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Forgotten Islands - Kalamos & Kastos

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Overview

8 hours

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Traditional cruise with plenty of swimming, snorkeling &relaxing for the perfect day out on forgotten islands!!

First stop will be at the historic CAVE of PAPANIKOLIS on Meganisi island. A morning swim in the crystal clear waters of the tiny island of FORMEKULA. Then to the island of KASTOS where we will visit the only village and after that we will go to one of the unspoilt and tranquil beaches for swimming and relax – 2 hours stop.

Later on, for 1 hour to the island of KALAMOS into the main village for stroll around this unchanged harbor and then 1 hour more to swim on one of the beautiful beaches. On the way back, a sightseeing at the islands: Scorpios – Scorpidi – Madouri – Sparti .

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

24 hours prior to your travelling date you will receive an email with the details of your booking and meeting point. If not received please do check your SPAM's or please contact your local supplier.

Below information are requested from the port authorities at the time of booking: Names of all participants , Gender, Nationality, Date of Birth.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

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Papanikolis Cave

Papanikolis sea cave: Archaeologists believe that the Cave of Papanikolis used to be the hideaway of a submarine. It is replete with many caves. Papanakolis Cave is ideally located on the island of Meganisi, which is a mere 12 nautical miles from Nydri village, Lefkada. The best way to reach the cave is by a boat cruise from Nidri and it takes approximately 45 minutes to reach the cave. This cave shot into prominence during World War II by virtue of being a secret hideaway for the submarine Papanikolis. The sheer magnitude of The cave is astounding. It is believed that the Papanikolis submarine would tuck up inside this mammoth cave after its blitzkrieg on the Italian armada. First-time visitors will live an awesome experience. The remarkable Papanikolis Cave is actually the second largest cave in Greece. It is not an authentic sea cave, but a karst cave, and is presently partially inundated by the sea. This cave was much preferred by the ships that would drop anchor inside the cave during spells of inclement weather. This cave could easily accommodate even large shipping vessels with their flagstaff.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable
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Kastos Island

ust a few kilometres southeast of Meganissi, Kastos is the ultimate Ionian Island hideaway, blessed with lovely beaches, peace and quiet, and a deliciously simple way of life. Measuring just 8km from north to south, and less than 1km from east to west, Kastos is a little gem of a place, inhabited by around 50 permanent residents only. This diminutive size, allied to its unspoilt beauty, makes it the ideal destination for anyone looking for a holiday away from it all.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Transfer from Hotel to Nidri Port and from Nidri Port to Hotel is not included in the rate.

Food/drinks are not included

Tips (optional)

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Forgotten Islands - Kalamos & Kastos

Reviews

3.80

10 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Nice people and good; grubby place.

    Journey47458722740,,Sep 15, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    3.00

    Kastos: Very nice people. Good food in the restaurants and great bars. The village itself is very dirty with rubbish, cats and dogs and their excrement everywhere. Fine to visit for a short time but not to stay.

  • Best islands in Ionian sea also Kefalonia is the best of the best

    Coastal37809202294,,Mar 23, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Best trip with lots of things to see the islands are magnificent and we had a very nice time. Hopefully we go again very soon. Kefalonia island also is the best Ionian Island and very clean with crystal waters

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  • Gem of a place!

    HarryPottesrsMum,,Nov 2, 2024

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    What a gem of a place to find sailing around the South Ionian islands in Greece Tiny little harbour not enough room to dock for the night as only enough room for about 9 yachts We moored out in the bay though which was stunning. Went for a drink in the Windmill taverna, beautiful views of the bay.

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  • Super Tour

    Alex P,,Sep 30, 2024

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    4.00

    It's a great tour, but I also expected to have a bit of time in a village of Kastos. Nevertheless, it is highly recommended

  • Lovely Kalamos Island and George’s taverna

    Z7128OYsarahb,,Sep 20, 2024

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Kalamos is a gorgeous small port and George - the unofficial port master - is incredibly helpful with docking the boats and he has the best Taverna in town for lunch and dinner. Well worth a visit, lovely beaches and very pretty island.

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  • Inconsistent description

    CarinaG675,,Aug 30, 2024

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    2.00

    We did another type of excursion, in the first village we stayed there, but everything else has changed... it is not consistent with the description. Then the beautiful beach presents itself: 40 min poor. Finally last village not even the shadow, just another beach for yet another swim. Then I don't know if we changed the tour because of the weather, nothing could be heard on the microphone.

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  • Absolutely worth it!

    EmcharlesWally,,Sep 15, 2023

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    I went with my family, we had an amazing time. Loads of things to see and do, sunshine to rest in after the water. The food and drinks were great (I particularly enjoyed the milkshake I had).

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  • Kalamos - must visit

    islands762,,Aug 20, 2023

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Kalamos Island. We have visited nice beaches with turquoise waters and have got perfect meals & service at George's tavern in port of Kalamos

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  • The worst boat trip ever

    Milena N,,Aug 6, 2023

    - Review from Viator

    1.00

    The boat was overcrowded, they were keep pushing people inside and bring extra seats. We couldn’t move from one part of the boat to another, because there were no room. The people who were outside had to be on the sun all day. Inside was too hot with no air and air condition. The staff was very impolite.

  • Forgotten islands

    Milena C,,Aug 23, 2021

    - Review from Viator

    3.00

    It was Ok but not super fun. Places were nice but not spectacular. Crew Ok but didn’t take detailed care of passengers.

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