Last updated on July 27th, 2024 at 01:47 pm
Corfu is the greenest island in the Ionian Sea and one of the most beautiful places in Greece.
One of the most densely populated islands in the Mediterranean with the densest road network, Corfu was the first to open its gates to tourism long before other destinations were developed.
During your vacation in Corfu, there is plenty to do, enjoy, see, and visit.
Lively non-stop nightlife resorts are perfect for anyone who needs days to explore and admire.
Countless lively beaches with emerald and crystal clear waters surrounded by cypress and lush vegetation.
Hidden seaside paradises with little or no tourist development for lovers of seclusion, idyllic places for romantics.
Corfu’s old town, full of vibrant colors and small alleys between tall medieval buildings, will make you feel like you’re in another age.
Its unique cultural heritage has left monuments and sights of unique beauty that are not found elsewhere, it gives the visitor a different feel with its different architecture and color from the other islands.
There are also many resorts on this lovely island.
There are picturesque mountain villages that look like time has stopped, cosmopolitan tourist resorts with huge hotel units providing all the amenities, a lot of tourist traffic, and a vibrant nightlife, all these have made Corfu a global tourist attraction.
And people are always friendly and willing to make you feel at home.
The very intense nightlife exists in many places and is mainly for foreign tourists but also for all those who still feel very young.
There is, of course, a nightlife for pure Greek tastes mainly in the north of the city, bars for those who love good music, and all kinds of restaurants for gastronomic delights.
On the Kaiser Bridge, for example, there is a restaurant with a seafront.
The tourist infrastructure is one of the best and largest in Greece with 2 to 5-star hotels for every wallet and budget.
There are also plenty of rooms to rent and other accommodations scattered throughout the island.
Wherever you enjoy your holidays in Corfu, there will be something exciting and interesting to see and do, we are sure you will enjoy finding your favorites!
Although it is not necessary to use a car it is very useful, with so many places to visit you will probably need one.
Diving, Skiing, and Sailing in Corfu
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Water sports and Paragliding
Paragliding and Skiing can be found in almost every medium to large holiday resort.
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Diving
Corfu offers spectacular underwater spots ideal for diving and is one of the very few islands with so much to explore under the water.
There are many diving centers on the island offering equipment and organizing safe guided diving in some of the world’s nicest underwater sites.Briefly mentioned are:
Achilleon Diving
activated in Paleokastritsa and Ermones. See more here
Dive Easy
In Acharavi on the North coast.
Calypso Diving Center
Another diving school in Paleokastritsa, here
Gouvia Diving
In Gouvia, more on their website
Seven Islands Dive
In Kontokali
All the above schools and Diving centers can offer or hire you all the necessary equipment.
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Corfu Mountainbike Shop
Fabulous Cycling Holidays & Tours for groups and individuals by GIANT, Located in Dassia. For more click here
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Asprokavos Water sports
In Kavos, Their yacht can carry comfortably 25 people to Paxos or Sivota. more here
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Corfu Sea Discovery
Paleokastritsa offers boat trips on a bottomless boat, you can see and enjoy the undersea world.
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Arena Horse Riding in Roda
A Horse riding school in Roda Greece, near Karniaris area east of Roda resort. for more click here
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Nautilus Underwater Experience
In Paleokastritsa, discover all the underwater wonders of the Ionian Sea on a super modern sea craft, built with a special and bulletproof glass bottom measuring 2 X 3 meters wide.
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Captain Homer
A private boat trip perfect for family, and friends, or an exclusive adventure tailored to your wishes, we are in Messonghi. more on their website
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Captain Spyros’ Pirate Ship
Captain Spyros’ Pirate Ship is a boat trip organizer, located in Gouvia.
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No Stress Yachting – Sailing Trips in Corfu
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Asterios Boats and Water sports
Or else Kaminaki boats and water sports, located In Nissaki at northeast Corfu. more here
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Agni Boats Hire
A large selection of speedboats for hire with varying engine sizes to suit your needs, based on Agni in Northeast Corfu. Website
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Submarine explorations
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Skydiving and Paragliding
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Golf Course
The course at Corfu Golf Club is located a couple of miles from Ermones, on the Ropa Valley, founded and designed back in 1971 by the English architect John Harradine, More on the website
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Surfing, windsurfing, and kite
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Guided Hiking and Camping
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Kayak and Canoeing
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Eco-Tours
Eco destinations in northern Corfu for hip travelers.
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Water Ski and Jet Ski
Almost everywhere on the island
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