Milos Island
After you arrive by boat at Adamantas or by plane, move to the harbors at Mandrakia or Embourios, and you feel like you’re going back to the 60s. The island where Aphrodite (Venus) of Milos was discovered, and where nature expressed itself in such impressive and explosive ways, has been described as “a romantic destination in the Aegean, ideal for couples”.
Through earthquakes, underwater explosions and tidal waves, Milos emerged from the sea 3.5-2.7 million years ago. Today it has two inactive volcanoes at Trachila and Fyriplaka.
Beaches
Sarakiniko
The dazzling white of the rocks is married to the green and deep blue of the sea, in this open-air sculpture museum that resembles an alien landscape. Here, you don’t just come to swim, but to explore a geological phenomenon that is one of the most unusual internationally. Walk on the white slopes to see caves that resemble catacombs, sculpted pits filled with water, volcanic rocks with unique shapes. Swimming outside the narrow bay you will admire up close the imposing rock that rises from the sea and an impressive shipwreck. (see Beaches)
Info: according to geologists, the uniqueness of Sarakinikos is due to the fact that millions of years ago, white tuffs, created by the underwater deposition of volcanic ash, trapped organisms (shells, mollusks) among them. Thus, their fossils were preserved in material of purely volcanic origin. Sea waves and wind, along with seismic activity, played a role in shaping the landscape.
Kleftiko
A synonym for Milos, it stars in advertisements for the island, as well as in international campaigns by the Greek National Tourist Organization. You will definitely go there – although you will rarely find it without excursion boats, private boats and a lot of people. Kleftiko is a geological park with heavenly waters, smooth white rocks and large stone arches. Caves are formed, with small sandy coves that have shallow waters with exotic green-turquoise colors. You will enter them by swimming, or with a small inflatable boat.
Info: Kleftiko got its name from the pirates (sea thieves) who found refuge there. Access is only possible by tourist boats (see Activities), or private boat. You can also come by foot.
Activities
The number one activity in Milos is a cruise around the island. There are many companies that will take you to the most beautiful beaches and to Kleftiko, with boats and sailboats, providing various programs for half or full days, with food, time for swimming, etc. There are programs that also include a visit to neighboring Kimolos – where you can also go from Pollonia.
The departure for the sea excursions is from Adamas. For Kleftiko you can also take a tourist boat from Kipos beach. Of course, you can also rent your own boat to go with your group – with or without a captain.
You can take organized tours of the island by land by vehicle.
Sea Kayak: excursions and multi-day visits with camping on the beaches are organized.
Milos is ideal for diving and snorkeling, so contact the companies that specialize in the sport to rent you equipment. You will find them in Adamas and Fyriplaka, where water sports are also organized. The seabed of the island has underwater caves, shipwrecks from World War II, many species of fish (including rare ones) and hot springs. Snorkelers will find their paradise on the island. Arkadias, Lakida in Filoti, the sea area off Pollonia and Antimilos are recommended.
To highlight the geological identity of the island, Miloterranean has been created with 7 amazingly beautiful marked trails. You can do them by car, bike, or on foot. There are two amazing climbing areas, in Glaronisia and Tourla, in Vani. See details on the website of the Municipality of Milos.
