Kalamaki

Kalamaki is a small village, situated at the sparsely populated south coast of central Crete - at the edge of the Messara between Agia Galini and Matala, directly on the Libyan sea.
Kalamaki, Agios Ioannis and Kamilari form a community and have about 450 inhabitants together. The village nearest town is Timbaki (6 km) and a little further away is Mires (15 km). In Kalamaki you will find all the small things of daily use in holiday, there are mini markets, a bakery, shops and beach needs, newspapers, etc. In Timbaki and Mires there’s a bigger range of shopping possibilities available, if you need something special. There are also doctors of various specialties and pharmacies, a hospital, banks as well as a post office can be found.

The weather here is at its best nearly all year with an average of 12 hours sunshine per day during the summer months.
Kalamaki is situated in a delightful, unspoiled landscape on a mile-long quiet sandy beach. The sunsets are spectacular over the uninhabited islands of Paximadia. Kalamaki is especially suited to individuals and all travelers who are interested in meeting people.

You will find hospitality and warmth in the small tavernas, all in quiet settings on the beach promenade. All the tavernas offer traditional freshly cooked Greek food (not easily found in the busier tourist resorts) and guests are welcome to use sun beds and umbrellas free of charge.
The daily fresh fish is a particular delight, as well as the typical Cretan dishes cooked in casseroles from the oven. The Greeks are famous for the many different small appetizers (called « mezes »), which are placed in the middle of the table, allowing you to sample the true taste of Greece.

Kalamaki is reached via a well-developed road – which ends in the village - keeping it free from through traffic- and making it an ideal place for families with children. Your kids can play relaxed on the beach while you enjoy in one of the taverns and cafes a coffee or a glass of wine.

On the beach of Kalamaki during the summer months, you can sometimes observe Carretta-Carretta turtles, which lay their eggs in the warm sand.

It is not unusual to meet the same holiday guests year after year, once they have discovered this beautiful part of our world, they always return. We are sure you will come back, too!

The surrounding area and nature of the island offers also during the winter and spring months a special and unique appeal. During this time you will find a charming vegetation, unique plants and herbs, which only grow during these months and the hills are bathed in fresh green.

We are always glad to give help and advice to make the most of your visit to Kalamaki.