On the very most southern tip of Zakynthos Island is Gerakas beach, the least developed beach of the Island. Located in a beautiful protected area this long beach offers calm, warm and crystal clear water, shallow and ideal for kids.
To the right of the beach near the rocks is a nudist beach. This famous turtle nesting beach means you are restricted to almost the waters edge, but the protection society will tell you where you can and cant walk.
Avoid the beach when turtles are laying their eggs or you might be turned away. Please note; Any nests should not be disturbed, any turtles should not be "assisted" to the sea (it is essential to their development that they find their own way. If you get up early enough, you might see the turtles hatching!
Good to Know
- Beach Type Beaches and Coves
- Facilities Near Gerakas Beach you will find a couple of restaurants, you have to leave the beach and walk back along the road a short distance.There are many umbrellas and sun loungers to rent. There is a portaloo which is provided by the Marine Park.
- Nudist Status Tolerated / Clothing Optional
- Ease of Access There is a wooden ramp. You could get a wheelchair down now, but you would have to be strong to get it back up!
Getting There
- Town / County / State Zakynthos, Ioníon Níson - Ionian Islands
- Zip / Postal Code 291 00
- Directions To reach Gerakas Beach;Follow the main road from Argassi. Go through the town of Vassilikos and continue until you come across what looks like a crossroads. Straight on takes you to Gerakas.Car parking is available along the road, but not by the beach itself so you will have to walk a short way. Try to arrive before midday, as it can get very busy in peak season.
Coordinates
- Latitude 37.706676
- Longitude 20.9874
