Double Bay Beach Hotel
Double Bay Beach Hotel · Елафонисос · 1 bedroom · 1 bathroom
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How do I get to Елафонисос?
Elafonisos heliport is listed as a heliport with VFR traffic in the Greek AIP amendment. Ferry timetable for the Pounta–Elafonisos route published as a 2025 July-August PDF by the ferry operator.
How do I get around Елафонисос?
The municipality states that bicycles or motorbikes can be rented from a local business on the island. The municipality’s official page points visitors to a car-rental service for reaching Elafonisos.
What can I do in Елафонисос?
Lefki Beach is featured among Elafonisos’ beaches and is part of the island’s beach network. Kalogeras is listed among the official beaches on Elafonisos’ Beaches page.
Which cultural places should I know in Елафонисос?
The municipality describes Elafonisos as an island with rare natural and underwater cultural heritage. Elafonisos is presented as a place with rich cultural history and notable natural and archaeological heritage.
Which sights and day trips are around Елафонисос?
Stroggyli Lake is an important wetland with notable habitats and natural surroundings. Elafonisos offers day trips to nearby shores and attractions, with departures from Neapolis port (Monemvasia).
Which local food and products should I look for in Елафонисос?
Characteristic dishes include fish soup, octopus, lobster pasta, and shrimp pasta. Local cuisine is based on fishing, local production, and fresh fish.
Getting there
Compare road access, intercity buses, rail where available and the airport serving Елафонисос. Recheck official sources for current timetables before travelling.
Airports
Elafonisos Heliport (AIP reference)
Elafonisos heliport is listed as a heliport with VFR traffic in the Greek AIP amendment.
Ferries
Ferry Timetable Pounta–Elafonisos (PDF 2025)
Ferry timetable for the Pounta–Elafonisos route published as a 2025 July-August PDF by the ferry operator.
Access to Elafonisos via Pounta Ferry
Travelers reach Elafonisos by road to Pounta and then by ferry to Elafonisos, as outlined by local authorities and official pages.
No ferry link with other ports
The municipality states that Elafonisos has no scheduled ferry connection with any other port.
Ferry connection from Pounta
Elafonisos is connected with Pounta by vehicle ferries and small passenger boats.
Intercity buses
Access by intercity bus
The municipality lists intercity buses among the road-access options for reaching Pounta and Elafonisos.
Ports
Pounta as gateway to Elafonisos
Pounta serves as the main access gateway with Ro-Pax ships and dinghies to the island.
Road access
In-island transport limitations
There is no public transport on the island; visitors move by car, taxi, or private boat.
Road access to Elafonisos
Access is mainly by road to Pounta (the port/landing), where a Ro-Pax or dinghy transfer brings you to the island.
Road Access to Elafonisos
Road access to Pounta and ferry connection to Elafonisos, with contact details and schedules provided by the municipality.
Road access reaches Pounta
Road access to Elafonisos reaches Pounta, where visitors continue by ferry boat.
Getting around
Local buses, taxis, transfers, rentals, parking, walking and other practical ways to move around Елафонисос.
Bike rental
Bikes and motorbikes from local businesses
The municipality states that bicycles or motorbikes can be rented from a local business on the island.
Car rental
Car-rental option
The municipality’s official page points visitors to a car-rental service for reaching Elafonisos.
Local buses
No local public transport
The municipality states that there is no public transport within the island.
Parking
Parking options near access to Elafonisos
Drive to Pounta and use sea transportation; on-island parking options are mainly tied to local providers.
Taxi
Access by private taxi
Elafonisos can be approached by road using a private taxi to Pounta.
Transfers
KTEL schedules to Pounta/Lakonias
Intercity KTEL schedules to Pounta (Laconia) provide access to Elafonisos; official KTEL sources carry schedules and ticket info.
Essentials & services
Useful numbers, emergency services, health, tourist information, accessibility and public services. Specific details include their source.
🆘 112 · European emergency number
24/7 and free. Connects to Police, Fire Service, EKAB ambulance and Coast Guard.
👮 100 · Police emergency response
For immediate police intervention throughout Greece.
🚑 166 · EKAB ambulance
For emergency medical help and transport.
🔥 199 · Fire Service
To report a fire. In immediate danger also use 112.
🛟 108 · Hellenic Coast Guard
For emergencies at ports or at sea.
🧳 1571 · Tourist Police
Tourist Police service line.
Beaches & activities
Beaches, hiking, water activities, boat trips, diving and family options in Елафонисос.
Beaches
Lefki Beach
Lefki Beach is featured among Elafonisos’ beaches and is part of the island’s beach network.
Kalogeras Beach
Kalogeras is listed among the official beaches on Elafonisos’ Beaches page.
Panagia Beach
Panagia Beach is among the accessible beach options on the western side of Elafonisos.
Pounta & Pavlopetri
Pounta is paired with Pavlopetri, an area known for its beach and underwater archaeological site accessible from the island.
Kontogoni Beach
Kontogoni is one of Elafonisos’s beaches highlighted on the official beaches list.
Simos Beach (Simos)
The iconic Simos Beach is the island’s most famous shore, famed for its white sands and turquoise waters.
Boat trips
Elafonisos - Simos boat routes
Voyage routes that are worth seeing, including Elafonisos - Simos.
Karantrea Cave by tourist boat
Karantrea Cave on the island’s southern side is accessible only by sea and is described as a stop during short cruises by tourist boats.
Family activities
Pedal boat with slide
Elafonisos Watersports describes a pedal boat with slide at Simos for 2–6 people as a family-friendly activity.
Hiking
Settlement of Elafonisos - Vigla - Vardia hiking route
Hiking path from the settlement toward Vigla and Vardia, listed as a recommended trail.
Katonisi - Agliftis hiking trail
Recommended hiking route from Katonisi to Agliftis, exploring western beaches and coastal scenery.
Outdoor activities
NATURA 2000 site GR2540002 protection
The island area designated as NATURA 2000 site GR2540002 under Council Directive 92/43/EEC.
Elafonisos cycling routes
Official cycling routes including Elafonisos - Elafonisos Panagia and Elafonisos - Simos - Sarakiniko.
Water sports
Canoe and SUP
Available non-motorized options include canoe and SUP, combining light exercise with beach exploration.
Water sports
A local water-sports business offers activities including jet ski, waterski, wakeboard, canoe, SUP, banana catamaran, and a pedal boat with slide.
Culture & history
Museums, archaeological sites, monuments, religious sites and cultural venues. Confirm hours and tickets with the official source before visiting.
Archaeological sites
Underwater cultural heritage
The municipality describes Elafonisos as an island with rare natural and underwater cultural heritage.
An island with rich cultural history
Elafonisos is presented as a place with rich cultural history and notable natural and archaeological heritage.
Cultural phases represented at Pavlopetri
The official tourism portal associates Pavlopetri with Bronze Age, Minoan, Mycenaean and Cycladic cultural phases.
Archaeological heritage of Pavlopetri
Findings at Pavlopetri indicate that the area has been inhabited since ancient times.
Pavlopetri: a submerged prehistoric town
Pavlopetri is associated with traces of a prehistoric settlement and habitation dating to the Neolithic period.
Cultural venues
Local cultural institutions of Elafonisos
The island's cultural institutions include activities, events, and experiential programs that showcase local heritage for visitors to engage with the place.
Events
Long-standing local traditions
Elafonisos maintains local traditions with many years of history that form part of its island identity.
Museums
Museal references in the area
Although the island itself has limited permanent museum facilities, cultural interests are tied to archaeological finds and exhibits managed by the Ministry of Culture in nearby Peloponnese sites.
Religious sites
Sacred sites and historic churches
Elafonisos hosts historic churches and religious sites, reflecting the island's religious tradition across the centuries.
Sights & day trips
Landmarks, villages, nature, viewpoints, protected areas and day-trip ideas around Елафонисос.
Day trips
Stroggyli Lake – important wetland
Stroggyli Lake is an important wetland with notable habitats and natural surroundings.
Day trips and nearby attractions
Elafonisos offers day trips to nearby shores and attractions, with departures from Neapolis port (Monemvasia).
Day-trip sights around Elafonisos (Kissamos region)
Nearby attractions and beaches suitable for a day trip from Elafonisos.
Landmarks
Traditional churches and monuments
Historical churches and monuments reflect the island’s Byzantine and older architectural heritage.
Nature
Pavlopetri – ancient submerged city
Pavlopetri, the ancient submerged city off Elafonisos, is a major archaeological site dating back millennia.
Nature of Elafonisos – NATURA 2000 site
Elafonisos' natural environment is part of NATURA 2000 with rare habitats and endemic species between Lefki and Simos beaches.
Protected areas
NATURA 2000 zones and protected areas
The island falls within NATURA 2000 protection zones with rich fauna and flora.
Elafonisos Local Protected Area (NATURA 2000)
Protected coastal and marine ecosystems with notable biodiversity around Elafonisos.
Scenic routes
Scenic routes with sea views
Coastal scenic routes and short hikes along bays and rocky coasts with expansive sea views.
Viewpoints
Scenic viewpoints overlooking the Mediterranean
Selected viewpoints on the island offer excellent panorama over the sea and surrounding coastlines, ideal for photos and tranquil walks.
Villages
Elafonisos Village – the island’s center
The village of Elafonisos sits at the heart of the island, embodying local culture and nautical history.
Elafonisos Settlement
The island’s only settlement is centred around the harbour and includes waterfront areas such as Kontogoni.
Food & gastronomy
Local products, markets, culinary traditions, wineries and food experiences. Specific information includes its source.
Food experiences
Local seafood dishes
Characteristic dishes include fish soup, octopus, lobster pasta, and shrimp pasta.
Seafood culinary tradition
Local cuisine is based on fishing, local production, and fresh fish.
Local products
Bread and rusks
Traditional baked goods include eftazima and rusks with anise.
Thyme honey
Local beekeeping mainly produces thyme honey.
Olive oil and olives
The island produces olive oil and olives, with about 500 stremmata of olive groves.
Fish and seafood
Fish and seafood are a central part of the local diet.
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