonisi is located 80 km south of Chania and is the most southwest part of Crete. This is another one beach of exotic beauty with white sandy beaches and turquoise waters that adorn the island.

It is a very small island which is separated from Crete with a one meter deep lagoon around which beautiful small beaches are formed. The distance between the island is about 200 meters and easily traversed on foot. You will see various sand spots with pink color which is generated by small pieces of broken shells.

The area is included in the Natura protection program, as here grows the rare "sand lily", various cedars, and shelter rare animals such as turtle careta careta.

Elafonisi is classified as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world and therefore its reputation gathers thousands of visitors daily. It features a beach where you can serve every of your needs and a large parking area. The island does not have facilities and its beaches are an option for those seeking a little solitude.

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