Ionian Islands

Natural wonders in the Ionian Islands

The Ionian Islands feature diverse geological formations, from the subterranean Melissani Lake in Kefalonia to the 906-meter peak of Mount Pantokrator in Corfu. This selection includes the Dimosari Waterfalls in Lefkada, the WWII submarine hideout of Papanikolis Cave on Meganisi, and the Korission Lagoon’s protected wetlands. Visitors can explore limestone sea caves in Zakynthos, the archaeological Cave of Nymphs on Ithaca, and the dramatic white cliffs of Cape Drastis.

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Melissani Cave

Melissani Cave or Melissani Lake, also Melisani is a cave located on the island of Kefalonia, northwest of Sami, about 5 km Southeast of…

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Cape Drastis

Dramatic white limestone cliffs and rock formations located at the northernmost point of Corfu. Accessible via a steep walking path or by boat from nearby Sidari.

Keri cave

Series of sea caves located on the southwestern coast of Zakynthos. Accessible only by boat, the area features limestone arches and deep turquoise waters.

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Korrision Laggoon

Korission Lagoon is a coastal lagoon located in the southern part of the Greek island of Corfu, in the Ionian Sea.

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Rock arch

Natural limestone bridge and swimming area on the rugged western coast of Zakynthos, located near the village of Kiliomenos.

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Waterfalls Dimosari

Located in a shaded gorge near Nydri on Lefkada, these seasonal falls flow into a series of natural stone basins and swimming pools.

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Spelia Papanikole

The second largest sea cave in Greece, located on Meganisi. It served as a secret hideout for the Papanikolis submarine during World War II.

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Blue cave

Geological formations on the northern coast of Zakynthos known for the blue light reflected off the white limestone. Accessible only by boat.

drogarati cave

Take your children to these intriguing caves where their imagination will surely run wild! It will be a great experience for all.

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Pantokrator

Mount Pantokrator is a mountain located in north-eastern Corfu. At 906 metres, it is the highest mountain on the island.

Cave of Nymphs

Located on Ithaca and identified in Homeric legend as the place where Odysseus hid gifts from the Phaeacians. Features two distinct entrances.

Blue Cave

Large sea cave on the western coast of Paxos, accessible only by boat. Characterized by high limestone arches and clear, deep blue waters.