Spot Guide
Aktio, Etoloakarnania · Greece
- Sports
- Kitesurfing, SUP
- Water
- Flat water
- Level
- Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, Advanced, Expert
- Wind directions
- NW
- Flat water: N, W, WNW, NW, NNW · typical 11.0–21.0 kn
Spot description
An elongated rock bank lies parallel to the shore off the small sandy beach. Behind it the water often stays flat and calmer than on the seaward side. Boats also use the openings in the rock bank.
More spot information
The source data classifies the wind as thermal and lists June to September as the best months. Typical direction and strength are missing. The wind is described as weaker than in Agios Ioannis and occasionally gusty.
The lagoon is clear, shallow and smooth. Parts of the long rock bank are about 1-1.5 m deep and partly visible; boats use the passages. The bottom is not specified further.
Coordinates: 38.854288, 20.737880, around 4 km from Lefkada Town. The described access follows a sandy track; from the parking area it is 300-400 m to the beach over a wooden bridge. Check current access.
The source lists kitesurfing lessons and rental, SUP rental, storage, repairs, washing facilities, rescue, a shop, parking, toilets, showers and dining. Check availability on site.
A long rock bank runs parallel to the beach just off the coast. It is partly visible and in places about 1-1.5 m deep; boats use the passages. Observe local conservation and access notices.