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• Chrissi Island Crete

By Katia Luz

We can show you the way, how to get visit the clear waters by boat, and what to enjoy along the way, and beaches close by and where to stay, and towns and villages to explore, accommodation nearby, tavernas and restaurants.

Chrissi Island is a natural protected island and landing on it is prohibited.

About the Island

Chrissi or Χρυσή means 'golden' and refers to the stunning sand on the beaches of this islet. This small, uninhabited, low-lying island is 7 km by 2 km and only 30 metres, at its highest point. The rocky island has many beaches visited from spring to autumn by water craft and tour boats.

The island is south of Ierapetra in south-eastern Crete - see the section on how to get here

The interior of the island is covered by a beautiful forest of juniper trees Juniperus macrocarpa . Such is the environmental value of the island's ecosystem that it is protected as an area under the EU Natura 2000 program.

There is a forest, Minoan ruins, and a little chapel

On your cruise visit to the waters you can laze, snorkel, doze, swim, float and dream your way through the day in the sun.

Remember these tips for cruising near the island:

• The boat trip could be rough if the wind is up
• The boat trip duration is between 25-50 minutes, depending on the vessel
• There are no stops on the island, take and plenty of water
• The day tour will mean that you have 4-5 hours to relax and swim in the clear waters
• Lunch and snacks on the boat cost extra

Buy a ticket in Ierapetra for the boat trip at:

• the port ticket office of Cretan Daily Cruises, at the portside opposite Plateia Kanoupaki, at the junction of Stratigou Samouil  and Ethnikis Antistaseos
• 25 Kyrva Street next to La Strada pizza restaurant
• 14 Kyrva Street across from the taxi stand at Plateia Kanoupaki
• the port in Makrigialos

The town of Ierapetra is your embarkation point for Chrissi Island, and a well-loved holiday destination itself, with many fine beaches, a ruined Venetian fort, a lovely esplanade, historic museums and lots to explore.

Located just 36 km from Agios Nikoloas in Lasithi, this town is easy to access via the national roads and on the very handy KTEL local buses.

This town is 61 km from Sitia , which has its own airport, and again can be reached easily with a hire car via the national roads, or on KTEL buses.

If you are driving from Heraklion to Ierapetra over 93 km, leave about 3 hours to enjoy the journey.

Once in Ierapetra, this small town provides everything you need for a break. Do visit the seaside tavernas for a fresh seafood dinner whilst watching the sun set down over the Libyan Sea, gazing metaphorically to Africa.

Accommodation Nearby

There is no accommodation on Chrissi Island itself, as it is a completely natural uninhabited islet. The closest accommodation is in Ierapetra, and on the beaches to the west and east of town.

The Cretan Villa Hotel is in the centre of Ierapetra town with easy access to the port for a day trip to Chrissi Island.  A restored 18th century building with loads of character makes the perfect base for exploring eastern Crete.  This hotel is 550 m from the Chrissi Cruises ticket office and departure port for the daily cruises.

Coriva Beach Hotel and Bungalows in Koutsounari with direct access to a lovely long sand and pebble beach is a peaceful haven with its own large pool, and Pegasus Seaside Restaurant and bar by the beach. 9 km east of Ierapetra, this is a quality hotel ideal for a couple's holiday. With a day spa, free parking and easy access, this makes a wonderful choice of accommodation close to Chrissi Island.

Tavernas & Restaurants

The seafood is so fresh here, you must make a beeline for the fish tavernas strung along the harbour side in Ierapetra and the seaside villages of the south coast.

Restaurants along the water side:

• Zorbas - traditional Greek right at the harbourside
• L'Angelo Pizzeria Restaurante - Italian right at the harbourside
• Napoleon Seafood Taverna - traditional Greek food on the esplanade (get a seaside seat early)
• Levante Seafood Taverna - on the esplanade with a view to the fort (get a seaside seat early)
• Sicilian Restaurant - Greek & Italian good for vegetarians, around the bay
• Schedia - traditional Greek food and great service, around the bay

Out of town you can't go past:

• Taverna Psaropoula - seafood taverna on the beach at Koutsounari
• Pelagos Seaside Restaurant  - traditional Cretan cuisine on the beach at Koutsounari

Exploring Eastern Crete

The region in the east of Crete is named Lasithi and holds some of the best-kept secrets of Crete, as there are generally fewer visitors to this side of the island. There are rocky mountains and gorges, forests and beautiful beaches to explore, as well as the towns of Agios Nikolaos , Elounda , Sitia and Ierapetra .

Some highlights of the region include:

• Elounda Beach
• Spinalonga Island
• Kritsa Village and Gorge
• Zakros Gorge
• Kato Zakros Beach
• Zakros Minoan Ruins
• Vai Palm Beach
• 7 B eautiful beaches of the east

Getting to Chrissi Island

The easiest way to get here is to take a day tour from your hotel in Heraklion or any where east of Heraklion on the island of Crete.

To get here more independently, fly from Athens to Heraklion, hire a car and drive for about 3 hours to Ierapetra, then take a boat cruise to the island for the day.

See the location of this beach on this map, the island is south of Crete in the south-west:

Getting to Crete

Take a 1 hour flight from Athens to Heraklion with Aegean Airlines or Olympic Air , with many flights available per day.

Or take a 9.5 hour overnight ferry from Pireaus port of Athens to Heraklion port.

More on flights and ferries below.

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Car hire in Crete is a really good idea as it is a large island 60 km by 260 km. There is so much to explore.

When you book with our car rental partners - Rental Centre Crete - you are supporting a local company with excellent service and easy online booking. We are sure you will be well looked after by the team. Choose from hybrid, electric or regular vehicles .

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• ONE DAY CRUISE TO CHRISSI ISLAND
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The cruise operates daily. Departure time from the port of Ierapetra at 11.30 and return to the same port at 17.30, with our ship " ARISTOVOULOS ". 

Attention : The itinerary may change depending on the time period. Please inquire from our offices (information tel. +30 28420 20008, and +30 28220 22888, E-mail: [email protected]). Passengers must be at the boarding area of the ship at the port of Ierapetra 40 minutes before its departure.

Our priority is to offer you wonderful holiday experiences in paradises on earth. Please check the weather before you travel.

In order to protect the unique natural ecosystem of the island of Chrissi, it is not allowed to disembark on the island this summer. The ship approaches the island and anchors in a leeward spot near a selected beach for swimming in crystal clear water, a short distance from the shore to facilitate access for passengers who want to reach the island by swimming.  The use of the island's beaches is allowed.  Access to the interior of the island and the use of the shade of the junipers are prohibited. 

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Chrissi is a miracle of nature in the vastness of Libyan Sea. Born from the eruption of the submarine volcano that created it 350,000 years ago. 

It has an area of 4,743 square kilometers, and a maximum altitude of 27 meters. It’s an islet known for its exotic waters in all the shades of blue and green, the golden beaches -where it got its name from-, and the protected forest with the cedar trees, which are over 200 years old. Chrissi is a piece of paradise on earth, the southernmost natural park of Europe, and a  gem in the Mediterranean.   

Listening to pleasant music, we travel all the way to the South, on the borders of Europe and Africa, in the embrace of the Libyan Sea, with flying companions the herring gulls, who are vigilant "guardians" of the inaccessible, island borders. The trip from the port of Ierapetra to the exotic Chrissi lasts about 1 hour.

On the island there are traces of a Minoan settlement that prospered from the trade of porphyra, which is the popular red pigment used for dying royal clothes. Recently, the  biggest laver farm in the Mediterranean  was discovered there.  The cedar forest extends to the center of Chrissi, covering an area of 350,000 square meters, which is about 1/4 th  of the island, with an average of 14 trees per 1,000 square meters, and average age of trees 200-300 years. Those trees is a rare variety of Lebanon cedars, 1 meter tall, and with a diameter of up to 1 meter. The cedars have a root system that develops at a radius of at least double their height. Except from their large roots, they also develop a network of thinner ones that form a thick mesh that withholds the sand.

As we approach, the dark blue of the sea gives its place to increasingly light shades. The island is surrounded by shallow bays and sandy beaches covered with shells, one of the characteristic features of the island.  The options for swimming and diving in calm, turquoise waters are many. The protagonist is the beach Chrissi Ammos or Belegrina with its exotic waters, located in the north of the island. Other idyllic bays are Hatzivolakas to the northwest, Fokiospilo to the northeast, the Treis Vagies to the southeast, Kataprosopo to the east and the southern beach at "Vougiou Mati".

The ship anchors in a leeward spot near a selected beach for swimming and enjoying the crystal clear waters, a short distance from the shore to facilitate access for passengers who want to reach the island by swimming. 

Our journey will continue by sailing close to island so that you have the opportunity to admire the beautiful coastline and the view of the island from the sea, enjoying a sea cruise in the exotic waters of Libyan Sea.

The colors of the rocks, which are mainly grey-green, reddish-brown, black, etc., are spectacular, while almost the entire island is covered by golden sand. The base rocks of Chrissi were created through the solidification of lava that poured out of an undersea volcano millions of years ago. The 49 species of fossils (corals, shells, barnacles, urchins) found on the island come from the sea. They were imprinted on the volcanic rocks 350,000-70,000 years ago, when Chrissi was still underwater. The northern shores (Belegrina, Hatzivolakas, Kataprosopo) are filled with shells. Especially on the east side of the northern beach, the amount of shells is so big that the view is overwhelming.

The ship's self-service restaurant-bar is open throughout the cruise, so you can enjoy a delicious meal, salad, wine, snacks, coffee, soft drinks, ice creams, etc. on board. 

The preservation of the island’s natural environment, beyond the moral dimensions, is imposed through a strict national and European institutional protection system.

• Hiking outside the beaches and the use of the shade of the junipers
• The collection of rocks, fossils, shells and ancient finds
• The collection of plants and animal catching
• Free camping
• Starting a fire
• Smoking around bushes and woodlands
• Any kind of pollution. Make sure that you don't leave any garbage behind, but take them back with you on the ship

The dream trip, the beautiful images of nature, swimming in the crystal clear sea complete an unforgettable experience.

Relaxation, serenity, and a sense of tropical adventure! 

Incredible destination…

Have a great time!

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Chrissi island or Gaidouronisi is located 8 miles south of Ierapetra city , in the open South Cretan Sea. It is a flat islet very famous for its tropical blue water that cover all possible palette hues of blue and green, the protected forest with large juniper trees and the thousands of broken shells that make the sand pinkish. The residents of Ierapetra love this island and call it simply "the Island ". It is said that years ago by Gianni Agnelli , the chairman of Ferrari, wanted to buy the island to make it a tourist attraction.

Chrissi takes its name ( golden in Greek) after the white sand that covers the entire island and comes mainly from shell debris. The tropical beaches are crowded by many visitors who come by the excursion boats that leave Ierapetra in the morning and return in the afternoon. Chrissi has been declared as an area of natural beauty and it is strictly prohibited to camp and spend your night here. You must keep away from the fragile juniper trees and avoid not collecting sand or shells.

The thousands of visitors arriving daily by boat from Ierapetra to Chrissi island mainly swim on the beach of Belegrina or Golden Beach. Bright blue waters, white sand with pink shades from the thousands of broken shells, and the junipers that hold the sand with their huge roots are the backdrop that makes anyone fall in love with this place.

An important settlement of the Minoan and Roman period has been found in the island Chrysea of ancient Greeks, the present island of Chrissi or Gaidouronisi. Buildings and at least three carved tombs have been identified near the church of Agios Nikolaos and the lighthouse on the island. The settlement was probably used for the production of Tyrian purple from the shells of Murex brandaris, exactly like the neighboring isle of Koufonissi.

The dunes of the central narrowest part of the island of Chryssi, we meet one of the most important juniper wood (sp. Juniperus macrocarpa ) in Greece, which has prevailed (erroneously) with the name cedarwood. In other parts of the island, such as west and east, we encounter vegetation with Juniperus phoenicea being the main plant.

At the west part of Chrissi islet you will meet the small lighthouse, powered by photovoltaic panel. The lighthouse is located close to the small chapel of Agios Nikolaos (Saint Nicholas) and the dried lake of the island.

Next to the only house of Chrissi island, at position Spilios, we meet the old saltpan where salt was produced in the past. In winter the spot turns into a small pond with brackish water and it attracts many migratory birds. This is not the only pond on the island, as a smaller one is formed in the location of Kaki Alyki.

Chrissi can be considered a paradise for geology enthusiasts. One of the most spectacular geological sights of the island can be seen east of Belerinina beach, where you will meet thousands of fossils, mainly bivalves. The fossils form a so-called thanatocoenosis, that is, dead shells that have been gathered there by the streams and have fossilized over time.

The church of Agios Nikolaos is located on the northern side of the island Chrissi, at the site where Tyrian purple was produced and graves are located. It dates back to the 13th century, although it has undergone more recent interventions. The temple is built on the site of an ancient building.

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Chrissi, an island 7km long with a maximum width of 2 km, is located 8 nautical miles south of the most southern town in Europe, Ierapetra Crete. The shores of Chrissi surrounded by the Mediterranean's Libyan sea.

From the moment a visitor comes to Chrissi island, magnetized by the exotic natural landscape dominated by cedar, the golden sand and the light aquamarine water. The Natural images and the rhythms of nature, immediately give the visitor a newfound sense of liberation.

A walk in the woods, swimming in crystal clear water combined with the soft smell of cedar and fresh oxygen, complete the holiday experience of the visitor, offering him a deep relaxation feeling that becomes unforgettable. This is the reason why chrissi island welcomes more and more visitors from around the world every summer.

The island has a small bar on the north side of the island, a small tavern on the south side, an Orthodox church of St. Nicholas, a lighthouse on the northwest side, and a house on the northeast side ( tavern and bar, is not sure, that they open every summer ). There are three recognized permanent residents on the island until now.

The island has a large number of shells, mainly in the north, which is one of the distinguishing features of the island.

For six months a year - from mid-May until late October there are timetables with small boats, departing from the ports of Ierapetra and Makrigialos, to the island on a daily basis . After an hour's trip around, the vessels approaching the southern side of the island, which is usually calmer. The exit is in the "Vougiou Eye" where there is a small pier, reception, and the tavern.

Chrissi island is protected by the European program Natura 2000 as an "area of intense natural beauty" , and also has been designated as a wildlife refuge. The island hosts the largest naturally formed Lebanon cedar forest in Europe . The majority of trees have an average age of 200 years and average height of up to 7 metres, some of the trees are up to 300 years old and 10 metres tall. The density is approximately 28 trees per hectare. The contact with such a natural and unique environment, creates environmental awareness, and requires respect for its natural functions.

About 700m east of Chrissi island is Mikronisi, a rocky islet which covers 11,7 hectares . The waters around the islands are shallow. Up to 1km to the north and 500m to the south the depth does not exceed 10m, while the 5m depth contour encompasses both the islands.

Boat Trip to Chrissi Island and Koufonisi from Ierapetra Port

Boat Trip From Ierapetra to Chrissi Island

If you live close to Agios Nikolaos or Elounda, you should book a private boat trip from Ierapetra to Chrissi island or Gaidouronissi for your family or friends with your personal skipper. Not only, will you learn a lot more about travelling around Crete with the locals, but you will also make new Cretan friends. Our skippers will show you around the coast of Eastern Crete and will provide you with some local Cretan snacks when on board of our RIB boat.

Chrissi Island or Gaidouronissi

The boat trip to Chrissi Island will only take 20 minutes till you reach the island and it’s located 8-10miles from Ierapetra port. As we have been told by one guest “I was amazed by the crystal colours of the sea and the  pink  sandy beach of the island of Chrissi”. The card postale effect will unfold in front of you. The cyan crystal waters, the white sand let alone the cedar trees that give the effect that they are all sculptures sculpted by the sea.

When in Chrissi Island you will be enticed to gather sea shells and cedar branches, but please consider the natural habitat and always leave it as it is.

Chrissi Island – Photo by @igers_crete

A fun fact about Chrissi island is that it is also called Gaidouronissi (Greek for Donkey Island) and is uninhabited at the moment.

Bonus Tip: if the Greek God Poseidon allows it, the winds will be soft and smooth. Then, on your private boat trip from Ierapetra to Crhissi you might be able to see the dolphins from our boat.

Boat Trip from Ierapetra to Koufonissi Island

If you are in the mood for a longer boat trip, you could always go to  Koufonissi by boat . With our loyal skippers you will always feel safe no matter the weather conditions and anywhere you want to go around the coast of Crete by boat.

This excursion to Koufonissi by boat will venture you towards the Lybian sea at the southeastern part of Crete. Your private boat trip can depart from Makrys Gialos. Makrys Gialos’ port is the best option to reach Koufonissi, since it’s closer to the island, in contrast to Ierapetra.

Soon, you will realize that we are getting closer to Koufonissi and you will realize that you have reached an breathtaking exotic island. The caves and their white rocky bays are an incredible sight.

Koufonisi Island – Photo by @natureloveslife

When you visit Koufonissi on the land you will have to wear sneakers and always carry water and a hat with you. Also, bare in mind that the island is uninhabited. Otherwise, you can enjoy your meal on board, dive as many times as you want from our boat and relax with some great music.

Don’t miss the chance to visit these two amazing places!

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IERAPETRA CRUISE - CHRISSI ISLAND One Day Cruises and Luxury Boat Trips

We organise daily cruises from Ierapetra to Chrissi Island and Koufonisi. We offer classic day cruise plans, semi-private and also private cruise plans. Visiting Chrissi was never so exciting! Book your seats and get prepared for a super experience!

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From the start, our number one target is your safety. We want, during your trip to Chrissi Island and not only, to feel safe. Furthermore, we aim to provide you with a unique and unforgettable experience with our luxury yacht and the unique experiences that we have crafted just for you. Don’t forget if you have a special request we are glad to help.

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Perfect way to get to Chrissi We visited Chrissi Island twice during our stay in Ierapetra. The second time we chose Elena yacht and it was perfect. It was faster and nicer than the classical boat, just few people on board up to 46, The price was the same but we did not have to pay the port tax. Nice people in the agency and on board , too.

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Nice to be spoiled Perfectly organised trip with a warm and friendly hospitality onboard. VIP option worth its money – delicious food homemade = on board, including BBQ! Snorkeling and diving in the emerald water but first jumping from the boat – the kids did not have enough. A great day!

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Chrissi takes its name (golden in Greek) after the white sand that covers the entire island and comes mainly from shell debris. The tropical beaches are crowded by many visitors who come by the excursion boats that leave Ierapetra in the morning and return in the afternoon. Chrissi has been declared as an area of natural beauty and it is strictly prohibited to camp and spend your night here. You must keep away from the fragile juniper trees and avoid not collecting sand or shells.

Situated 15km off of Ierapetra on the South coast of Crete, the natural beauty spot of Chrissi (Chrysi) island with its protected ecosystem can be found. Though no longer a secret location, Chrissi island rather resembles paradise with its white sand beaches and African Cedarwoods not to mention the crystal clear blue water perfect for snorkeling. Read on to discover if a day trip to Chrissi Island could be one of the many highlights of your trip to Crete.

Covering an area of 4,743 sq km (7km in length and 2km wide), Chrissi Island is a protected nature reserve covered by the European initiative; Natura 2000. An important ecosystem, it is the natural habitat of snakes (non-poisonous), lizards, worms, and rabbits with Caretta-Caretta sea turtles and the Monk Seal Monachus-Monachus also visiting the island.

A rare 200-300-year-old cedar forest covers 70% of the island, making it the largest naturally formed Lebanon cedar forest in Europe with the trees reaching 7-10 meters in height and 1 meter in diameter.

The island was formed from solidified lava and 49 species of fossils (made up of shells, corals, barnacles, and urchins) have been discovered, these being trapped by the lava between 350,000-70,000 years ago when the island was still underwater.

Chrissi Island is the southernmost natural park in Europe (though not the most southerly point of Europe which is at another island just off of Crete; Gavdos) and is sure to make you think for a moment that you’ve landed up in Bali or somewhere in the Caribbean rather than a stone’s throw away from the Greek island of Crete!

Inhabited by pirates (ruins of pirate merchant ships lay on the bottom of the seabed) and hermits in recent history Chrissi island has a 13th-century church and graves from the Roman Empire. However, recent archaeological discoveries show that humans have been visiting Chrissi Island as far back as Minoan times.

Evidence shows that people would have most certainly used Chrissi Island for fishing and salt mining but perhaps, due to the availability of shells, it was also here that the classical antiquity dye known as Royal Purple was made using the extracted mucus of the spiny dye-murex snail.

Named Chrissi (Χρυσή) for its golden beaches, the island also has another name – Gaidouronisi. This translates as ‘the island of the donkeys’ as locals from Ierapetra used to take their beloved old donkeys across to Chrissi so that they (the donkeys) could spend their last days enjoying the pristine beauty of the place.

Today it’s the tourists who enjoy the natural beauty of this idyllic islet!  

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