Secret Beaches of South Crete | Alianthos Garden Hotel

During this day-trip the group discovers 3 beautiful and quiet beaches, which are only reachable by boat or by feet, far away from crowded hot spots. An adventure that will create unforgettable memories.
An experienced skipper spends the day with them, who for sure has some stories and secrets to share. The beaches have no boat docks so the participants enjoy the refreshing sea with a jump in the water and swim the last meters to the beach. Nevertheless the skipper transports bags and the picnic baskets with a dry-bag to the beach.
The name Domata (meaning “roofs”) comes from the staggered arrangement of conglomerate rocks that remind of huge walls. The beach is beautiful with fine pebbles and crystal clear blue waters.
Kalogeros is a perfect beach with deep blue water and fine dark gray pebbles. The name Kalogeros comes from the greek word καλόγερος which means monk. The beach is named after a huge vertical rock that reminds of a monk, which is located in the sea.
Agios Pavlos is one incredible beach at Selouda bay. The beach is covered by clear gray and brown sand and is hidden inside a beautiful small pine forest. Of course, there are no amenities closeby, except a small tavern where you can get water and food. The name Agios Pavlos comes from the very old Byzantine church of Saint Paul that was built at the place Selouda. The church is on the spot where Saint Paul reportedly baptised people on his way to Rome. It is a very picturesque small church, built on the beach using stones from the beach itself.