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Elafonisos
Beach lovers wanting Caribbean-looking turquoise water without leaving Greece.
Fitting Elafonisos into your route
- Closest islands
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Straight-line distance between main ports, not ferry time.
About Elafonisos
Elafonisos is a small, low-lying island just off the southeastern tip of the Peloponnese, separated from the mainland at Neapoli by a short crossing. The island revolves almost entirely around its beaches — Simos and Panagia are regularly ranked among Greece's best for their pale sand and shallow, clear turquoise water.
Weather on Elafonisos
Right now °C (°F)
Average temperature by month: Ionian Islands
| April | May | June | July | August | September | October |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17°C / 63°F | 21°C / 70°F | 25°C / 77°F | 28°C / 82°F | 28°C / 82°F | 25°C / 77°F | 21°C / 70°F |
Average afternoon temperature in °C across the Ionian Islands group, not measured on this island alone. Useful for spotting when it actually turns summer-warm.
Tips
- Take the frequent short ferry from Pounta near Neapoli — cars can cross too.
- Visit Simos beach early in the day during July-August, as it fills up fast.
- Book accommodation well ahead in summer; the island is small with few rooms.
Islands near Elafonisos
Closest first, measured between main ports.
