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Zakynthos
Zakynthos Information
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Zakynthos holidays
Gentle Zakynthos, also called Zante, lies to the south of Kefalonia and enjoys a superb and temperate climate. Measuring some 19 kms by 38 kms, it is a lush fertile island, given largely to agriculture and an unhurried rural way of life.
Wild and mountainous in the north and west, the contrasting central and southern plain is a delightful mix of shady olive groves, fertile valleys and vineyards. In springtime the hillsides are ablaze with wild flowers, and enormous brightly coloured butterflies can be seen everywhere. The Venetians romantically called the island Il Fiore de Levante (‘the flower of the east’), a name which would not be undeserved even today.
The south lays claim to the island’s best sandy beaches, many of which lie within the Marine Park set up to protect the nesting grounds of the endangered loggerhead turtle. Gerakas in the south-east is the focus of such conservation measures and the Turtle Information Centre here is a must-visit.
Holidays In Zakynthos
Laid back Limni Keri is a small seaside village tucked away on the western side of Laganas Bay and enjoys fine views to the island of Marathonissi. The area holds most appeal for families and couples of all nationalities desiring a tranquil, very Greek escape in unspoiled rural surroundings, close to a beach. Its beach is long (albeit narrow), mainly sandy and shelves very gently into a safe sheltered sea.
The village has some half-dozen authentic local restaurants, a café and mini-market or two, and even a bakery. Backed by a green valley (once a lake, now a nature reserve), with wooded hills to either side, there are some good walking opportunities, perhaps to the traditional village of Keri a few kilometres inland - we can provide a leaflet detailing seven local walks on request (free of charge). Boats will take you to explore the nearby Keri Caves and Marathonissi (turtle island), motorboats may be rented by the hour and there are a couple of dive schools.
A wide range of flghts on various days from Gatwick, Manchester, Bristol, Birmingham and other regional airports - please enquire. Then 30 mins by private taxi to your accommodation.
We can arrange car hire for you on Zakynthos.
We are represented by our local agents based in Limni Keri.
