🏖️ Apella Beach in Karpathos is considered the most beautiful beach on the island.
💧 Boasting crystal-clear serene waters and surrounded by lush mountains, it's a must-visit destination.
✨ Experience the most beautiful beach in Karpathos
💎 Swim in crystal-clear waters
⛰️ Enjoy stunning mountain scenery
🩱 Relax on a large pebbled beach with sunbeds and umbrellas available
🚶♀️ Hike to Mikri Apella, a secluded nudist beach
📍 Located on the eastern shores of Karpathos Island, between Agios Nikolaos and Achata beaches.
🚗 By car: Well-marked road with scenic views. Use GPS coordinates 35.604541, 27.156564.
🚌 By bus: KTEL bus from Pigadia (island's capital) three days a week during high season (inbound 9:30 am, return 4:00/4:30 pm).
⛵ By boat: Excursions available from Pigadia port.
🅿️ Parking is available on the narrow road leading to the beach.
⚠️ Arrive early during peak hours as spots fill up quickly.
🚶♀️ A panoramic walk downwards leads to a staircase descending to the beach.
🍔 A restaurant is located above Apella Beach, serving traditional Greek and Italian dishes.
📉 Food quality and service can be underwhelming; visit with curbed expectations.
🥗 Bringing your own food, snacks, and refreshments is a recommended option.
🩴 Beach shoes (for pebble beaches)
🧴 Sunscreen (body & facial)
👒 Sun hat & stylish sunglasses
👜 Beach bag & towel
👕 Long-sleeved UV sun protection shirt
⛺ Beach tent (for personal shade, as natural shade is limited until late afternoon)
🅿️ Parking can be challenging during peak times
🍽️ Restaurant food quality may not meet expectations
💰 Sunbeds and umbrellas cost 20€ for a couple
☀️ Limited natural shade until around 4:00 pm
⚠️ Hiking trail to Mikri Apella is a bit technical