Kalamaki Beach is a long, sandy beach known for its natural beauty and tranquility. The beach is a natural habitat for the loggerhead sea turtle (Carreta caretta), a species protected by law. Visitors can often see the turtles' nests, which are clearly marked and enclosed to ensure their safety.
The beach's natural characteristics include fine sand, though the sea bed is rocky, making water shoes a recommended accessory for visitors. On days without wind, the sea is warm, clean, and inviting, though larger waves can occasionally be seen. The beach is also equipped with a lifeguard for the safety of its visitors.
Amenities at Kalamaki Beach include sun beds and umbrellas available for rent, as well as showers. The beach is lined with cafes and restaurants, providing a variety of refreshment options for visitors. These establishments also offer service directly on the beach.
Despite its popularity, Kalamaki Beach is known for its peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal location for those seeking a quiet place to relax. However, it can get crowded at times. The beach is easily accessible, with stone paths leading the way for visitors.
Kalamaki Beach amenities include shower and loungers.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
Visitor reviews highlight the natural beauty of the beach, with its long sandy stretches, warm clean sea, and stunning sunsets being particularly appreciated. The presence of amenities such as sun beds, umbrellas, showers, and lifeguard services, as well as the opportunity to observe protected sea turtle nests, are also highly valued by visitors. However, some visitors have expressed concerns about the beach being crowded and the sea bed being rocky, recommending the use of water shoes.
Most visitors to Kalamaki Beach in Crete choose to stay in nearby towns such as Chania or Heraklion, where they can enjoy a mix of cultural attractions and beach relaxation. For those who prefer to stay closer to the beach, accommodations in the village of Kalamaki offer convenient walking distance access to the sandy shores.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
Latitude: 35.0275639 / Longitude: 24.7587228
Kalamaki Beach is located in Crete. The following map of Kalamaki Beach shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 16°C/23°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 26°C |
| Sea Temperature | 21.2 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.5 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:09/20:26 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 13.2 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.3 |
| Cloud Cover | 33% |
| Speed | 14 km/h |
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| Gusts | 24.5 km/h |
| Direction | SW |
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