Activities & Sightseeing

Karpathos island has to offer a large variety of recreational activities and sites of interest. Although there are plenty of nice beaches(more than 75) the island has to offer more than relax on the beach. Karpathos is a great place many activities such as surfing, diving, hiking, long walks, bicycle rides and many more.

Karpathos mountainous tracks are ideal for hiking, and numerous suggested treks, southern plains and rough cliffs on the north of the part, can be followed by the visitors where they can uncover real hidden treasures. For the funs of the hardest form of hiking, mountain climbing in Karpathos give the chance to climber's to conquer many unique peaks.

The particularly clean Karpathian sea and the huge wealth of the deep are a pole of attraction for visitors wishing to benefit from the magic of underwater exploration. A diving school operates in the Island under special license of the Greek Ministry.

Sailing to Karpathos is an amazing dock and worthy of exploration. The island is very seldom visited by yachts and is isolated. The very few anchorages, the rugged, rocky and windy, but also surrounded by wild beauty keep it a little apart from normal sailing-tourists.

Finally folklore is a unique treasure. The customs of Karpathos pass on from generation to generation unaltered and people follow the ceremony of the celebrations with reverence. Visitors discover music, traditional farming activities and traditional festivals that take place all year around.