City break in Agistri Island. Active leisure ideas for Agistri Island - attractions, recreation and nightlife

Agistri is a small island. Despite the fact, that it is situated near the largest Greek seaport Piraeus, not many tourists come here. Agistri is a perfect place for long walks because it is too small that you can't get lost here. Moreover, you can get to most places here on foot because the island is too small and all the footpaths are well-groomed here. There is only one route of public transport on the island and locals prefer to walk in spite of driving cars.

Small well-groomed paths link Megalochori (or Milos), Skala, Metoxi and Limenaria with all the main historical and natural objects. You can reach all the beaches on foot, except those, where you can get only by the sea. There are wonderful picturesque beaches on the island. A secluded Dragonera beach with pebble bottom and crystal water, Aponisos with unusual blue green water, small and romantic Chalikiada and empty Scliri will attract tourists with different tastes. Skala is considered to be the best beach on the island, according to some reasons. There is a long cape, where you can go in the water and enjoy amazing views. Moreover, there is a port where you can go on a sea excursion. Megalochori is a long and sandy beach. There are a lot of taverns on its coast.

Be sure to spend a few hours to sail around the island on a rented boat. You will enjoy the virgin nature of Agistri and get the opportunity to swim in the tiny secluded bays, which can be reached only by water. You can go to any of the nearby islands or spend a couple of days on a voyage to the mainland. There are only six dozen kilometres between Agistri and Athens. Fishermen will definitely like the idea to rent a boat. You can go fishing from the shore of the island, but fishing in the open sea gives a very different feeling. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Fans of water activities won't be bored here too. You can find water skiing and water slides on Skala. Moreover, you can try your hand in sailing. Agistri is also popular among windsurfers. You can rent all the necessary equipment or undergo training with an experienced instructor.

There are also several diving centres on the island. The water is warm from June to October here. Good visibility, picturesque sea views, rich underwater world and warm water is the reason why divers from all over the world come on Agistri. If you want, there is a chance to start scuba diving from the beginning and get an international certificate. You can buy or rent diving equipment. If you desire to explore the underwater world but diving is not interesting for you, try snorkelling. You don’t have to get a certificate and there are a lot of secluded places on the island, where you can swim and get to know to the underwater world of Agistri.

Horse riding is a very popular activity on the island. It is a great chance to combine communication with animals with walking and admiring the nature of picturesque Agistri. Moreover, you can take individual or group riding classes. Locals instructors speak English, they are very patient and always ready to help you.