The cove north of Diafani, twenty-five minutes on a shaded path through a gorge of pines — unusual on Karpathos, where most walks are bare rock. Pebbles, clear water and a seasonal taverna among the trees. It is the one easy walk-to beach in the north of the island and the obvious thing to do on a morning in Diafani.
Where to stay nearby
Live prices and availability on a map centred on this exact spot — hotels, studios and villas — so you can judge the distance to the beach, the port or the village from here rather than guess from an address.
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Tours, boat trips & tickets
Boat trips, guided tours of the ancient sites and tickets bookable ahead — free cancellation on most.
- Apella and the north by boatApella is a bowl of pine and white rock reached by hairpins and steps; the boat to Diafani is the easy way to the north of the island.See boat trips →
- Olympos on its ridgeA village at 600 metres where older women still wear the village dress every day rather than for visitors, and the dialect keeps forms lost elsewhere.See guided tours →
- Wind at AfiartisThe southern plain funnels a reliable summer meltemi and has had windsurfing schools and international competitions for decades.See guided tours →
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Frequently asked
Where is Vananda?
Vananda is in Diafani, Karpathos, Greece. The map on this page shows the exact spot.
How do you get to Vananda?
It is reached only on foot, down a path — wear proper shoes and carry water.
Is Vananda sandy or pebbly?
The beach is pebbles. Water shoes make getting in far more comfortable.
Is Vananda good for snorkelling?
Yes — it is one of the beaches we flag for snorkelling. The water is clearest on still days.
🏖️ Beaches
