Foki Fiskardo Beach
Exploring Kefalonia Sailing Holidays area
Foki (=seal) is easily accessed within a five minute drive from the busy village of Fiscardo while 50 kilometres separate the beach from Argostoli, the capital of Kefalonia. Foki is one of the most picturesque spots in Kefalonia known for its dreamy landsdcape with olive tree forests that come down to the beach and offer natural shade. It is the home to many seals and the reason that it was named that way. The area consists of small strips of pebbles with a stunning view to the crystal clear waters. On the right side of the beach, a beautiful path leads to uncountable caves and coves that captivates all visitors. There are no tourist facilities but the natural landscape offers relaxing and peaceful moments. Right above the beach is a little fish tavern. The beach is a much preferred destination for the private yachts.
Navigational Aids
In the SW part of the head of the bay Frikes the namesake small harbor has been built, open E, about 100 m wide, with depths of 7.9 m in the middle.
Dufour 385 Economy
Fiskardo is the most picturesque town on the island which survived the catastrophic earthquake in 1953. Its harbor is small, charming and well sheltered at the northwest end of Kefalonia and almost always crowded, especially during the peak months of July and August.
Moni Katharon is a site of pilgrimage and a reference point for anyone who comes from Ithaca. It is built on the peak of the Homeric Mountain Nirito, 15 kilometers from Vathi.
Melina Patisserie is an elegant picturesque shop in Fiskardo bay. Takis and Melanie, the owners of this picturesque patisserie, are always hospitable and take good care of their customers.
Situated in the northern side of Ithaca, Marmakas beach is filled with white shiny pebbles. This idyllic area is known for its emerald, mirror-like waters and the lush green surroundings.
On the west coast, near the village of Agios Giannis is the beautiful clear waters of Aspros Gialos. This combines the green of the mountain Nirito with the blue sea.
Afales beach is a wonderful pebbled beach. A rock formation on the bay hide two more secluded pebbled beaches, for those seeking peace and tranquility.
Next to the harbor, the small sandy beach sandy beach, hidden offering peace and tranquility. Access from the town by boat in 10 minutes.
Polis beach is a pebble beach and sheltered harbor, anchorage for numerous fishing boats of the region. At the bottom of the town are the ruins of ancient city, which sank.
Hidden beach at the northernmost tip of Kefalonia. Access is from the Antipata Erissos (signposted).