Aspri Paralia is a picturesque beach located in Santorini, known for its smooth sand that extends even into the water. The beach is characterized by its privacy, with only a limited number of people present at any given time. This is largely due to its unique accessibility - the beach can only be reached by boat. Regular boats from the nearby Red Beach offer transport to Aspri Paralia. However, visitors should note that the boat stops near, but not directly at the shore, requiring a short wade through approximately one meter of water to reach the beach.
One of the standout natural features of Aspri Paralia is its large rocks, which house mini caves. These not only make for great photo opportunities, but also offer a unique swimming experience. For the adventurous, there is the option to swim through a cave passage from a nearby western beach to reach Aspri Paralia and a smaller, even more secluded beach.
In terms of amenities, Aspri Paralia offers sun chairs and shades for visitors to use. However, there are no food or drink facilities on the beach, so visitors are advised to bring their own refreshments.
Aspri Paralia amenities include loungers.
Visitor reviews highlight the unique and adventurous experience of reaching the beach, which involves swimming through a cave passage or taking a boat ride. The beach is praised for its privacy, smooth sand, and picturesque rocks and mini caves. However, some visitors complain about the lack of direct boat access to the shore, requiring them to wade through water.
Most visitors to Aspri Paralia choose to stay in Akrotiri, a nearby village known for its archaeological sites and stunning views of the caldera. Accommodations in Akrotiri provide a mix of convenience and charm, allowing easy access to both the beach and other attractions in Santorini.
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Latitude: 36.3502464 / Longitude: 25.3826684
Aspri Paralia is located in Santorini. The following map of Aspri Paralia shows the exact location.
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| Low / High | 24°C/29.6°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 29.7°C |
| Sea Temperature | 22.6 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.8 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 06:00/20:34 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 13.9 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.1 |
| Cloud Cover | 11% |
| Speed | 21.9 km/h |
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| Gusts | 42.5 km/h |
| Direction | NW |
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