Preveli Beach, Lefkogia

Beautiful beach, need to walk down the cliff (stairs) or in the river. Worth it, in August very crowded.

View is breathtaking you can walk and swim on the beach. *Drive to DINYSOS BEACH* which is a 8mins walk to preveli beach. Wear a appropriate foot ware there are steep uneven steps to climb however nowhere as exhaustive as 400 odd steps mentioned in other reviews when driving direct to Preveli beach. There is a little hut to grab a quick bite to eat and also access to changing room and wc toilet.

What was forecast as a rainy day couldn't have turned out any nicer! The bus ride from Heraklion traversed through the coastal mountains in the northern side of Crete and then down through the gorges and valleys until we made a boat transfer at Damnoni Beach for a 30 minute ride along the craggy cliff southern coast. When you arrive at the hidden beach of Preveli, you are met with Palm trees and high bluffs, and you immediately feel the seclusion of a small spot of paradise. Walk upstream along the cold water river that flows from mountain springs into the Libyan Sea. Every turn is another breathtaking view and photo op! Then hike up one of the trails to the top for amazing southern views of sparkling clear water and landscapes! Relax and enjoy!!

This place is a paradise!the view is breathtaking, a tropical paradise in Crete!You can walk and swim into the river and also, walk into the palm forest.Do not skip this beach. An easier way to arrive there and also, avoid the 382 steps, is to drive until Dionysos beach and walk 8 minutes to reach Preveli beach.

One of the best beaches in Crete. The palm forest and the river make it truly special. When there take a walk to explore the palm forest. A couple of things to note - the water in the river and the sea is colder than other Crete beaches. Sea is with pebbles and the water is almost sweet. There is paid parking - 2-4 eur per car. The walk down and up is tough but manageable - it offers great views.