Paxos Antipaxos

A breathtaking sea cruise to Paxos and Antipaxos

HIGHLIGHTS 

• Departure from Corfu – Sail away from Corfu and admire the natural bay of Lakka on northern Paxos, a tranquil village untouched by mass tourism.
• West Coast of Paxos – Cruise along the impressive rocky coastline and discover unique white sandy beaches.
• Blue Caves Exploration – Enter the stunning sea caves, home to crystal-clear waters and the Mediterranean monk seal (Monachus monachus).
• Antipaxos Island – Swim in the Caribbean-like sandy coves of Mesavrika Beach, surrounded by turquoise waters.
• Return to Paxos – Sail along the east coast, passing the small islands of Skaltsonisi and Mongonisi.
• Gaios Village Stop – Moor in the picturesque port of Gaios, wander the charming narrow streets, explore local shops, and enjoy lunch at a traditional taverna (not included in price).

EXTENDED DESCRIPTION

You depart from Corfu as the island slowly fades into the horizon, the sea opening like a calm invitation. Soon, the natural bay of Lakka appears on northern Paxos, a quiet haven where time lingers gently and the village remains untouched, sheltered from the rush of the modern world.

The voyage continues along the wild west coast of Paxos, where dramatic rocky cliffs rise from the deep blue and rare white-sand beaches gleam like hidden offerings, revealed only to those who travel by sea.

Drawn deeper into the heart of the island, you enter the Blue Caves—cathedrals carved by water and wind. Here, crystal-clear light dances across stone, and the silence feels sacred, as if shared with the elusive Mediterranean monk seal that calls these waters home.

Antipaxos emerges next, radiant and dreamlike. In the soft sandy coves of Mesavrika Beach, turquoise waters shimmer with a Caribbean glow, inviting you to swim, float, and surrender to the warmth of the sun and sea.

As the afternoon unfolds, you sail once more toward Paxos, tracing the gentler eastern coast and gliding past the small islets of Skaltsonisi and Mongonisi, each one a quiet guardian of the channel.

The journey settles in Gaios, where you moor in its postcard-perfect harbor. Narrow streets wind through the village, lined with local shops and soft laughter, leading you to a traditional taverna where the flavors of Paxos await—an unhurried pause before the sea calls you onward once again.