What to do and see in Lasithi Prefecture, Crete: The Best Outdoor Activities

March 27, 2022 Randal Brittian

Lasithi (Greek: Λασίθι) is the easternmost regional unit on the island of Crete, to the east of Heraklion. Its capital is Agios Nikolaos, the other major towns being Ierapetra, Sitia and Neapoli. The mountains include the Dikti in the west and the Thrypti in the east. The Sea of Crete lies to the north and the Libyan Sea to the south.
Restaurants in Lasithi Prefecture

1. Spiaggia Xerokampos

Xerocambos, Crete 720 59 Greece
Excellent
82%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 208 reviews

Spiaggia Xerokampos

Reviewed By mojius13

Definitely worth the long drive Xerokampos is not a single beach but rather a series of beaches for every taste. We ended up at the large organised beach that was accessible and very friendly for kids. Clear shallow water and sandy beaches were perfect for the little ones.

2. Erimoupolis Beach

Sitia, Crete 72300 Greece http://www.allincrete.com/erimoupolis-beach/
Excellent
81%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 121 reviews

Erimoupolis Beach

The Erimoupoli beach located 26km east of Sitia , just north of the famous palm forest of Vai . The name takes the ancient city of Itanos , which remains in the area. Next to the archaeological site of Itanos are the three consecutive bays with equal number of Erimoupolis beaches.

Reviewed By renzoc_12 - Siena, Italy

we don't know Paradise but we have been at Erimoupolis and we think that could be better. The two beaches are so clean and water is wonderful, in the smaller one the sand is soft and the near ruins are very interesting, If you go to Vai I suggest to spend some other time in Erimoupolis that is very close to the famous Palm Beach.

3. Lassithi Plateau

Crete 72052 Greece +30 281 026 2455 http://www.dimosoropediou.gr/
Excellent
50%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 995 reviews

Lassithi Plateau

This flat stretch of land high up in the mountains of Crete is rumored to be the birthplace of Zeus.

Reviewed By StefanieinCrete

family trip, it was a hole day trip with cloudy weather, perfect place so nice view, good food, any time was so good. what else do you need?

4. Glika Nera Beach

Chora Sfakia, Sfakia, Crete 730 11 Greece
Excellent
76%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 169 reviews

Glika Nera Beach

5. Amazonas Park

3rd Km Neapoli - Kourounes, Kourounes, Crete 724 00 Greece +30 2841 031182 [email protected] http://www.crete-guide.info/Amazonas_Park.htm
Excellent
65%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 434 reviews

Amazonas Park

Animal Park specialized in upkeep of endangered parrots.

Reviewed By senorblunders - Vale of Glamorgan, United Kingdom

This is a pretty little zoo containing mainly parrots and some pretty monkeys and goats. It’s well-kept and there is a very relaxed and slow vibe - so quite nice to spend an hour there. And there’s a breezy snack bar with hammock chairs. BUT, you’ll also get the opportunity at 1pm to feed the macaques and the lemurs. The lemurs will jump on your shoulders and rummage in your fruit pot for banana and other treats. Your face will be a picture. They are the gentlest and softest creatures, and they currently have little babies that you can also feed. If you listen carefully to the keepers’ instructions and follow them, you’ll have a blissful half hour with these gorgeous creatures. I’ll never forget it.

6. Peristeras Beach

Ierapetra, Crete Greece http://www.webcrete.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=1137&Itemid=131
Excellent
63%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
13%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 8 reviews

Peristeras Beach

7. Ammoudi Beach

Akti Stilianoy Koundourou, Agios Nikolaos, Crete 591 00 Greece
Excellent
47%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 359 reviews

Ammoudi Beach

Reviewed By MadalinaP73

We have been coming to Crete for the past 15 years and we traveled all around the island until...we found Agios Nikolaos and Ammoudi Beach. We fell in love with the place. Apart from the amazing scenery, we were attracted by the water sports activities. Amoudi Water Sports is run by the nicest family and it is because of them that we keep coming back. They made our holidays a wonderful experience making us feel like we are part of the family. Every year we have a lot of fun riding the sofa or using the jetski, kayak or SUP. All these are and were done with complete compliance with the rules and regulations. Nikos and Manos are always alert and keeping an eye on what is happening on the beach and we always felt safe there, especially this year!

8. Makrigialos Beach

Makry-Gialos, Crete 70255 Greece
Excellent
56%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 227 reviews

Makrigialos Beach

Reviewed By Mazmatti - Birmingham, United Kingdom

I visited Crete for the first time this year. The purpose of my visit was to attend my sisters wedding. We stayed in a superb Airbnb in Limassol which was a few miles from We visited MakryGialos almost daily. The service around the tavernas were so welcoming, exceptionally clean and the food was good value for beach snacks and lunches. Dimitri was a perfect host. The beach was beautiful, the waters clear and shallow. Perfect place for family with small children or non swimmers who could happily float comfortably. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here and will definitely visit again.

9. Almyros Beach

P.E.O. Irakliou-Agiou Nikolaou, Agios Nikolaos, Crete 721 00 Greece
Excellent
50%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 301 reviews

Almyros Beach

Reviewed By kirsty8644 - Chichester, United Kingdom

Had a lovely day here,toilet cafe and water sports available,there's a river that flows into ocean on right hand end and the water is like ice????,however come away from that and the water is warm,beach is clean and not over crowded,we went by car so not sure of any buses, it really is beautiful, would love to go back and would highly recommend ❤????????????

10. Koutsounari beach

Epar.Od. Ierapetras - Sitias, Koutsounari, Ierapetra, Crete 722 00 Greece http://www.kakkosbay.com
Excellent
59%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 228 reviews

Koutsounari beach

Reviewed By 512veganf

Koutsounari beach did not disappoint. The water was crystal clear and refreshing, the sand beautiful and it is a very quiet beach. Highly recommended.

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