There are lots of fish in this bay, so be sure to bring your snorkelling gear. Finish your day at Paleokastritsa Beach with a climb up to the monastery for an incredible sunset view. BARBATI BEACH | kayaking clud co s You’ll love sunbathing to the sound of the small waves on the pebbles and rocks of Barbati Beach. The green mountains make a beautiful backdrop, and oer early morning and late afternoon shade on the beach. It’s a beautiful beach that never gets too crowded. There are a few restaurants that serve the beach for coee, cocktails and traditional food. Hire a boat or kayak to venture o to secluded bays and coves. ISSOS BEACH | ad nrs wa r sp ts Rolling sand dunes and strong winds make Issos Beach a great spot for adventure travellers. Learn how to kitesurf or windsurf through the deep blue waters along the western coast of Corfu. For those less inclined towards water sports, Issos Beach has golden sand and umbrella rentals to enjoy a day of sunbathing and paddling. Lake Korission and natural wetlands, where you might catch a glimpse of the pink flamingos, is within walking distance. AGIOS GEORGIOS PAGON BEACH | a family-frny beach There are two beaches in Corfu, not far from each other, called Agios Georgios, or Saint George.
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To dierentiate between them, they’re known as Agios Georgios Pagon and Agios Georgios South. Agios Georgios Pagon is a horseshoe-shaped bay in the north-west of Corfu with a long stretch of golden sand. It’s a lovely beach with a beautiful landscape of trees, hills and wild plants. The water is calm and safe for the entire family. This beach is a great spot to catch the sunset. AGIOS STEFANOS BEACH | a nt vw Emerald waters and 2.1 kilometres of sand await you at Agios Stefanos Beach in the north-west corner of Corfu. It’s an old fishing village that has maintained its authentic identity, despite the development of nearby resorts. There are lots of hiking paths with spectacular views throughout the coastline that lead you to secluded beaches. The area has plenty of fish taverns and restaurants. It’s also the perfect spot for dinner with a sunset view. AVLAKI BEACH | a locals’ taway Local people try to keep Avlaki Beach their secret — but with pristine water and gorgeous views, visitors to the island are happily discovering it. It’s a pebbled beach with some large rocks, but there’s a small pier to help you get into the water. There are kayaks and canoes available for hire to explore the small coves nearby. Avlaki Beach has just a couple of restaurants, where you can get a snack or full meal, and the food is particularly good. Alex Sakalis is a gifted writer and a contributor to Culture Trip. Culture Trip inspires people to explore the world’s culture and creativity through innovative technology and a network of local content creators. Their vision is to bring the world to everyone and
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