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KarpathosDodecanese island guide: villages, beaches & ferries
Rugged island with a mountain village where women still wear traditional dress.
- Ferry
- From Piraeus or Rhodes, few weekly; flights from Athens
- Villages
- 3
- Beaches
- 3
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Villages & towns
What to see
Beaches
Photos: Wikimedia Commons
Food
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From Piraeus or Rhodes, few weekly; flights from Athens
Map
Common questions
How do I get to Karpathos?
From Piraeus or Rhodes, few weekly; flights from Athens
Where should I stay on Karpathos?
Popular bases include Olympos, Pigadia, Menetes. Pick based on the beaches and ferry port you want close by.
What are the best things to do on Karpathos?
Highlights include Olympos.
What are the best beaches on Karpathos?
Well-known beaches include Apella, Kyra Panagia, Achata. On windy days, choose a beach on the side facing away from the wind.
Can ferries to Karpathos be cancelled because of wind?
Yes, it can happen. Strong north winds (the meltemi, mostly July and August) can delay or cancel sailings, smaller fast boats first. Check the wind forecast for your travel day and confirm with your ferry company or the port authority before leaving.
Which islands are near Karpathos?
Other islands in the Dodecanese include Rhodes, Kos, Symi, Patmos, Kalymnos. Check the island-hopping tool to see which ones have direct ferries.
Is Karpathos in the Dodecanese?
Yes. Karpathos is part of the Dodecanese island group in Greece.
Guides about Karpathos
Photos from Wikimedia Commons. Map © OpenStreetMap contributors. Lists are highlights, not every place on the island.