© cretanbeaches.com Varkotopos Beach
At a distance of about 43km west of Heraklion and 30km east of Rethymno, you will find the famous seaside village of Bali. Bali lies in a large bay which is divided into four smaller bays. You will encounter the second beach, Varkotopos, as you enter the village.
Varkotopos is west facing and is an enclosed bay with a beautiful sandy beach, shallow waters and calm sea. The beach is well-organized and offers all the necessary amenities a family needs. Next to the beach there are a few taverns and cafes. The surrounding area offers numerous accommodation options if you want to stay overnight.
Families should know
- Bali is a very popular destination for both locals and tourists. The beaches are usually crowded, especially during the weekends
- Due to several undersea resources, you might find the sea water in some places to be ‘cooler’
- Sometimes, because of the wind and currents, the beaches of Bali does not seem so clear. Also, sometimes you might find jellyfishes
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Playing in the sand and swimming in the beautiful, “green” water
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This specific “Bali” might be in Crete and not in tropical Indonesia, but we still definitely enjoyed our holiday there!
Varkotopos is the ideal beach for families! The water is clean and shallow and perfect for beach games. The local taverns offer delicious Cretan dishes.
Beyond the beautiful scenery and clean waters, Varkotopos is a well organised beach! The beach is sheltered and the presence of a lifeguard gives us peace of mind!