Sarakiniko is a beach on Milos Island, Greece, situated on the north shore of the island. Waves driven by north winds shape the greyish-white volcanic rock into amazing shapes, and the area is often compared to a moonscape. The bone-white beach derives its unusual characteristics from the erosion of the volcanic rock by wind and wave. 

The beach, unlike any other on Milos, is a formation of long horizontal pumice rocks pocked with huge hollows. Volcanic activity shaped the scene on the island’s northeastern corner where no trees or vegetation grow. A shallow bay gently laps a strip of pebbly brown sand, but beachgoers often prefer to spread out on rock slopes, find shade in the curvy crags or simply laze on top of the highest formations.

Besides the striking topography, snorkelers and scuba divers can keep busy exploring a series of underwater caves as well as a rusty shipwreck, and you can dive in secluded volcanic caves within the crystal clear waters. Set behind the beach is Sarakiniko’s abandoned warren of mining caves to explore. At night the vista takes on another beauty, as moonlight reflects a striking glow off one of the world’s most unique beach landscapes. Who’s up for some exotic fun in the sun? TAKE US!