Koufonisia (Small Cyclades)
Κουφονήσια
A group of small islands southeast of Naxos. Their turquoise water and white sandy bays have earned them the nickname the “Caribbean of the Aegean.” It is possible to visit by boat on a day trip.
Koufonisia belongs to the Small Cyclades and lies about 40 km southeast of Naxos. It consists of Upper Koufonisi, which has permanent residents, and Lower Koufonisi. Beaches on Upper Koufonisi such as Prytanio and the Pisina natural pool have gem-green water. Lower Koufonisi can only be reached by small boat. In summer, ferries and excursion boats run daily from Chora or Agia Anna on Naxos. The crossing takes about 1 to 2 hours, so you can visit for the day or stay overnight. Bicycles can be rented on the island, and accommodation is hard to find in peak season.
Opening hours
Per ferry schedule
Nearby sights
- Chimarros Tower
- Mount Zas & Cave of Zeus
- Moutsouna
- Filoti
- Apeiranthos
- Halki & Vallindras Kitron Distillery
- Panagia Drosiani
- Bazeos Tower