Are you looking for the best beaches for your next trip to Halkidiki ? Kavourotrypes or Kavourotripes beach is one of the most beautiful beaches you can find at least in Northern Greece. Turquoise waters, huge rock formations, amazing views and dreamy sunrises or sunsets are some of the reasons to add it to your list. In this, article, you will find everything you need to know about Kavourotripes beach and the best nearby places to fully enjoy your summer in Greece.
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Kavourotripes beach – the best beach in Sithonia
Things to know before visiting Kavourotripes beach
Before arriving at Kavourotrypes beach, it is important to know all the basic information. It is also called “Portokali” beach which means orange in Greek. It is located in the second peninsula of Halkidiki and its access is not so easy. This beach is quite secluded and only accessible by car. You have to drive north from Sarti (around 10 minutes) and then you will see the signs (on the left side) for Portokali beach (and not Kavourotrypes). In case you can’t find it, better ask the locals who are very friendly. Regarding the parking, you have to pay attention where you park your car. If you drive in to the beach, it’s easy to get lost ! We strongly recommend not visiting in the middle of the day, especially during peak season. It gets overcrowded after 10am.
In terms of facilities, even with a great reputation in recent years, this beach is remote. So, apart from the beach bar, it has no other facilities such as showers, changing rooms or restaurants. Another thing to keep in mind is that in the wild part of the beach nudity is common. So, this part of the beach is not recommended for families with kids !
Where to swim ?
The beach is divided into 2 parts. The right part is the wild beach where you can just put your towel and your belongings without security. The left part consists of the local beach bar where you will find sunbeds and some other facilities. Once again, keep in mind that Kavourotrypes beach is a small beach with only a beach bar. So, even if you want to chill at the beach bar, visit either in the morning or in the afternoon, otherwise it will be packed. Whichever of the 2 parts you choose, the water is simply amazing and gives the impression that you swim in some tropics. However, if you are an outdoor or photography lover, we definitely recommend the wild part of the beach. The rock formations with the dreamy waters create the perfect scenery for beautiful photos. If you are looking for the best conditions for your photos, the key is to get to the beach early in the morning or just before the sunset.
The best time to visit Kavourotripes beach
Since Kavourotripes beach is a well-known beach, it is crowded during the peak summer season. You should expect hundred of tourists this time of year, especially on weekends. The best way to avoid them is to either go on weekdays or visit it in the early morning or late afternoon. Sunrise or sunset is also the best time to visit, as the colors of the sky reflecting off the water and rocks make this beach even more beautiful. Of course, you can completely avoid the tourist crowds by visiting Kavourotripes beach during the shoulder season (spring or autumn). The water is still warm, but the beach is completely different. You will meet only a few people and have this dreamy beach all to yourself. Nothing is better than this to start or end your summer season !
Is Kavoutripes beach worth visiting ?
This beach is one of our favorite beaches not only in Halkidiki, but in Greece in general. It is not usual to have such landscapes in Greece ! Clear blue waters, rock formations and epic sunrise and sunset colors are the main reasons to add this beach to your itinerary. You should not leave Halkidiki without visiting Orange beach, even as a day trip.
Nearby places in Kavourotripes beach
1-Second peninsula of Halkidiki (Sithonia)
As we said earlier, Kavourotripes beach is located in Sithonia. So, it is the perfect opportunity to explore the other gems of this peninsula. Sithonia coast is full of amazing beaches and picturesque villages that will leave you with the best impressions ! If you want to fully experience its beauty, we suggest you take an organized tour from Thessaloniki to save time and money. But, in case you want to visit its stunning beaches for yourself, here are other must-visit beaches on the second peninsula : Nikiti beach, Toroni beach, Karydi beach and Kalamitsi beach. All have turquoise waters and beautiful surroundings !
2-First peninsula of Halkidiki (Kassandra)
Kassandra peninsula is another region of Halkidiki full of natural beauty. Since it is the first peninsula, it is the closest place to Thessaloniki, the second largest city in Greece (read below). In Kassandra, you will find almost everything, from charming villages to tourist spots. Here is a list of the best places to visit in Kassandra :
- The village of Athytos or Afytos
- Possidi Cape : amazing beaches
- Sani Resort : for luxury holidays
- Sani beach and marina
- Paliouri beach
- Siviri : small coastal town
Depending on your available time, you can easily combine a trip to Kassandra with Sithonia. You can either drive from Kassandra to Sithonia (81 kilometers) or take a sailing day trip to fully enjoy the beaches. During the sailing trip, you will have the opportunity to explore the secret caves which is one of the most fun things we have ever done in Greece !
3-Third peninsula of Halkidiki (Mount Athos)
Welcome to the religious area of Halkidiki ! The third peninsula of Halkidiki is called Athos and is home to one of the most spectacular monasteries in Greece, Mount Athos. The latter is an important center of the Orthodox Church. If you want to visit the monastery, it is only accessible by boat. However, it is prohibited for women. In the rest of the Athos peninsula, you will find luxury hotels, Airbnb’s, cafés, restaurants and beautiful beaches. The third peninsula of Halkidiki is the ideal place to experience a different type of tourism, the spiritual. The best beaches on the Athos peninsula are Nea Roda, Ouranoupoli and Tripiti.
4-Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki is connected to all of 3 peninsulas of Halkidiki. There are public buses called “KTEL” that run regularly, especially in the summer. We highly recommend them if you don’t rent or have a car. Tickets are affordable. Here is the distance between Thessaloniki and 3 peninsulas of Halkidiki by car :
- Thessaloniki to Kassandra : around 80 kilometers
- Thessaloniki to Sithonia : around 120 kilometers
- Thessaloniki to Athos : around 130 kilometers
Thessaloniki is the closest city to Halkidiki and the second largest city in Greece. It is full of photogenic spots and picturesque places to visit and photograph. So, if you are looking for awesome places in Greece besides Athens and the Greek islands, you should definitely add this city to your list. You can get a good taste of Thessaloniki even within 48 hours. Due to its mild climate, you can visit it all year round, especially in case you want to escape the cold wild temperatures of other European countries. Brilliant architecture, interesting historical monuments, lively ambiance and delicious food are what you should expect from your trip to Thessaloniki.
Final Thoughts
Kavourotripes beach is the most dreamy beach of Sithonia. The rock formations, clear blue waters and magical sunrises and sunsets make it a unique place to visit during your trip to Halkidiki. This beach and the entire region of second peninsula will leave you in awe ! Of course, if you can spare a little extra time to Halkidiki, it is full of hidden gems to guarantee you an amazing Greek Summer.
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