Sailing Holidays in
Paxoi
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Paxoi, which are also called the “Benjamin of the Ionian Islands”, are located 7 miles south of Corfu, just 8 miles from the mainland coast and 12 miles from Parga. Paxoi is dominated by olive groves and Antipaxi, Paxí’s little sister island, by vineyards which produce the famous black wine. Antipaxi is also famous for its exotic beaches Vrika and Voutoumi.
According to the legend, the island would be the southernmost tip of Corfu, if the God of the Sea, Poseidon, had not broken it off with his trident when he needed a god-deserving place to live his love with the Nereid Amphitrite. Its capital and main port, Gaios (Gáios), is separated from its natural breakwater, the tiny island of Agios Nikolaos (Saint Nicholas), by a narrow channel, displaying one of the most beautiful port sceneries in Greece.
Visit the picturesque villages of Lóggos, Lákka and Oziás, tucked away in pine and olive trees. In the areas of Oziás, Yaná and Glyfáda, sulfur thermal springs offer an alternative treatment for rheumatics and other health conditions. Innumerable ravishing beaches await the fitter ones as a starting point for scuba diving into underwater caves and shipwrecks and for top-notch windsurfing.
Navigational Aids
Lakka Port
The natural port of Lákka is formed immediately E of the namesake cape, and it is open to the N with an entrance opening of approximately 0.2 miles.
Lagoon 39 Class
The port of Paxoí (Gáios) is a natural harbor formed in front of the houses of the city of Paxoí, which is the capital of the island. The port can be approached by the N entrance having a width of approximately 230 m or by the S which has an entrance width of approximately 30 m and 2 m depth.
Panagia Church at Panagia IslandPanagia is the islet of the Virgin Mary which is located in Gaios Bay of Paxos. The Panagia Church on the islet is dedicated to the Assumption of the Virgin.
Agrapidias Bay
Antipaxos
Only 2 km or so south of Paxos is the island of Antipaxos; an even smaller, almost uninhabited with small vineyards. There are two beaches in the north end, Vrika and Voutoumi, Here you have some of the finest clear blue seas in the world safe for swimming and snorkeling for all ages.
Lakkas BeachThe bay is protected and great for swimming and safe for children. Near Lakkas there are some amazing caves that are worth seeing.
The beach is close to Levrechio Logos and is ideal for snorkeling. The beach is not organized although there is tavern.
A small island linked with stones with Paxos. You can go through the stones and get the best sandy beach on Paxos.
A great combination of pebbles with crystal clear blue waters. Very nice beach, although not organized.
Ortholithos Cave
