What is the water and sand quality of the Vai beach?

The Vai beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.

What are the key activities at Vai beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Vai beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.The Vai beach is also suitable for the following water activities:<ul><li>Snorkeling</li></ul>

Is the Vai beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.Vai beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Vai beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Vai beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.The following features add extra points:<ul><li>Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature</li></ul>

What are the key audiences of Vai beach?

Vai beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:<ul><li>Senior people</li></ul>

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Vai beach?

The bar is located right on the Vai beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.SeaSide Cafe is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Vai beach?

There are 85 places to stay in the Vai beach area.The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4701819&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Modern downtown apartment</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=4903165&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Sitia Holidays</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2489465&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Villa Sirena</a></li></ul>

How far is the Vai beach from parking?

The Vai beach has a parking spot, which is large enough to accomodate all visitors. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Vai beach?

There are 4 attractions near Vai beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Viewpoint Vai Beach located in 0.1 km. <a href="#attractions-section">See the attractions section for details.</a>

What is the best time of the year to visit Vai beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Vai beach is August. Its average value reaches 29°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 27°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 12°C and water 17°C. <a href="#weather-section">See more details in weather section.</a>

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Vai beach (Crete island) is not just a great place to relax and swim, everything is created there for sunbathing. You can even call Vai beach a sunbathing beach. Comfortable sun loungers with umbrellas and for the most sophisticated tourists - a natural shade along the beach. A beautiful tan after taking a few sunbaths on this beach is ensured. The main thing is not to forget to use sunscreen and do not overdo with time spent in the sun. If in doubt, look at the user photos above.

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Photo of Vai beach with turquoise pure water surface

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Vai beach

Palekastron, Greece

8.8

#5 out of 478 in Crete 19

Free entrance Amenities beach Picturesque Easy access Bright fine sand Fine sand bottom Beach activities rent

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Located outside the settlement

Itanou • 1.2 km

Map of beach

National Park Vai Palm Forest

280m

Hiking Area Γεωδιαδρομή 2

2.8km

Hiking Area Kurzer Wanderweg zum Strand / Taverne Maridatis

3.9km

Park 1st Laimos Kavou

4km

Hiking Area Toplou Gorge

5.8km

Park Kyriamadi Natural Park

6.4km

Restaurant Palm Beach Vai Restaurant

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Cafe SeaSide Cafe

6 - Pleasant 90m

Restaurant Μετόχι, Βάι

9 - Excellent 1.3km

Greek Restaurant Ταβέρνα Μαριδάτης

9.2 - Excellent 3.4km

Restaurant Hôtel Kastri

9 - Excellent 3.9km

Bar Port Bar Cafe

9.6 - Exceptional 4.1km

Restaurant Aliais

8.8 - Excellent 4.3km

Restaurant Grandes Seaside restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 4.6km

Restaurant Glaros Beach Bar

9.6 - Exceptional 4.7km

Grocery Store Mini Market

6.2km

Supermarket MINI MARKET ΑΪΛΑΜΆΚΗΣ ΚΩΣΤΉΣ

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Viewpoint Vai Beach

9.4 - Excellent 140m

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Πλακούρες

700m

Tourist Attraction Bay

10 - Exceptional 910m

Tourist Attraction Erimoupolis Red Marbles

1.3km

Tourist Attraction Gone Surfing Crete Windsurfing & Wingfoiling Center

9.8 - Exceptional 5.2km

Place Of Worship Toplou Monastery

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Palaikastro Geopark info

10 - Exceptional 6.1km

Tourist Attraction Kouros of Palaikastro Info Point

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Palaikastro Minoan Town

8.4 - Very good 6.5km

Historical Landmark Ancient City Itanos

850m

Historical Landmark Νεκρόπολη Ιτάνου

1.1km

Historical Landmark Petsophas Minoan peak sanctuary

7.5km

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About

Vai beach is located on the Sea of Crete (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 5th place out of 478 beaches in the Crete region 55.9 km away from its center, the city of Kastelli. It is one of the beaches of Itanou settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.

Weather

history

+27 ^o C +19 ^o C

Air temperature

3.6 M/S

Wind

+26 ^o C

Water temperature

1.1 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Itanou • 1.2 km

Map of beach

National Park Vai Palm Forest

280m

Hiking Area Γεωδιαδρομή 2

2.8km

Hiking Area Kurzer Wanderweg zum Strand / Taverne Maridatis

3.9km

Park 1st Laimos Kavou

4km

Hiking Area Toplou Gorge

5.8km

Park Kyriamadi Natural Park

6.4km

Restaurant Palm Beach Vai Restaurant

8.8 - Excellent 70m

Cafe SeaSide Cafe

6 - Pleasant 90m

Restaurant Μετόχι, Βάι

9 - Excellent 1.3km

Greek Restaurant Ταβέρνα Μαριδάτης

9.2 - Excellent 3.4km

Restaurant Hôtel Kastri

9 - Excellent 3.9km

Bar Port Bar Cafe

9.6 - Exceptional 4.1km

Restaurant Aliais

8.8 - Excellent 4.3km

Restaurant Grandes Seaside restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 4.6km

Restaurant Glaros Beach Bar

9.6 - Exceptional 4.7km

Grocery Store Mini Market

6.2km

Supermarket MINI MARKET ΑΪΛΑΜΆΚΗΣ ΚΩΣΤΉΣ

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Viewpoint Vai Beach

9.4 - Excellent 140m

Tourist Attraction Παραλία Πλακούρες

700m

Tourist Attraction Bay

10 - Exceptional 910m

Tourist Attraction Erimoupolis Red Marbles

1.3km

Tourist Attraction Gone Surfing Crete Windsurfing & Wingfoiling Center

9.8 - Exceptional 5.2km

Place Of Worship Toplou Monastery

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Palaikastro Geopark info

10 - Exceptional 6.1km

Tourist Attraction Kouros of Palaikastro Info Point

6.2km

Tourist Attraction Palaikastro Minoan Town

8.4 - Very good 6.5km

Historical Landmark Ancient City Itanos

850m

Historical Landmark Νεκρόπολη Ιτάνου

1.1km

Historical Landmark Petsophas Minoan peak sanctuary

7.5km

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Stays nearby

9 accomodations nearby

22.4km from the beach

9.5 Exceptional

Villa Sirena

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Located at nearest locality

Itanou • 23.5km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

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Psili Ammos beach

7.7 Very good

1000m 13 min walk

Itanos beach

8.7 Excellent

1.4km 19 min walk

Erimoupolis beach

8.7 Excellent

1.9km 24 min walk

Kedromouri beach

7.1 Good

2.3km

Black Kavos

6.8 Good

3.1km

Magatzedes beach

5 Tolerable

3.6km

Maridati beach

8.1 Very good

3.6km

Atzikiari beach

4.9 Tolerable

Localities

Nearest

Itanou • 1.2km

Main locality of province

Kastelli • 55.9km

Transport

Airport

JSH • 15.4km

Bus Station

Sitia Bus Station • 15.6km

Train Station

lti Meli Palace • 69.2km

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8.8 Excellent

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8.8 Excellent

Aidan Goldberg

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The sandy beach is absolutely stunning, with crystal clear and warm water that entices you to take a dip. The underwater world is alive with an array of colorful fish, creating a mesmerizing sight. The beach is nestled amidst a lush palm forest, adding to its charm and natural beauty. Conveniently, there is paid parking available on site, and the coffee served is of exceptional quality.

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Liana Marzetti

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

Many flock to this beach for a reason - it's simply breathtaking. The palm tree forest and crystal clear waters make for a picturesque view, and snorkeling is a must. Plus, the convenience of having everything you need right on the beach is a game-changer. While other nearby beaches may offer solitude, this one has a charm that's hard to resist. For those who grew up in the 70s, the UK Bounty advert is an added draw, making this destination all the more special.

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Polly Griffoth

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

8 Very good

The beach is pleasant, but it's quite commercialized with a lot of tourists around. Even parking is not free here, and you have to pay for everything. However, if you're willing to splurge, you can rent posh sunbeds with privacy curtains for a hefty €60 per day. On the other hand, if you're feeling adventurous, you can hike over the hill to the nudist beach.

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Kestutis Jankauskas

Beach Practitioner • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

The beach is well-equipped with all the necessary amenities and boasts crystal-clear waters. The bar and restaurant are also quite impressive, offering a delightful dining experience. However, the most striking feature of this location is the lush palm trees that form a stunning backdrop. Despite being a popular destination, the beach remains family-friendly and offers numerous sand beds for visitors to reserve. Additionally, parking is conveniently available for a nominal fee of only 3€. Nearby, there is also a breathtaking viewpoint that provides a mesmerizing view of the surrounding landscape.

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Jaxon Kirens

Novice Beachgoer • 1 year ago

10 Exceptional

This stunning beach has a plethora of palm trees, creating a picturesque and serene atmosphere. The organization of the beach is impeccable, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable experience for all visitors. It is worth noting that parking is available for a small fee of 3 euros. For those who wish to lounge comfortably, sunbeds and umbrellas can be rented for a reasonable price of 10 euros. Without a doubt, this beach ranks among the top destinations in Crete. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking a memorable and idyllic beach day. Rest assured, you won't be disappointed.