Elafonissi is also known as the Caribbean of Crete as the water is crystal clear ans shallow and reminscent of an exotic paradise. In many places the sand has a pinkish tinge of color to it due to the thousands of broken seashells it contains.
Elafonisi means “Deer Island” and this tiny island is a very enjoyable 200 meters walk through the warm waters away from the beach. It is excellent for snorkeling and there are 2 Kantinas/Snack bars with toilets on the beach.