Dodecanese

Best Beaches in Karpathos

Apella

The postcard beach. A pebble cove with towering cliffs, turquoise water, and a small cantina. One of Greece's most photographed beaches.

Sandy cove with a chapel on the rocks. Shallow and sheltered, ideal for families. Has a taverna.

Wild, untouched, and harder to reach via a dirt road. A long pebble beach with dramatic cliffs and no facilities — bring supplies.

A long stretch of sand and pebbles with tamarisk trees, several tavernas, and a few accommodation options. Sheltered and popular with families.

Long sandy beach with natural shade from tamarisk trees, calm waters, and excellent sunset views from the waterfront tavernas.

A long sandy beach near Pigadia, popular with windsurfers due to the reliable wind. Has sunbeds and water sports facilities.