
Exotic sands
Kleftiko
Milos, Cyclades · 🇬🇷 Greece
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A labyrinth of dazzling white volcanic cliffs, arches and caves reachable only by boat.
Expect a sea temperature of roughly 25°C at Kleftiko (Milos, Cyclades, Greece) in high summer; the season runs Jun–Sep.
Open Kleftiko on the interactive map →- Sea temperature
- ~25°C in the warm season
- Water
- Luminous pale turquoise over a bright volcanic seabed
- Sand
- No beach; swim among white sea-stacks straight from a boat
- Swimming
- Crystal-clear deep water threading between rocks; boat access only
- Best time to visit
- Jun–Sep
- Setting
- Blinding-white volcanic pillars, arches and caves once used by pirates
- Beach type
- Exotic sands
- Region
- Europe
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Kleftiko: frequently asked questions
Where is Kleftiko?
Kleftiko is at Milos, on the coast of Greece.
What is the sea temperature at Kleftiko?
In the warm season the sea at Kleftiko reaches about 25°C. Luminous pale turquoise over a bright volcanic seabed.
When is the best time to visit Kleftiko?
The best time to visit Kleftiko is Jun–Sep. Europe's beach season peaks in July and August, with June and September quieter and cheaper.
What kind of sand does Kleftiko have?
Kleftiko has no beach; swim among white sea-stacks straight from a boat.
Is Kleftiko good for swimming?
Crystal-clear deep water threading between rocks; boat access only.
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