You can take brilliant day trips while on holiday in Zante at really affordable prices. There are a number of organized boat trips, to spectacular locations such as the the Keri caves, the Blue Caves, Shipwreck Beach and Marathonisi Island. You will be amazed by the natural beauty in Zante and the crystal clear waters of the Ionian Sea.
Coach tours, jeep safaris, and a number of other excursions operate daily around Zakynthos island so you can make the most of all the island has to offer. Alternatively, you can also hire a car or bike in Zante and explore Zakynthos at your own pace!
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Marathonisi ‘Turtle’ Island.
This picturesque turtle shaped island lies in the middle of the Bay of Laganas,floating like a turtle in the sparkling seas.The main beach on Marathonisi is really spectacular, with white sands and turquoise seas, this is the Greek Islands at their best. Marathonisi island has no inhabitants or buildings as it is one of the major nesting grounds of the Caretta Caretta Turtles and is heavily protected by the National Marine park of Zakynthos.
As a result there are no sunbeds or umbrellas on the beaches here and the National Marine park ensure that the beach is empty by sunset when the turtles approach to lay their eggs. There are no snack bars or restaurants on Marathonisi Island, but while you are relaxing on the beach of Turtle Island you will be able to grab a snack from the quaint little picnic boat that sails around the island keeping everyone refreshed. With everything from watermelon to doughnuts on board the snack boat, it is an added treat to grab something from the picnic boat while chilling out on your very own deserted island.
Visit The Main Town In Zakynthos, Known As Zante Town
Visit the town and soak up a bit of the Greek Island life that takes place here.
The evenings are particularly charming in Zante with fantastic restaurants and a great harbour.
The architecture of Zante Town has been strongly influenced by the Venetians, the French and the English who have all colonised the island at some point in recent history. The strong earthquake of 1953 destroyed most of the elegant mansions and fine neoclassical buildings that used to embellish the capital. There are just a handful or original buildings left in the Town, much of which was rebuilt after the earthquake.
The Zakynthians have tried to rebuild the town as close to the original design as possible, and subsequently it retains a very sweet Greek ambience.
Alexander Roma is the main high street in Zante town and is filled with pretty shops and business offices.
After all the sightseeing and shopping in Zante Town, you will be ready to enjoy a delicious Greek meal here in the heart of Zakynthos. The food available in Zakynthos town is among the best on the island.
Have fun and explore this amazing island it has so much to offer!