Prassa
The most talked-about swim on Kimolos for a reason: bright water, pale sand, and an easy first-half-of-the-day stop when you want the classic postcard side of the island.
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Best Beaches in Kimolos
Kimolos works best when you group its beaches by mood: one organized swim, one quieter cove, and one boat-access stretch if the sea is calm. Official Visit Greece highlights Prassa, Alyki, Bonatsa and Kara, while the island also makes sense as a jumping-off point for Polyaigos boat days.
White sand and clear waterQuiet coves over beach-hopping frenzyBoat day logic matters
Priority stops
Alyki
A south-side choice with tamarisk shade and a calmer rhythm. Good when you want a long lunch and a beach that still feels grounded in the island’s slower pace.
Bonatsa
The name itself suggests a wind-sheltered mood. It is one of the easier picks if you want gentler water and a simpler family-style swim plan.
Kara
Blue-green water and white rock edges give Kara a more striking profile. It works well if you want a beach that feels less polished and a little more elemental.
Polyaigos by boat
Not a beach on Kimolos itself, but one of the strongest reasons people use the island well. If sea conditions are friendly, a boat day towards Polyaigos can become your signature swim day.
Practical tips
- Start early at Prassa or Bonatsa, then decide after lunch whether the day stays on land or shifts to a boat plan.
- Kimolos is small, but the sea decides the quality of your schedule. Keep one flexible swim slot every day.
- If you care more about quiet than amenities, build your route around coves and not around the easiest parking.
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