Why go
- Island in Greece.
- Known for Simos Beach.
- 3 curated must-see attractions on record, including Fragos Beach.
History
Elafonisos is a small Greek island between the Peloponnese and Kythira. It lies off the coast of Cape Malea and Vatika. The area of the island is 19 square kilometres.
Must-see attractions
Airports
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 4 airlines, 3 direct destinations
- Aegean Airlines A3 (Dash 8-400) · 1 route: Athens
- Big Sky Airlines GQ (J41) · 1 route: Zakynthos
- Olympic Airlines OA (Dash 8-400) · 1 route: Athens
- Transavia Holland HV (737-700) · 1 route: Kalamata
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Getting there by ferry
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. We do not yet hold airport or rail details for Elafonisos, Greece — check the official tourism sources below for the best routes in. By water: 3 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Elafonisos, 0.3 km); routes include Elafonisos - Pounta, Neapoli - Elafonisos, Kythira - Gythio.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Elafonisos, Greece. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.