Santorini Beaches

June, 2018
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The Unique Beaches of Santorini

From the red and black volcanic pebbles lining the shoreline to the breathtaking cliffs towering above, Santorini's beaches are truly amazing. Whether you're looking for a relaxing beach day or a chance to take in the beauty of the island, you can find it on the beaches of Santorini.

image: Santorini, Greece - black sand beach and blue waves

Red Beach

Nestled between vibrant red volcanic rocks, this serene stretch of sand is one of the most stunning beaches in Greece. Accessible by foot via a rugged downhill path, Red beach makes for an adventurous journey to the shore. Once you arrive, the unique surroundings provide shelter from the gusty Aegean winds. The sea and sand, along with the dramatic cliffs, make for an unparalleled setting.

image: Santorini, Greece - red sand beach

Kamari and Perissa Beaches

These two Blue Flag beaches are located on both sides of the Mesa Vouno rock and connected by water taxi. With the natural beauty of the black sand, the serene crystal-clear water and the stunning sunsets, they offer the perfect setting for a vacation. Lounge on sunbeds with delicious cocktails, check out the beachside restaurants and gift shops, and enjoy the water sports until sunset.

image: Santorini, Greece - a couple of blue chairs sitting on the beach with a straw umbrella image: Santorini, Greece - a sailboat on the beach image: Santorini, Greece - a large straw umbrella sitting next to the sea with a rock behind it

Vlychada Beach

This dark volcanic sand beach surrounded by magnificent wind carved cliffs is the perfect spot away from the crowds. For sun lovers this lengthy beach offers lounges withs straw umbrellas, as well as a stripe of clean empty wild beach. In a windy day its crystal-clear waves attract surfers. This is your ideal destination for a relaxed beach day in front of the waves.

image: Santorini, Greece - black sand beach with straw umbrellas
image: Santorini, Greece - a row of rows of lounge chairs on the beach with straw umbrellas image: Santorini, Greece - a couple of chairs and straw umbrellas on the beach next to the sea

This island has a number of stunning black, red, gold and white sand beaches. You can find relatively private beaches within walking distance of many hotels. The sand on these beaches gets so hot that flip flops are required to walk on them. Take a swim at dusk or early morning when the air is cool and the water is calmest. An unusual appeal of these beaches makes picturesque scenery for swimming and sunbathing.

image: Santorini, Greece - black sand beach in front of the hotel
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