Things to Do in Paxos: The Complete Guide to the Island

The dramatic cliffs and sea caves of the Paxos coast

For a small island, Paxos offers a wealth of notable things to do, all centred on its beautiful sea, green olive groves and pretty harbour villages. The essential experiences are on the water: boat trips to the dramatic blue caves and the turquoise beaches of Antipaxos. Swimming and snorkelling in crystal-clear coves. Hiring a self-drive … Read more

Paxos Blue Caves: The Sea Caves and How to Visit Them by Boat

Excursion boat beneath the white cliffs and blue caves of the Paxos west coast

The Paxos blue caves are the spectacular sea caves and grottoes carved into the steep white cliffs of the island’s west coast. Where towering limestone walls plunge into deep, luminous blue water. Reached only from the sea, they are the scenic highlight of a boat trip around Paxos. Admired for the extraordinary way sunlight turns … Read more

Paxos Boat Trips: Self-Drive Hire, Cruises and the Best Routes

Boats and yachts moored along the harbour quay at Gaios on Paxos

Paxos boat trips are the best way to discover an island whose finest beaches, sea caves and neighbouring islet of Antipaxos can only be reached from the water. Whether you hire a small self-drive boat for the day, no licence needed. Or join an organised cruise with a skipper, a day on the sea is … Read more