4.7out of 5 on Google
4.4/ 5 Google
Kalypso Beach is a small cove on Crete, in Kalipso. Clear water and rocks make it a good snorkelling spot.
It scores 4.4 out of 5 from 1,325 Google reviews — a large enough sample to trust. Wind direction changes everything on Greek beaches: on a blowy day, a beach on the sheltered side of the coast is the better bet.
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Where to stay nearby
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Tours, boat trips & tickets
Boat trips, guided tours of the ancient sites and tickets bookable ahead — free cancellation on most.
- Balos lagoon & GramvousaThe boat from Kissamos avoids the long dirt road to Balos and adds the Venetian fortress on Gramvousa.See boat trips →
- Elafonisi day tripThe pink-tinged lagoon in the far southwest is a long drive from anywhere; a coach trip spares you the road.See day trips →
- Spinalonga islandThe Venetian fortress and former leper colony, a short boat ride from Plaka or Elounda.See boat trips →
- Samaria Gorge hikeA long, all-day downhill walk to the Libyan Sea, open only in the warm season. Organised trips solve the logistics at both ends, including the boat out.See guided tours →
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Frequently asked
Where is Kalypso Beach?
The address is Kalypso Beach, Kalipso 740 60, in Kalipso, Crete, Greece. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
How do you get to Kalypso Beach?
It is reached by a paved road, so you can drive or take a taxi right to it.
Is Kalypso Beach sandy or pebbly?
The beach is pebbles. Water shoes make getting in far more comfortable.
Is Kalypso Beach good for snorkelling?
Yes — it is one of the beaches we flag for snorkelling. The water is clearest on still days.
Is Kalypso Beach worth it?
It holds 4.4 out of 5 from 1,325 Google reviews. Treat the rating as a starting point, not a verdict, and read a few recent reviews too.
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