The Caves ....Drogarati Cave and Melissani Lake
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Delve into the heart of the island's geological history as you explore Drogarati Cave. This ancient masterpiece boasts impressive stalactite formations that have evolved over millions of years. The cave's acoustics are legendary, and you may find yourself enchanted by the echoes of your own footsteps or the occasional drip of water, creating an otherworldly ambiance.
The adventure continues at Melissani Lake, where you'll board a boat to traverse the underground marvel. As you glide over the crystal-clear turquoise waters, sunlight pierces through the collapsed cave roof, casting an ethereal glow on the ancient stalactites and stalagmites that adorn the subterranean chamber.
Pause and breathe in the breathtaking beauty as we make a captivating photo stop above Myrtos Beach.
Additional Info
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Vessels at Lake Melissani are 12-man rowboats with rower. Passengers may experience crowds while boarding the boats during the high Season of July & August
The boat ride, spanning approximately 10-15 minutes, includes entry to the cave, the duration of which depends on the number of visitors in the queue.
Visitors to Drogarati Cave must negotiate approximately 150 steep steps carved out of cave rock.
Recommended Dress:Smart, Casual, Comfortable footwear.
Visitors are not permitted to swim in the Lake, in order to preserve the natural environment and protect the site
Please have available the necessary identification documents (EU Passengers-ID, International Passengers-Passport)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Entrance Fees
Local guide
Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Drogarati Cave
Marvel at the intricate and impressive stalactite and stalagmite formations within the cave. The mineral-rich water droplets over thousands of years have created unique and intricate structures.Explore the various chambers of the cave, each offering its own array of stunning formations. The main chamber is particularly known for its size and the quality of its stalactites.
Melissani Cave
Take a boat ride across the crystal-clear waters of Melissani Lake. The boats are typically guided by experienced local rowers who navigate through the cave, providing visitors with a leisurely and informative tour. Marvel at the stunning blue and turquoise colors of the lake. The clear waters and unique lighting conditions within the cave create a magical ambiance.
Options
Spanish Language
Guided Tour in Spanish
Pickup included
Guided Tour in German
Guided Tour in German
Pickup included
Guided Tour - English
English Speaking Tour Guide
Pickup included
Italian Language
Italian Guided Tour
Pickup included
Guided Tour in French
Guided tour in French
Pickup included
Reviews
295 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Value for money ( or not )
Ayelet G,
Aug 31, 2025
- Viator
3.00If you are traveling with a car , you can do this tour on your own in three quarter of the price . It is to expensive reltvly to what you get in return.
Excellent quick highlight tour
Kadi H,
Aug 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very helpful and quick response to questions while booking. Friendly and very knowledgeable tour guide-Katherine. If you get motion sick, I would recommend taking something before getting on the bus as the winding roads/lots of stops/starts can be a little triggering. Mackey the driver did a phenomenal job navigating the tight roads.
Great experience and the...
Shaanvir S,
Aug 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great experience and the views are amazing. Be sure to bring comfortable casual clothes and good shoes/sneakers. There's stops at sites for water and food. Tour guide was super informative too. Thanks for a great time!
Beautiful experience....
Lorenzo D,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00Beautiful experience. Organized and helpful. The guide very helpful and competent. Recommended
Excellent!!!!
Mary E,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour was a 10/10 for me and my husband, and we didn’t even get to make it to Melassani. Our day was amazing and our tour guide Kathryn and the driver was Mackie (hope I’m spelling those names right) Kathryn was great and had so much fun to tell us about the island. We had an amazing time even though Melassani didn’t work out they gave us a partial refund for it. They were also very aware of the timing because we came from a cruise so they made sure to get us back to the port in time! Book this tour, you won’t regret it!
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