Vasilikos
Vasilikos is one of the most popular destinations on Zakynthos situated on the peninsula of the island in the southeast. Vasilikos is not your old fashioned separate resort, but more like a group of small populated villages scattered around the area located only 11 km away from Zakynthos City.
It is known for its natural beauty and tranquility. Beautiful blue and clear sea, beaches underneath high mountains and vast olive groves cultivated near perfection, are only a couple of things worth mentioning.
Vasilikos offers a wide range of accommodations. Luxury hotels, apartments, bungalows, studios and even stone-built traditional houses are what you can find there, making this quiet paradise affordable for everyone. Bars, restaurants, quality amusement, shops and tourist attractions are also present. You will find everything you need there for relaxation and fun. Perfect for families and couples that enjoy quiet evenings makes Vasilikos an ideal choice when making a decision for a vacation.
Why Choose Vasilikos
PEACE, TRANQUILITY AND ISOLATION.
This part of Zante island is best known as a peaceful, quiet and relaxing place. If you’re looking for a break from the noise and rush of city life, Vasilikos is what you’re looking for. Breathtaking landscapes and views guarantee a refreshing and joyful vacation.
LOCATION
Vasilikos is located on the southern tip of the island of Zante. Although it is fairly isolated and rural, you can quickly and easily reach other, more urban areas, such as Argassi, Kalamaki and Laganas. It is relatively close to the airport as well.
BEACHES
This area is famous for it’s pristine and beautiful sandy beaches, and intact nature. Perfect for unwinding and having a dip in the warm, shallow waters. Certain beaches are home to the endangered Caretta Caretta turtle species, so you will have a unique chance to observe and appreciate these creatures
FOOD & DINING
There are many tavernas alongside the main road in Vasilikos which offer authentic and delicious Greek cuisine. Pick a restaurant after a long day on the beach, sit back and enjoy your meal in the moonlight.
Vasilikos Beaches
Beaches are a trademark of Vasilikos region that has a great number and variety of beautiful sandy beaches. It may be that you will have to visit one beach each day of your stay to cover them all. We recommend you to have some kind of transportation in order to reach all of the beaches easier and faster. This list is made as a guide to which beach is nearest to the previously mentioned one so you can better plan your trips.
Kaminia Beach
We suggest that you start your beach tour here, especially if you don?t like crowded places. Numerous palm trees and vegetation give a fresh breath of air and protection from the sun even on the hottest days. With crystal clear blue water, beautiful sand and breathtaking view from the beach, Kaminia is a great place to relax.
Porto Zorro Beach
Porto Zorro is a combination of thick vegetation and beautiful cliff rocks that dwell in the sea. Despite tourist growth in the area in recent years, this place kept its peaceful charm. If you are not really a nature lover, this beach will most certainly change your mind with its jaw-dropping sights, and it will leave you in awe.
St.Nicholas Beach
St. Nicholas is probably one of the most popular beaches for tourists and also the local populace. This beach is rather small, located in a bay and can be pretty crowded, but for a reason. With a wide range of activities,everyone can enjoy themselves. The gem of St. Nicholas is a small, white Orthodox church overlooking the bay just adding more beauty to the already wonderful scenery.
Porto Roma
Porto Roma beach is one of the quietest places in the whole of Zakynthos with few visitors. It is usual to see only a few visitors during a course of the day. People often miss this beach when they are on their way to Gerakas. Its shallow waters, calm sea and a low number of tourists make this beach ideal for young families and their children.
Gerakas Beach
Gerakas beach is located on the far end of the peninsula. This beach is under the protection of Zakynthos Marine Park, and the reason is that Caretta-Caretta turtles make Gerakas their nesting destination, so there are no bars or watersports. If you can wake up before dawn, you could assist the turtles to reach the sea, which makes an enlightening experience.
Dafni Beach
This beach is also under the protection of National Marine Park of Zakynthos, and it is one of the most important nesting areas for the Caretta-Caretta turtles. The beach is in its neutral state, being almost untouched as there are no hotels or bars nearby, only a few taverns and villas run by local families. Dafni will give you the most authentic feel Isolation and relaxation.
What to do in Vasilikos?
This area offers a good time for people who are more of a laid back type. You won’t find any wild parties or turbulent nightlife here. Vasilikos is a calm resort which is suitable for beach and nature lovers, in pursuit of a relaxing holiday. When it comes to natural beatuy, there is no place with nicer beaches than this one, on the entire Zante island.
As relaxing on the beach isn’t exactly an “activity”, there are some fun, water related sports, for people looking to move around a little bit. Since Vasilikos is a family oriented resort, some easy going activities like boat rides and turtle spotting are also available.
If you’re wondering what to do in this area, check out some of our recommendations below.
Vasilikos Nightlife
Nightlife in Vasilikos is peaceful and quiet as there are no big and loud clubs. If you like to party hard, check the Zante nightlife page, we covered everything there.Although, nightlife is in Vasilikos exist as you have few but quality bars with many events during the evening. You can enjoy your evenings by listening to traditional Zakynthian music and relax over a couple of drinks.