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Boat trips to Shipwreck beach

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Cruise to one of the most famous beaches in the world and get dropped off at the magnificent Navagio Beach in Zakynthos. See the legendary shipwreck up close, and get the option to stay longer at the beach if you choose.

Visiting Navagio by boat is a must on Zakynthos but it cannot be compared to the view revealed from edge of the cliffs above. Seeing the beach from the sea and from the cliff top is like seeing two different places and the best is if you can do both.

By speedboat A picture perfect setting awaits you at Navagio Beach, an exposed cove on the coast of Zakynthos. Visitors come from all corners of the world to grab photos of the famous ship wreck, called Panagiotis. The gorgeous blue water is just stunning in contrast to the white cliffs and sand.

The platform is easily reachable by car, your own or rented. Bus trips are also organized but like the full-day boat trips there is one negative – you will spend very little time there because it will be part of a program intended to show you as many places as possible in a day.

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Porto Vromi Maries Consortium

The bay of Porto Vromi is divided into two ports with different accesses that are not connected to each other. To avoid any inconvenience, we inform you that you will find our company only by following the link below:

Why Choose Us

Safety & experience.

• Professional captains and crew
• All boats pass the necessary checks and fully comply with all safety regulations
• Cleanliness on boats

ADVANTAGEOUS LOCATION

Nearest port for Navagio, the largest blue caves of Zakynthos and for the top destinations on the island

OUR SERVICES

• Organized Tours for the Shipwreck and the surrounding area with departures throughout the day
• Boat rental with captain
• Boat rental without a captain (no driver's license required)
• Private tours
• Friendly and courteous staff

ORGANIZED TOUR

• Departure from the nearest port in Navagio
• 3 hour excursion
• 3 stops for bathing
• Stop for photos from the boat at the Shipwreck beach
• The schedule may change due to weather conditions.

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PORTO VROMI MARIES BOATS

WE TAKE YOU TO THE SHIPWRECK BEACH

Based in Zakynthos island, Greece, we organize boat tours to the famous Shipwreck Beach (“Navagio”) and the amazing sea caves found in the area nearby. Porto Vromi Maries is the closest organized port to the Shipwreck beach in Zakynthos. Our fleet consists of 12 boats that meet and exceed all safety regulations

• Departure Every 40 Minutes
• Private Trips Available
• Highly Trained Staff
• 3 Swimming Stops

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PORTO VROMI MARIES CRUISES & FUN Maries, Zakynthos, 29 100, Greece

Call Us: +30 6973247390 | +30 6970499758

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PORTO VROMI MARIES BOAT TRIPS

We organize boat tours to the Shipwreck Beach in Zakynthos.Apart from Navagio Beach, our tour includes a visit to the most beautiful blue caves of Zakynthos, Sfogio beach, White beach, Porto Steniti,Poseidon’s profile and many other amazing places.

• Shipwreck Tour
• Boat Rentals
• Shipwreck Beach

Operating Times

• April to October
• Daily, from 08.00 to 19.00
• Boats leave every 40 mins
• November to March (upon request)

Use the code “MARIES2024” and get 15% discount on your tickets

Zakynthos Blue Caves and Navagio bay

• Use of Snorkelling equipment
• Entry/Admission - Blue Caves
• Food and Drink
• Theodosis Boat trips, WP44+9C, Agios Nikolaos 290 91, Greece Yotomu Theodosis Cruise Office
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Service animals allowed
• Infants must sit on laps
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travelers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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• You'll start at Theodosis Boat trips WP44+9C, Agios Nikolaos 290 91, Greece Yotomu Theodosis Cruise Office See address & details
• 1 Agios Nikolaos Stop: 10 minutes See details
• 2 Zakinthos Stop: 30 minutes See details
• 3 Navagio Beach (Shipwreck Beach) Stop: 15 minutes See details
• 4 Blue Caves Stop: 30 minutes - Admission included See details
• 5 Agios Nikolaos Stop: 15 minutes See details
• 6 Agios Andreas Stop: 45 minutes See details
• You'll return to the starting point

• GrandTour497349 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Fantastic Fantastic experience to see the turtles and a beautiful day my friend and I loved seeing the turtles and spending time on turtle island Read more Written February 19, 2024
• aldovincent 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Best Marine Park tour Unforgettable boat tour with turtles spotting. Perfect organisation and support made this trip simply perfect. Captain Panagiotis is absolutely the best! Read more Written November 23, 2023
• 716gosias 0 contributions 3.0 of 5 bubbles No turtles No turtles at all!!! 2days we were trying and it just out of season. Should’t be selling as turtles spot- when sellers knows better that it’s out of season. Read more Written October 21, 2023
• 90stefanyv 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Great trip The trip was great! Although it’s usually difficult to see turtles during this time of the year, our guide kept waiting at the port so that we were able to see the turtles 4 times! Two turtles even swam under our boat so that we could see them because of the glass bottom. He stopped at a nice place to jump into the water and we had about 45 min at the beach. Everyone enjoyed it and it was fun! Read more Written October 19, 2023
• wilson_bigwill 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Still fighting to get my refund. Don't book last minute! I only wanted a refund simply because i did a last minute booking (90 mins prior) and Viator did not relay the information in time. I am now fighting to get a refund since this company refused to issue the refund. **We arrived around 15 minutes early, and I provided the captain with my name, but he couldn't find my details due to the last minute booking. He then directed us to another location, stating that our boat wasn't here yet but would arrive soon. However, the boat that came was from a different company and could accommodate 90 people, more than what the booking information listed, and that captain confirmed us it wasn't his boat after I showed him our tickets. Then a friend contacted the company (in question) we booked with, and they sent back the same person who initially directed us away, now with a full boat. The captain docked, apologized for the confusion, and requested us to wait for 10 more minutes as another boat was on its way. About 20 minutes later, nearly 50 minutes past our scheduled 1pm departure, a 16-year-old showed up, saying he was preparing another boat to take us out. Unfortunately, this boat was smaller than the stated capacity of 23 people and didn't have a glass bottom as advertised. At this point, I needed to use the restroom and asked the young man for its location. He sarcastically replied that there was none on the boat as you can see and suggested I go in the water. Unaware of my IBS condition, I left to find a restroom, which took about 10 minutes due to its location. Upon returning, I found my friends not on the boat and they explained that the young boy wouldn't wait for me and they were also uneasy about a minor operating the boat. We ended up booking with a different company, where they informed us that one must be at least 20 years old to drive the tour boats. The young boy had told my friends he was just 16. When I raised this issue with the operator over WhatsApp, he blocked me. Prior to blocking me, he offered a tour the following day, but our flight back to Athens was already scheduled for 6pm. Fast forward to the tour with the new company, we saw the boat with the young boy, who seemed to have picked up an adult at one of the stops. After a conversation with the adult, he assured me that I would receive a refund. That assurance was the only reason I didn't pursue the matter further while in Greece. I have five other people that can back up the facts I laid out.** see screenshots of my conversation with the operator. Read more Written October 18, 2023
• Maurice B 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Poor animal What an aweful experience. Don’t let yourself be misguided by the claim this is WWF approved. Circling with 7 boats around a small piece of the sea to see the turtle grasp for air. When the turtle surfaced, it was surrounded by all boats running their engines heavily to not bump into eachother. These sounds disorientate the turtle, I learned later. This is a 100% commercial, 100% not animal friendly tour. It’s appalling this is allowed. Read more Written October 17, 2023
• XBigJu 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Choose a different boat tour. This was dreadful. I can only say how disappointing this trip was and not as advertised. The first part of the trip was circling around the small port of Lagunos for half an hour with lots of other boats in a vain attempt to catch a sight of a turtle. If any where indeed around the port, then the number of boats would have scared them away. Needless to say we didn't see a single turtle, which was the whole point of this trip! We then proceeded to venture along the coast to a few caves and eventually stopped for a swim. A spot away from any other boats which had anchored for their guests to swim and snorkel. It suddenly became apparent why no other boats had stopped in our location. After 1 other guest entered the sea I quickly followed. We both then discovered a large amount of stinging jellyfish which left us, along with other guests, stung in several places. A very painful experience.  After which the captain decided not to stop again, then after a short journey further along the coast to see another cave, we returned across the bay and anchored up on a small beach with a large amount of other tour boats and very little space to sunbathe. Incredibly out of the '3hr' boat trip, over a hour of it was spent here! We then returned back to the departure location, after once again circling in vain to catch sight of turtles. With all this in mind, I would claim that this booking was no where near as advertised, caused injury to myself, partner and mostly a waste of time. Read more Written October 15, 2023
• sonia_avelar 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Great boat trip It was a great boat trip although we only saw one turtle. The best moment is when we can swim in the ocean (not in the crowded island). Good choice in terms of quality/price. Read more Written October 2, 2023
• Frances a 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles One turtle We seen one turtle in the sea then went through some caves stopped of at a beach for an hour then back to shore. Sorry after the caves stopped for a swim. Captain was very nice. Not great for people with walking difficulties etc as you have to walk into the sea and climb ladder to get on the boat Read more Written October 1, 2023
• Gianpaolo V 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Special CRUISE WHIT CAPTAIN NIKOS!!! Amazing day,amazing cruise,boat very clean and captain NIKOS ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC, 100% worth what I pay! Ask for captain NIKOS , HE WILL give you an incredible experience in all places, beaches and caves on the tour!! music on the boat, very cheerful and welcoming atmosphere!!! best cruise in comparison time, fun and price!! Very welcoming when we arrive, My girlfriend and I arrived an hour early (11.45am) from our booking time (1.00pm), and without making us wait they kindly sat us down and asked if we wanted to go to the 12.00pm one!! 100% raccomended!!! Read more Written September 26, 2023
• Noraboughroud 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Best small boat tour for blue caves This was amazing!!! The boat is small for approximately 8 people max. Luxury speed boat. The captain was super friendly and nice. I was afraid it would be to good to be true for this price but it was truly amazing! Already recommend it to 3 other people in our hotel and they loved it too. The blue caves are amazing and you go straight into them. I personally don’t like the big tourist crowded boats so this was just perfect! 10/10 Read more Written September 22, 2023
• Rob M 0 contributions 4.0 of 5 bubbles Saw a turtle but didn’t enjoy it being surrounding boats. Good snorkelling and caves Overall enjoyable with the exception of the turtle sighting. We saw a loggerhead turtle which was really good but personally I didn’t like the fact it was surrounded by boats for 5 minutes with one of the other boat moving about quickly and using his propeller in excessive bursts. Enjoyed the Keri caves and really enjoyed the snorkelling. We had 1 hour 10 mins on the Turtle Island was ok but quite crowded. Read more Written September 22, 2023
• stephaniey820 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles The trip was very distressing. There was one turtle surrounded by up to 8 boats, and not just speedboats but larger carriers. The poor turle stayed under the water until it had to come up for air. The noise of the engines and the polution from the fule. It really wasn't the trip I was expecting and I felt ashamed that I took part. Then on the nesting island it was packed with boats and people. The nesting sites where cornered off with a small piece os string, but again it just felt so wrong and the turtles should be more protected. I would advise anyone NOT to go on these trips. It wasn't just this provider but all the boats trips where the same. Read more Written September 19, 2023
• F7457FGkateb 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Helpful They were very accommodating and helpful when we weren’t able to make our reserved time and they even ordered a taxi for us for when we got off the boat!! 10/10 wonderful people Read more Written September 17, 2023
• LynnMartha 0 contributions 1.0 of 5 bubbles Scam or bad luck? I really don't know what to think of the experience. Honestly. All of Laganas beach felt like a horrible neon touristic place. About the turtles; this company canceled the boat trip because of too much wind, they didn't even want to leave but couldn't say why. It was my last day on the island so I went to another company. They did leave with a boat with a 3 in 1 formula (turtle Island, Keri caves and turtle spotting). It was a very stressful experience (because of the wind). They hurried to the caves and just left us with a bunch of other tourists on the turtle island. No one knew when there would be a boat to come and get us again. We had to ask captains ourselves to get on a boat again. The "captain" clearly didn't care, took the boat maybe 10-15 minutes at the turtles watching spot, no turtles were there. Then without any explanation took us back to land. End of trip. Again it was NOT with this company but I felt all the boats did the same thing. It felt like a major touristic place and no company really cared about tourists. They just make you pay for a hasty and bad experience. Maybe this company does better? But honestly. They could have said "we can go with the boat (like the other companies) but because of the waves it will be impossible to see turtles so honestly a waste of your money." But no.. Your just a tourist so you don't get any more explanation then "canceled, too much wind" while other boats still go on the water. Very very confusing. Go to the shipwreck with porto maries cruise and fun! Hire a quad! That was truly beautiful. Maybe this was an extra bad experience because of the weather but only the lack of explaining anything.. They just don't care. It's a shame. Huge difference with trips I took on par example Santorini. Read more Written September 11, 2023

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Greece: How to get to know Navagio Beach on the island of Zakynthos

Last updated: 10/11/2019

Check out all the tips to visit Navagio Beach, famous Greek beach that is considered one of the most beautiful in the world! Access requires programming on your part, as it is isolated. The tour is amazing and well worth it.

A NAVAGIO BEACH (SHIPWRECK)

Navagio Beach is a hidden beach on the island of Zakynthos, in the Smugglers Cove area. In 1980, the ship Panagiotis, which was being pursued by the Greek Navy, ended up running aground on the spot. Rumor has it that the ship was transporting contraband, including cigarettes. The captain of the ship denied this, stating that it ended up sinking because it faced adverse situations due to a storm, which greatly impaired its visibility.

The ship was abandoned and to this day it can be found on the beach, well rusted and resting on the white gravel of Navagio, in front of its amazing turquoise waters. The beach is also known as Shipwreck (wrecked ship) precisely because of this event.

Navagio is one of the most beautiful and photographed beaches in the world and there are two ways to get to know it: from a viewpoint, on top of a cliff, where it is possible to have an area view of the beach and, properly, stepping on your sands . However, it takes a little work to get to the place, since the beach is only accessible by boat .

Read more:   4-Day Zakynthos Itinerary: Navagio Beach and more  

NAVAGIO BEACH VIEWPOINT

The most famous photo of Navagio Beach is an aerial view of the beach. This area is accessible by a road on the west side of the island of Zakynthos that leads to the site. From Zakynthos Town, the main town on the island, it takes about 1 hour to get there. Follow the Shipwreck Beach signs and you can't go wrong. there is an free parking where you must stop to continue on foot. Continues heading right until you reach an area with a small metal structure . There is the safest area to see the beach, but not the best view. It's really hard to capture a photo surrounded by dozens of visitors eager to take a selfie.

To take good pictures of the beach, you need to follow the cliff edge . My recommendation is that you wear sneakers to protect your feet and be safer to walk , because you will have to walk to take good pictures. I saw a lot of people in flip-flops and I don't recommend them. I honestly thought very dangerous take this route. There is no guardrail on site. There is not even a defined path to follow. You need to find gaps in the middle of a low and dry forest to improve the angle of view and be able to take beautiful pictures. You have to be really, really careful, because an oversight, a misstep can be fatal . My intention in narrating this is not to scare, but to warn. I had no idea how dangerous it was to walk there and I wasn't expecting to have to do this walk. I believed that it had structured and safe viewpoints for visitors, but this is not the case. In the end, all the effort is rewarded by a simply incredible view of Navagio Beach!

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STARTING POINTS TO GET TO THE BEACH

First of all, we want to make it clear that it is not possible to walk between the viewpoint and the beach. Navagio Beach is surrounded by vertical cliffs, meaning the beach is only accessible by boat. Now let's detail 3 options to get to Navagio Beach. In the map below, we have placed all these options and indicated them by colors to differentiate them. Then, we will give you more information on how to get to know the beach from one of these locations.

1. LEAVING ZAKYNTHOS TOWN (NO CAR OPTION)

As Zakynthos Town (also known as Zante) is the largest city on the island of Zakynthos, there is nothing more convenient than staying there. There are many more options for restaurants, shops and tourist attractions than on the rest of the island. Staying there is also a great option for those who do not intend to rent a car, as it is possible to walk to the Port of Zakynthos or there are excursions that pick you up at your hotel. See some options:

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• Small-Group Navagio Beach Tour
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• Full day cruise in Zakynthos  *

* departing from hotels in various cities on the island of Zakynthos

If you have plans to rent a car or ATV to get around the island (inquire about vehicle prices in Zakynthos in this link ), here are some cool options for starting points to visit Navaggio Beach:

2.  LEAVING FROM PORTO VROMI (NEAREST)

The quickest way to get to Navagio Beach is to take boat trips from Porto Vromi, located to the west of the island of Zakynthos. In addition to the shorter travel time, it is possible to get to know the blue lagoons (Blue Grottoes) along the coast during the tour. Take the opportunity to visit the incredible region of Port Limnionas (Read more at:  Greece: Porto Limnionas natural pool in Zakynthos ) which is close to Porto Vromi. You can purchase tickets for the boat trip from Porto Vromi  in this link , to secure your reservation.

3. LEAVING SKINARIS (NORTH OF ZAKYNTHOS)

Another option to get to Navagio Beach is from the north of the island. This option is very nice because you can also take the opportunity to take the tour to the Blue Caves (Blue Caves), which I think is simply unmissable! You need to take a boat to Navagio Beach, go back to the harbor and take another boat to the Blue Caves. The complete visit lasts around 2 hours. I recommend the company  Potamitisbros boattrips .

TOURS AND EXCURSIONS TO NAVAGIO BEACH

• When choosing your boat, I recommend opt for smaller boats from one of the nearest ports than the huge double-decker boats that also make the trip to the beach.
• Avoid mid-day trips  (between 11 am and 3 pm), when the beach tends to get extremely crowded. Go early in the morning or late in the afternoon.
• Avoid going in high season (European summer – between July and August) in addition to everything being extremely crowded, accommodation is usually much more expensive. If possible, also try to avoid the rainy season (October) and Winter (November to March). The ideal is to go during the months of April to June. We went during the month of June and it was great, although it was already quite hot.

• Navagio Beach is super small and there are no shops on the beach . So, take your water, snacks for when you are hungry/thirst and sunscreen, as the sun is very strong and there are no umbrellas available.
• I strongly recommend wear rubber beach shoes because Navagio is formed by large white stones that hurt the feet a lot. Also, depending on the time of your visit, it can be very hot and the rocks are very hot, making it difficult to walk around.
• You boat trips have time to go and time to return . They will allow you to spend around 1 hour on the beach. Take a good look at your boat so you don't get confused and lose it when it's time to return.

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Shipwreck Beach Zakynthos: Everything You Need to Know to Visit Navagio Shipwreck Beach in Zante, Greece!

Posted on Last updated: October 29, 2023

Planning to visit the famous Shipwreck Beach in Zakynthos, but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place!

Navagio Beach in Zante, Greece, is also known as Shipwreck Beach due to the huge ship wrecked on the beach (as you may have guessed from the name). It’s one of the most famous beaches in Greece, if not all of Europe.

As such, if you’re planning a trip to Zante, it’s only natural that you will want to add this iconic spot to your Zante itinerary.

In this article I have outlined everything you need to know about visiting Navagio Shipwreck Beach. Including its exact position, how to get there, how to get to its famous viewpoint, the best tours to join, what to do and more!

So what are you waiting for? Let’s dive in, and discover how to make the most of your time at Shipwreck Beach in Zante!

• 1 What is Shipwreck Beach in Zakynthos?
• 2 Where is Navagio Shipwreck Beach
• 3.1 How to get to Navagio Beach 
• 3.2 How to get to Shipwreck Navagio Beach viewpoint
• 4 How to see that iconic Shipwreck Beach view
• 5 Best Zakynthos shipwreck tours
• 6 What can you do at Shipwreck Beach in Zakynthos?
• 7 Is it worth visiting Navagio Shipwreck Beach?
• 8 Where to stay in Zante to visit Navagio Beach

View over the iconic Navagio Shipwreck Beach in Zante, Greece

What is Shipwreck Beach in Zakynthos?

Whether you call it Navagio Beach, Smuggler’s Cove, Agios Georgios (its original name it was previously known with) or Shipwreck Beach, there’s no denying the beauty of this amazing slice of coastline.

And as you can probably tell from the names, it’s a beach with a shipwreck on it. But how did it get there?

The famous Zante shipwreck is the remains of the MV Panagiotis , a ship that ran aground during bad weather in 1980. There are different rumours around how exactly this happened.

Some say it was smuggling contraband cigarettes for the Italian mafia, and was wrecked while being chased by the Greek authorities! But that’s just a story.

Either way, the wreck provides a cool contrast to the white cliffs, gleaming white sand beach and bright turquoise sea of the cove.

Plus it’s been made even more famous thanks to it featuring in the 2016 Korean TV series Descendants of the Sun , with K-drama aficionados making the pilgrimage to the famed location.

The famous shipwreck on Navagio Beach in Zante, Greece

Where is Navagio Shipwreck Beach

Navagio Shipwreck Beach is located on the Northwest corner of Zakynthos Island. As we will soon see, you can’t directly access the beach via land, but you can go to its famous viewpoint by driving to this spot .

It’s a 50-minute drive from the south of the island, where most of the tourist towns like Zakynthos Town, Laganas and Keri are located.

How to get to Navagio Shipwreck Beach

If you want to see the Zakynthos shipwreck and the stunning beach where it sits, it’s not as simple as just rocking up with your beach towel.

Due to the beach being accessible only by boat, I’ll divide this part into two sections: the first one telling you how to get to the actual Shipwreck Beach, Zante, and the second one sharing how to get to the iconic Navagio Beach Viewpoint.

How to get to Navagio Beach 

Like I said just a moment ago, there is no way to reach the actual beach via land.

This means that the only way to get to Navagio Beach in Zante is via boat, and you’re probably not going to have access to your own boat while you’re there.

So that means you’ll be taking to the high seas on a boat tour from Laganas to Shipwreck Beach (or from other parts of the island). I have listed below some of the best Shipwreck Beach tours, but will go into more detail about them in just a moment.

Zakynthos: Shipwreck Beach, Viewpoint, Blue Caves Day Tour

Navagio Shipwreck: Private Tour with Sunset Viewing Point

Porto Vromi: Cruise to Navagio, Turtle island & Keri Caves

Cruising inside the cove of Navagio Shipwreck Beach in Zakynthos, Greece

How to get to Shipwreck Navagio Beach viewpoint

While the beach itself is without a doubt beautiful, what most people want to see is the iconic view over it from the top of the cliffs.

After all, that shot of the shipwreck lying on the white sand, turquoise water in front of it and towering cliffs surrounding it features on everyones Europe bucket list .

How do you actually get to the Shipwreck Beach viewpoint? It’s pretty simple to drive to the viewpoint by yourself (be warned however, the road leading up to it is narrow and winding!). Simply drive to this Google Maps location .

There’s free parking area here, which is super handy, plus there’s also a food truck close to the free viewing deck, with some tables and seats in the shade.

The free viewing platform is pretty cool! It protrudes out of the cliff itself, allowing for unobstructed views of the Shipwreck Cove down below, even though the cliffs partly block the wreck itself …

Navagio Shipwreck Beach in Zante, Greece

How to see that iconic Shipwreck Beach view

Let’s expand a bit on Shipwreck Beach Viewpoint, as it deserves a little more detail.

The “official” viewing deck that I linked above consists of a metal platform with railings, which sticks out from the cliffs. It’s the safest way to get a fairly decent view of Shipwreck Beach.

But to be honest with you, this view isn’t the best or the iconic view of Shipwreck Beach that you will have seen in photos. And not only that — you have to queue in a long line for quite a while under the sun to see it, which is never fun.

The view over Navagio Shipwreck Beach from the “official” viewing deck

There is another viewpoint, an “unofficial” one. If you look to the right of the food truck you’ll see a metal fence with a sign that says “do not pass” — but there’s also a very big hole in the fence.

Through here you’ll also see a well beaten trail, as well as numerous other tourists walking through the hole and on the trail.

If you go through the railing you will have to do a short hike for 10-15 minutes, and you’ll the get the other Shipwreck Beach viewpoint.

As soon as you look back to Shipwreck Beach, you will see the breathtaking views of Navagio Beach that you always see in photos. This “unofficial” viewpoint has no railings, no viewing deck, and no safety measures of any sort in place.

As such, if you do choose to come to this viewpoint, I advise you stick to the path and to keep a safe distance from the edge, and don’t take any risks to get the “best” photo.  People have fallen from the cliffs here while taking photos.

Enjoying the view over the iconic Navagio Shipwreck Beach in Zakynthos, Greece, from the “unofficial” viewpoint

Best Zakynthos shipwreck tours

Of course, the most classic way to see the Zakynthos shipwreck is by taking a tour by boat to the beach itself.

However, there are so many tours that it can be a little difficult working out which one is best. Here I’ve outlined some of the best boat tours in Zakynthos , so that you can find the best one for you.

This tour to Shipwreck Beach in Zante is a pretty comprehensive option.

Not only does it take you to the beach itself, as well as the viewpoint up above, but it will also take you to a number of different sights around the island. These include the famous Blue Caves and Bochali Hill.

The first part of the tour sees you whisked to Zakynthos Town, where you’ll head up Bochali Hill for views of the port below.

From there it’s onto the Shipwreck Beach viewpoint, where you can snap pictures of the surrounding cliffs. Then you’ll hop on the boat for a 3-hour mini cruise to Navagio Beach and then onward to the Blue Caves.

There’s also a collection of other interesting sights included on the tour, including local villages like Exo Chora with its amazing 2,000-year-old olive tree!

Check out prices & availability for your Shipwreck Beach & Blue Caves tour here , or in the calendar below!

Enjoying our private boat tour around Zakynthos, with a stop at Navagio Shipwreck Beach

Visiting Navagio Shipwreck Beach in Zante, Greece, on a boat tour

So this is more of a transfer rather than a proper tour, but it’s still a good way to get from wherever you’re staying to the famous beach.

It doesn’t cover every town on the island though, covering travel from towns including Psarou, Kalamaki, Zante Town and Laganas, to Shipwreck Beach.

I’d say this is a great option if you don’t want to rent a car, but want to see the shipwreck at sunset.

From your accommodation, this transfer will take you past famous sights, with the driver on hand to explain the history of it all along the way.

They’ll take you to the top of the Shipwreck Beach viewpoint so you can see the beach in all its glory. You’ll have an hour or so to snap photos galore of a gorgeous sunset.

Check out prices & availability for your Navagio Shipwreck Sunset private tour here , or in the calendar below!

The incredibly blue water in the cove of Navagio Shipwreck Beach in Zakynthos

From Porto Vromi: Shipwreck Beach Private Boat Cruise

Feel like a tour but want a bit more privacy? Then opt for a private cruise for you and whoever you’re travelling with! This private tour to Zante’s Navagio Beach offers up an adventurous day out exploring the island’s beautiful coastline.

The first stop is at Shipwreck Beach itself, where you can have a refreshing swim in the sea, before you’ll be whisked onward to Hidden Treasure Cave — another chance to float around in the crystal-clear water.  

Then you’ll head to experience marine life at White Beach, Sfogio Beach, Porto Steniti, the Blue Caves and Heart Caves. You’ll also get to see a fun rock formation at Poseidon’s Profile (the clue is in the name!).  

Click here to book your private boat tour to Shipwreck Beach in Zante , or see prices & availability in the calendar below!

Exploring the Blue Caves of Zakynthos in Greece during our boat tour

This is another private tour , ideal for couples or families who want to have fun without worrying about other people’s itineraries and schedules.

This tour is pretty good actually, as it takes you around the whole island, not only Shipwreck Beach. Your local skipper will take you to a collection of sights dotted around Zakynthos.

These include White Beach, Sfogio Beach, the Blue Caves, Keri Caves and Turtle Island, to name just a few. Of course, you’ll also head to Shipwreck Beach for a swim in the cove.

I’d recommend booking the evening schedule, as you’ll get to see a stunning sunset as part of the tour, too!

Click here to book your private Zante Island boat tour , including Shipwreck Beach, or check out prices & availability in the calendar below!

Cruising along the coast and cliffs of Zakynthos, Greece

From Porto Vromi: Navagio Shipwreck Beach Excursion by Boat

This Shipwreck Beach boat tour offers an awesome way to experience the natural landscapes of Zakynthos, without breaking the bank. It’s a great option for solo travelers, as it’s a bigger boat than the previous tours, with other people onboard, hence the lower price.

Setting sail from the bay of Porto Vromi, the boat makes its way to Navagio Beach where you’ll stop in the cove and have a chance to swim in the crystal clear waters.

But it’s not just Navagio Beach that you’ll be hitting up. There’s also the Blue Caves, where the boat will take you inside to marvel at the rock formations.

You’ll also head to a hidden beach, Sfogio, then onto another beautiful beach called Porto Steniti. This tour is the perfect way to enjoy some of the best beaches and coastlines in Zakynthos.

Check out prices & availability for your Shipwreck Beach boat tour in Zante here , or directly in the calendar below!

One of the bigger boats for shared group tours in Zakynthos, Greece

Admiring Navagio Shipwreck Beach from the sea

What can you do at Shipwreck Beach in Zakynthos?

Until 2022, you could still actually go onto the beach. It was fun!  

You could spend a chill day there, tanning, swimming — you know, the usual beach activities. Unfortunately, today the beach is closed, and there’s not a lot to do there anymore.  

It’s the one of the most popular attractions and most famous beach of Zakynthos, but you can’t actually go on the beach. It was closed due to rock falls last year, and the increased risk of landslides.

On land, you can head to the Shipwreck Beach view point to see it all from above, and take in one of the most photographed places in Greece.

Boat tours to the beach stop nearby, and you can swim, but not for long and it’s not the same as actually hanging out on the beach.  

Still, it’s a decent day trip, especially if you join one of the tour operators that takes you also to other sights on Zakynthos.

Enjoying the beautiful water of Zakynthos on a private boat trip

Is it worth visiting Navagio Shipwreck Beach?

If you are travelling to Greece solely to see the Shipwreck Beach in Zakynthos, then I would say no — it’s not worth visiting.

Nowadays there isn’t much to it, besides taking photos from the viewpoint of the rusty shipwreck on the gleaming sand.

It looks cool, it looks great in photos, but it’s not worth a trip in itself. And a reminder: it’s definitely not worth risking injury to yourself to get a photo of it!

That said, if you’re in Zakynthos anyway , and you’re wondering what to do with yourself, then of course I would say visit Shipwreck Beach. After all, it’s one of the must-see spots in Zante !

There might not be much to do, but it’s still one of the most iconic spots in Zakynthos, if not all of Greece. Plus a lot of boat tours of the island visit, so you might end up seeing Navagio Shipwreck Beach even if it wasn’t part of your itinerary!

Exploring the coastline and turquoise sea of Zakynthos, Greece, by boat

Where to stay in Zante to visit Navagio Beach

It doesn’t really matter where you stay in Zakynthos to visit Navagio Beach. The island isn’t particularly big, even if you stay in the south in Laganas or Keri you will just drive max 1 hour to reach the viewpoint.

As such, here are some of the best places to stay in Zakynthos for every budget, and in different areas around the island.

Budget: Gerovasis Apartments with Sea View – We spent five nights here and found it to be a perfect base for exploring Zante. Located in the quiet beach town of Keri, the apartment is spacious, clean, has epic views and is fairly cheap.

Click here to book your stay at Gerovasis Apartments with Sea View!

Mid-range: Joya Luxury Villas – Even though there is Luxury in the name, this beautiful villa is actually pretty affordable, while still offering a luxury service. It sleeps up to 10 people, has a private pool, and is perfectly positioned to explore the North East coast of Zante. We stayed here for the weekend and loved it.

Click here to book your stay at Joya Luxury Villas in Zante!

Luxury: Lesante Cape Resort & Villas – We had lunch here and fell in love with the venue. This 5-star hotel has beautiful little villas with private pools, amazing service, stunning views and is in a great position. Perfect to spoil yourself!

Click here to see prices & availability at Lesante Cape Resort & Villas!

The private pool at Joya Luxury Villas in Zante, Greece

Final thoughts on visiting Zakynthos Shipwreck

There you have it, the ultimate guide to visiting the famous Navagio Shipwreck Beach in Zante! Have you visited this iconic beach before? How did you find it? Let me know in the comments below!

For me, Navagio Beach is just as iconic as the famous Oia sunset in Santorini . It’s one of those sights you simply have to add to your Greece bucket list.

There might not be much to actually do there, but it’s still a pretty fabulous spot, and you guys know how much I love a good viewpoint.

Like I said before, I wouldn’t travel to Greece just to see Shipwreck Beach, but if you’re already coming to Zante for a beach or island hopping trip, then it’s definitely worth visiting.

I hope you find this article useful in planning your trip to Navagio Shipwreck Beach in Zante, Greece! If you have any questions, just let me know in the comments below!

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Zakynthos tours

Discover the best Zakynthos tours! Zakynthos is one of the largest islands in Greece, so joining a tour is highly recommended for those who want to explore it!

The most popular Zakynthos tour is hands down the Navagio beach boat tour and the Blue Caves tour. These two wonderful spots are famous all over the world for their natural beauty! Cruises around the island are also very popular. Such cruises give you the chance to explore the coastline of Zakynthos and visit the caves of Keri and the small bays on the western side of the island.

If you want to explore the inland, we suggest that you join a bus tour in Zakynthos. This tour not only passes through picturesque villages and traditional monasteries but also gets you to a fabulous spot, from where you have an amazing view of Shipwreck Beach. Zakynthos tours are frequently organized in summer, especially in the high season.

Island tour by bus

Discover the non tourist side of Zakynthos in this lovely bus tour. See the traditional villages, the Shipwreck from above and the Blue Caves by boat.

Short cruise To Caretta Caretta

This short cruise allows you to see the lovely island of Marathonisi and the caves of Keri. Along our way in the sea and in the island of Marathonisi, we will see the famous Caretta Caretta sea turtles.

Cruise around the island by Delfini

A marvelous tour that goes around the wild coasts of Zakynthos. See the Blue Caves, swim in Navagio Beach, admire the caves of Keri and see the coastline of this lovely island.

Pirate cruise around the island

Explore the coastline of Zakynthos on this amazing pirate ship. See the Blue Caves and the Caves of Keri, swim at the famous Shipwreck Beach and see the seaside villages of Zakynthos from the sea!

Zakynthos Water Park Entry Ticket and Bus Transfers

Enjoy an action-packed day out for the entire family at one of the largest water parks in Greece. Have some serious fun on a choice of exciting water slides and interactive play areas at the water park in Sarakinado.

Snorkeling Tours in Zakynthos

If you're looking for a refreshing activity during your holidays in Greece, you came to the right place! Go on a snorkelling boat trip with friends and family!

Turtle Spotting Cruise on a Glass Bottom Boat

Take unique photos of turtles at a close distance as you sail through the crystal clear waters off the coast of Zakynthos on a glass-bottomed boat. Explore the amazing Keri caves and cross the famous Arches from underneath.

Evening Southern Island Road Trip

Travel with a guide to find the best sunset spots on the island of Zakynthos. Once the sun is down, visit other highlights of this picturesque island on the Ionian Sea.

Dinner with Greek Dancing and Wine

Spend a memorable evening as you experience the well-known Zakynthian hospitality. Enjoy a night of traditional Greek food, free-flowing wine, music, and dancing in an idyllic setting.

Half Day Trip to Marathonisi and Keri Caves

Enjoy a 5-hour tour through the southern areas of Zakynthos. See the notable sights on the island, and then embark on a boat cruise to Marathonisi and the Keri Caves.

Kefalonia Island Full Day Tour by Bus and Boat

Have a superb day out exploring the island of Kefalonia, whose beauty you'll recognize from the film "Captain Corelli's Mandolin"! In bus and boat, see the natural landscapes of this island including caves, mountains, and beaches.

Navagio Shipwreck Private Tour with Sunset Viewing Point

Take a private luxurious minivan from your hotel or the cruise ship port and see the most amazing sunset view of the Navagio Shipwreck Beach from the top of the mountain above it. Get transferred safely by a professional English-speaking driver.

Scuba diving in Zakynthos

If you've never tried scuba diving before then the Discover Scuba Diving is for you! You will get to explore the amazing underwater world of Zakynthos or Zante, and see a great variety of marine life!Zante Blue Reef conducts the Discover Scuba Diving course all year round as the water is always ...

Private Tour of Navagio Shipwreck Beach and the Blue Caves

Take a private tour and enjoy your journey in comfort on a Mercedes Viano modern minibus with a professional English-speaking driver. Board a boat to visit the Navagio Shipwreck Beach and the Blue Caves.

Fast cruise to Shipwreck and Blue Caves

Take this fast boat from Zakynthos Town and visit the fantastic Shipwreck Beach and the Blue Caves, on the northern side of the island. Only 4 hours afternoon cruise.

Blue Cave boat cruise and Shipwreck photo stop

This fantastic boat trip to Zakynthos from Poros includes mesmerizing coastlines, the Blue Caves, a visit to the gorgeous Navagio, and a stop in Alykanas Village.

Cruise to Shipwreck and Blue Caves

Take the most popular cruise in Zakynthos: visit the world famous Navagio Beach (Shipwreck) with the exotic water and the white sand. On the way, we will also see the Blue Caves.

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