Meganisi island is only six kilometres from Nidri (Lefkas)
by ferry. The
ferry operates every day, but there are more services in the summer.
From Nidri the ferry usually goes first to Spilia Bay, below the
village of Spartohori - this takes about 20 minutes. It then continues
along the North coast of Meganissi Island to the village of Vathi (about 10 minutes) before returning
to Nidri.
With a population of less than 2000 people, the Island of
Meganisi offers complete relaxation in a typical Greek atmosphere.
Here, there is no need to fill your days with activities. Laze by a
beautiful pool with lovely views over the surrounding countryside;
take a slow stroll down to the beach, or sip an Ouzo with the locals
in the village taverna.
If you do feel more energetic, there are various walks and cycle rides
around the Island varying from the good coast road connecting the
villages of Katomeri, Vathi and Spartohori to a variety of footpaths
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| The ferry from Nidri arrives in
Spilia |
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Spartohori village is on a hill
above Spilia |
Spartohori, perched high above Spilia Bay, has a couple of minimarkets,
little shops and tavernas. Reached by a 10 minute walk up the road or
steps from the ferry port, it has spectacular views across the sea to the mountains of the
mainland. Spilia Bay has a harbour which is popular with yachts and
passing flotillas, and a couple of efficient tavernas. At the end of
the bay is a nice beach and a waterfront taverna.
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| The beautiful crystal clear water
at Spilia |
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The ferry continues to Vathi |
Vathi is a tiny port on the Northeast coast of Meganisi. In a
sheltered position at the end of an inlet, it has a few waterfront
tavernas that are ideal for sitting with a drink and a Greek salad and
watching the ferry and fishing boats come and go.
Katomeri is only 1 km inland from Vathi but offers a taste of 'real
Greece'; a truly traditional village with a few friendly tavernas, a
bakery, and a tiny petrol station.
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| The tranquil fishing village of
Vathi is a good place for fresh fish |
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Take a stroll 1km inland to
Katomeri, with its petrol station and a few friendly tavernas |
Accommodation on Meganisi
Meganisi is a small island. It has a wide selection of hotels, rooms,
apartments and villas, but they fill up very quickly in the summer. It
is a good idea to reserve in advance. Here is a selection:
Click below for:
Meganisi car hire:
Local car
hire prices for Meganisi
Taxis to Meganisi:
Preveza and Athens
Airport taxis to Nidri ferry port for Meganisi
Learn to sail: 2 day Learn to
Sail course (based in Nidri)
Meganisi real estate:
Land and Houses for sale on Meganisi
Island
Motorboat and speedboat rental on Meganisi:
Rent a
motorboat or speedboat on Meganisi
