From Chania: Elafonisi & Elos Village + Free Beach Umbrella in Greece

Escape to Elafonisi’s pink sand beach from Chania. Swim in crystal-clear waters, visit the traditional village of Elos, and enjoy complimentary use of a beach umbrella (one per booking, upon request).

Elafonisi is an oblong, which often "breaks" in two parts by water giving the impression of being a separate island.
Elafonissi is a “Natura 2000” protected area. The island is full of dunes with sand lilies and junipers (like-cedar trees). The
endangered turtles Caretta-Caretta and several rare animals nest on the island and it is strictly forbidden to remove any
plants, animals from the area. Exotic beach with white sand and turquoise waters, reminding of the Caribbean, are formed
on either sides of the peninsula. The sand is pinkish in many places, taking its color from thousands of broken shells.
Near the “breaking" point of the peninsula, the water does not exceed 1m, creating a small lagoon, ideal for children. You
can easily cross the lagoon in order to reach the “island”, having your stuff with you, because the water is very shallow there.

Take your time to swim in the crystal-clear waters, have lunch and take some memorable photos of the unique landscape.