Greece- A life-changing experience
Summer Activities
Diving in Leros’ crystal-clear waters
The island of Leros located in the southeastern Aegean in the Dodecanese chain, is a slow-paced tranquil place with a turbulent and fascinating past. As the island with the most military wrecks in the world, after Normandy, its seabed is strewn with numerous carcasses of warships and World War II fighter jets, bearing witness to the fierce battles for dominance in the Aegean in the first half of the 1940s.
These “seabed exhibits” have turned this picturesque Greek island into a top diving destination.
A closer look at these underwater monuments is not reserved only for experienced divers, but for beginners as well, who wish to see this underwater museum.
Leros, Photo: GNTO / P. Merakos
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Paros: Sun, sea and Aegean winds…
There’s a fascinating aspect of summer holidays when combined with seawater activities on Paros! Most beaches on this wind-swept island – covered mainly with fine sand – are located next to modern and well-equipped facilities for all kinds of water sports, offering their sporty visitors some carefree and stimulating fun-time. So, wear your happiest mood and explore the endless possibilities of seawater fun on this famous snow-white Cyclades island.
Beach soccer; beach volleyball; diving; pedalo riding; sailing; waterslides; waterskiing, underwater fishing, kayaking and surfing: these are the most popular activities that will put your stamina to the test and keep your adrenalin surge up all day long!
Photo: GNTO / P. Merakos
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Lefkada: the paradise of sea sports
Lefkada is an unparallel destination for the lovers of sea sports.
Enjoy pedalo, canoe and water ski rides, or indulge in the pleasure of more “sophisticated” activities, ranging from barefoot to mono ski, double ski, wake board and knee board.
The water track and field of Lefkada is a paradise for surfers and is famous with Greek and international surfers alike.
If diving is your cup of tea, the lefkadian sea bed will fascinate you with the unforgettable images you’ll see unfold before your eyes.
Photo: GNTO / P. Merakos
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Alonnisos: Enjoy nature in all its splendour!
Alonnisos is the most remote of the Northern Sporades island group, and home to the National Marine Park of Northern Sporades, a refuge for rare seabirds, dolphins and the Mediterranean monk seal, monachus monachus.
The Alonissos Underwater Museum Peristera features one of the biggest Classical-era shipwrecks.
Due to its unique size, the ship ranks among the biggest commercial ships of its time. It was 30 meters long and 10 meters wide. It was carrying around 3,000 amphorae full with the renowned wines of Mendi (a city in modern day Chalkidiki) and Peparithos, which is modern day Skopelos.
Dive in the actual shipwreck of Peristera!
Alonnisos, Photo: Municipality of Alonnisos
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Birdwatching on Skyros
Skyros is an island full of contrasts, special protection zones for birds and part of the NATURA 2000 network, as well as an ultimate attraction for bird lovers.
Skyros, Photo: GNTO Archive
Sparsely populated with large nature areas, uninhabited islets, a barren rocky landscape on its southern side and a variety of habitats, it is ideal for birdwatching as it boasts 205 recorded bird species from 48 different feathered families.
Skyros, Photo: GNTO Archive
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Rock climbing on Kalymnos
Kalymnos -the world renowned island of traditional sponge harvesting- a small island located in southeastern Dodecanese archipelago, offers rock climbing and bouldering during the whole year.
Especially in September, you can enjoy pleasant climbing temperatures in combination with warm water for swimming. Nowadays, there are approximately 200 walking distances in 77 climbing fields, including distinctive markings for the starting point of every trekking spot.
Diving lovers can further attend the Diving Festival of Kalymnos which presents a full programme of various activities on free, autonomous and organized diving; they can also see the exhibits on the island’s diving history and sea life featured in the Naval Museum as well as the Archaeological Museum.
Photo: GNTO Archive
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Watersports on Samos
Samos, the island of Hera and Pythagoras, has an outstanding natural landscape, beautiful beaches, fine wine, and monuments of sizable cultural significance. Visit the popular Vathy, Kokkari, Pythagoreion, and the remote Marathokampo, Kerveli, or Mykali villages.
Enjoy canoe-kayak and water ski rides, scuba diving, snorkeling, and waterskiing/wakeboarding for an unforgettable summer experience.
You can explore the beautiful coastline of Samos and the stunning scenery by a canoe-kayak and stop off at hidden coves and unexplored beaches.
Scuba Diving in Samos offers the ultimate underwater experience in crystal clear waters to explore and enjoy the marine life and geomorphology of the Aegean Sea.
Photo: GNTO Archive
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