National park
Samaria Gorge
Chania, Greece
One of Europe's famous hiking gorges, a long walk through cliffs to the sea.
Beach · Greece · Crete
Balos Lagoon
A shallow turquoise lagoon at the north-west tip of Crete.
about 4 h
For storytellers
Why Balos Lagoon matters
Balos is a lagoon of shallow, turquoise water and pale sand beside a wild cape. The colours are extraordinary on a calm day. Most visitors come by boat from Kissamos, and some drive and walk down a rough path. Bring water, sun protection and plan for crowds in summer.
Talking points
- The water is shallow and turquoise.
- Boats run from Kissamos.
- The wind can change conditions quickly.
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Good to know: Check ferry operations and wind conditions; the road to the car park is rough.
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