Zakynthos Blue Caves

Location: Agios Nikolaos Shinari

Blue Caves in Zakynthos: The land of Zakynthos is quite mountainous, and just like the rest of the Ionian Islands, there are a number of fertile valleys and green plains that depict superb landscapes on the island. The island's coasts are vast as well as craggy and rocky on the north. On the other hand, the beaches are sandy in the southern area, hosting many gulfs such as the Laganas Gulf. The beauty of this area gives a great boost to the tour industry, to the point of becoming an extremely popular destination.

However, it is on the west coast where Zakynthos offers one of its most stunning views: the blue caves. They are also known as the blue caves of Volimes, the picturesque village where they are located. This area is wilder, more rural, and less transited than the others mentioned above. In fact, the blue caves are only accessible by the sea. Yet, this fact has not stopped them from being one of the main attractions of this Greek island, especially at certain times of the day.

The distinctive element of the blue caves is that they reflect the vibrating and striking blue color of the waters in them, which at the same time capture and reflect the shine of the limpid sky reflected on their surface. This succession of bright reflections creates an almost magical atmosphere that is better appreciated at sunrise or sunset.
The biggest is called Cyan Cave (Kianon Spileon).

There are many boats available for rent in the main port of Zakynthos for tourists to get to the blue caves.

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More info about the Blue Caves

The blue caves also have interesting arches created by erosion over thousands of years, which allow for going through these caves and getting surrounded by this surreal environment. However, there is one way of being part of that marvelous scenery apart from getting surrounded by the cave's arches: diving.

The place is the soft spot for those who visit Zante and enjoy diving. Getting into these waters in order to experience and investigate the greatness of the blue caves really makes this trip a once-in-a-lifetime experience. In addition, once under the water, the darkness in many of the caves seems to be interrupted by some rays of light that dye the waters with turquoise shades, creating an imposing effect.
These kinds of experiences usually remind the visitor of the many palaces, myths and fantastic literary characters and scenarios that characterize the Greek art manifestations, and it turns obvious where the inspiration of ancient artists came from. No matter who the trip is shared with, a good camera will be your best friend during your visit to the blue caves of Zakynthos.

For those who are not fond of diving, this trip is a good excuse to sail, as well as to get away from the town and enjoy this peaceful place with such stunning views.