4.7out of 5 on Google
4.7/ 5 Google
In Sfakia, on Crete, Orthi Ammos is a beach. The shore is sand. You can drive to it. Generally calm water and easy access make it a sensible choice with children.
Google reviewers give it 4.7 out of 5 across 602 reviews, a solid sample.
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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 Orthi Ammos?
The address is Orthi Ammos, Sfakia 730 11, in Sfakia, Crete, Greece. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
How do you get to Orthi Ammos?
It is reached by a paved road, so you can drive or take a taxi right to it.
Is Orthi Ammos sandy or pebbly?
The beach is sand.
Is Orthi Ammos good for children?
Yes, we rate it family-friendly. Still check the wind on the day: the same beach can be calm in the morning and wavy by the afternoon.
Is Orthi Ammos worth it?
It holds 4.7 out of 5 from 602 Google reviews. Treat the rating as a starting point, not a verdict, and read a few recent reviews too.
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