Elafonisos is a breathtaking island located at the southeastern tip of the Peloponnese in Greece, famous for its exotic beaches, turquoise waters, and golden sand dunes. Home to the world-renowned Simos Beach and Sarakiniko Bay, it offers an unforgettable sailing experience in an untouched paradise where the Ionian and Aegean seas meet.
Other anchorages along the same coast
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Yacht itineraries that anchor here
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