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KalamakiLocation: In the resort of Kalamaki , a couple of kilometres from the airport and fairly close to both Argassi and Laganas Getting There: Main roads leading from all the other resorts and Zakynthos town. You can walk along the beach from Laganas Access: Three roads lead down to the beach, the one closest to the airport runway has no steps or steep ramps Sunbeds: Yes, although they are limited in number and there are plenty of places where you can lie on the sand Showers: Only in nearby hotels Toilets: The marine park provide portaloo facilities otherwise you can use nearby hotels and restaurants Watersports: No, only canoes and pedalos Safe for Kids: Yes, the water remains shallow for a long way out Food & Drinks: Only a couple of places directly on the beach, but there are others nearby Turtles: Yes, turtles often come into the shallow water Seaweed: It doesn't grow on the sandy bottom, but stormy weather can deposit a lot of weed on the beach Sand or Pebbles: Fine sand Car Parking: Usually easy to park close to the beach
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Zakynthos Beaches:
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Kalamaki Beach
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(Beaches on Zante)
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9/10 |
Pete Harris (October 09, 2009) |
| Great beach and I like the little round balls that wash up all the time. |
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10/10 |
Julie Taylor (July 21, 2009) |
 lovely sandy beach,the turtles are here so you can't be walking across the back of the beach because of their nests, there are a few beds,50 approx if you want 1 you need to be down the before 12, its only 7euros for 2 beds,a brolly and a table, i didn't get down in time to make use of them, had to make do with a lilo and parasol, if nyou join the beach at the main entrance go right its quieter and you get more space, you are right in the flight path but i enjoy watching the planes. |
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10/10 |
amanda larsen (September 17, 2008) |
| Brill beach, we visited everyday and i hate the beach normally, the sea's so inviting and you can go about 3oo yards befor it even starts to get deep and im 6ft and my partner is terrified of the sea and he was in there befor i was. |
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10/10 |
gillian moss (June 10, 2008) |
First time to Kalamaki for me 8th time for my boyfriend we spaent a day on the beach had a great day there lovely beach and so the sea!!
Gillian and Dave june 08 |
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10/10 |
Rebekah D (May 11, 2008) |
I spent around a week there and had the most amazing time.
It was so relaxing and such a nice break from school and work!
I recommend...
Melon Bar: super fun, well priced bar with great drinks, great bartenders/owners that will entertain you and give you shots on the house!
Sofias Hotel: Just the nicest, kindest staff. Family-run and very original.
Tazie's: Great food. Had my first gyro there and he made it just as I wished!
Ken with Eurosky travel: The nicest, friendliest, genuine guy. You tell him what you want to do...he doesn't try and sell you. Very helpful and sweet.
xoxo |
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10/10 |
Adam Endean (March 10, 2008) |
KALAMAKI IS AN EXCERLENT PLACE FOR PLANE SPOTTERS AND PEOPLE WHO WANT TO GET AWAY FROM THE STRESSES OF WRK, EERYTHING IS AT KALAMAKI; PUBS, CLUBS, HOTELS, VILLAS,SHOPS, RESTRAUNTS (INCLUDING ENGLISH AND GREEK FOOD) EVEN A GO KART TRACK, YOU NAME IT THEY HAVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!
NOTHING CAN DESCRIBE HOW GOOD THIS HOLIDAY IS!!!!!!!!! |
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10/10 |
bill OBrien (February 13, 2008) |
Xuguang - Kalamaki is a five minute drive from the airport and should cost about 10 euro in a taxi. As can be seen from the previous posting the planes fly over the edge of Kalamaki.I have been going to Zante for over 20 years and I am sure you will enjoy it. I always stay in Tsilivi but have visited Kalamaki many times over the years. If I was to consider staying in another resort it would be high on my list. |
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9/10 |
Dave Falconer (July 13, 2007) |
this beach was only 3 minutes from the hotel and had 3 glorious, relaxing days on the beach.
need to go early in the morning around 9.00 to get the best sunbeds by the front (as rear sunbeds - require you walk across the burning sands from the sea).
the beds only cost 7 eurs for the day for 2 sunbeds, parosole and small table - well worth the money.
the sea was fantastic - soon warming up during the day and never got that deep till a long way out - so safe for kids.
note that when the tide is going out (well never actually looks as if it is coming in or out) be aware that inflatible lilos etc can quickly drift out to sea (saw one quicky disappear as kids jumped off) one day and adults unable to retrieve it.
so do not go asleep as you will be treading water with the cruise boats lol
it was also a nice distraction to have sellers walking by touting there wares - would recommend the fresh fruit woman - she almost sings her sales pitch "fresh fruit salad - fresh fruit salad - only 3 euros" - we had some and very nice and refreshing on a hot day.
when you need more refreshment - just behind you is the kalamaki beach taverna which can cater for all your needs (see my other comments on this taverna).
the planes do fly low over the sea into kalamaki but for me it was an interesting sight to see and did not distract me at all from the beach or kalamaki.
watch out!! low flying plane
looking towards laganos
looking towards crystal beach
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10/10 |
mandy mason (June 08, 2007) |
Have just been to Kalamaki for the second year running, the beach is amazing, nice and safe for my two children aged 2 and 11 very shallow water all the way out. Small fish come right up to the shore and will take bread from your hand. Take out a pedalo and watch the turtles (only 50-100metres out) they will swim along side you and pop their heads out to say hello its amazing. the water is very clear and nice and warm |
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| Sand : | Good | | Safe Swimming : | Excellent | | Good for Kids : | Excellent | | Posing Potential : | Excellent |
| Shaun Carlin (October 27, 2006) |
For all you who moan about the dark sand, visit Zakynthos in May and go diving to see the Logger head Turtles in their natural habitat.
You may be able to understand why you cant go on the sandy beach, because the Turtles need to lay their eggs.
The sea is fantastic you can go out for a paddle and it seems to go on for ever but beware the wind can blow you out to sea if you are on a inflatable so keep an eye on the children ive seen adults being rescued by a life boat not only your precious children.
Ive not been to a resort yet were the sunbeds on the beach are free, you do have a choice sunbed, sand or Hotel pool, I prefer the view from the beach and to pay for my sunbed so stop moaning and get on with your holiday. |
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| Sand : | Excellent | | Safe Swimming : | Excellent | | Good for Kids : | Excellent | | Posing Potential : | Excellent |
| Brain & Tina Sparkle & Co (September 21, 2006) |
    This is a lovely beach. We headed for a spot about 100m towards Laganas from the Kalamaki Beach Tavern - no crowds, but you'll probably need an umbrella! You need to sit as close to the sea as possible as the turtle wardens ask you to move if you sit too far back (turtle nests are marked by metal tripods). Sea is warm with amazing underwater visibility (don't forget your snorkle or goggles). There are some large mullet about 200m offshore (only chest deep). If you want to see fish inshore, take some bread - they will soon appear. Tavern is a good place for a beer or milkshake at the end of the day.
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| Sand : | Excellent | | Safe Swimming : | Excellent | | Good for Kids : | Excellent | | Posing Potential : | Excellent |
| ian hutchison (September 11, 2006) |
we loved it,,nice sandy beach, the swimming was wonerfull, and the sea was not to deep for the kids.
this is the 5th time at kalamaki already booked to go back, |
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| Sand : | Excellent | | Safe Swimming : | Excellent | | Good for Kids : | Excellent | | Posing Potential : | Excellent |
| Kevin (August 23, 2006) |
We went to Kalamaki Beach during the first week in August, 2006. It stretches for miles but we mainly visited the area between Crystal Hotel and the lane that leads down to the Bitzaro Palace and Grand Hotels. The beach was very nice and sandy, sea was warm, clear and blue, thoroughly enjoyed it.
In answer to a previous question on this page, I heard from an English lady, now resident in Zante, that there is in fact a nudist beach just past the Crystal Hotel, heading east. |
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| Sand : | Good | | Safe Swimming : | Good | | Good for Kids : | Good | | Posing Potential : | Average |
| Laura owen (August 15, 2006) |
beach is nice here, not too busy not too quiet. True about the cig butts , but not too bad.We saw one nudist at the far end!! Few fish down that end too for snorkelling.The people who look after the turtles sites will tell you off if you sun bathe too close to the nesting sites.Water is very clear and warm (we just got back) Be careful if you sun bathe close to the waters edge there is a slight tide and the water will come over you . (be careful if you fall asleep in the sun!) |
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