Drogarati Cave and Melissani Lake Tour: Journey Through Majestic Caverns in Greece
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187 Ratings
Argostoli
Embark on a captivating tour of Drogarati Cave and Melissani Lake in Greece. Explore majestic caverns, cruise on a scenic rowboat, and marvel at the stunning beauty of stalactites and stalagmites.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Drogarati Cave - Time to walk around the largest cave out of 300 in the Sami area. please note there about 150 steps down into the cave. Hand rails have been installed. Some of the cave flooring is a little uneven and at time can be slippy.
- Melissani Cave - After a short transfer time you will have the chance to take a boat ride on the lake. This is a geographical phenomenon. There are about 7 rowing boats that take about 10 people in each. The guides explain how the lake was formed. Please note that this is one of the most popular attractions on the island and queues can form on busy days.
- Myrtos Beach - Capture stunning photographs against the backdrop of its crystal-clear waters and dramatic cliffs, creating lasting memories.
What's Included
- Entrance Fees
- Local guide
- On-board WiFi
- Hotel pick up Service
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Port pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Journey across the stunning inclines of Mt. Ainos, one of Greece’s loftiest summits, on your way to Lake Melissani’s edge. Here, move through an artificially created tunnel to embark on a picturesque trip, aboard a diminutive rowboat, encircling the grand stalactite-filled cavern. It was here where ancient artefacts of a former Minoan culture - including depictions of the deity Pan and several nymphs - were discovered. Continue your expedition to the awe-inspiring Drogarati Cave, positioned almost 200 feet beneath the surface. Unearthed 300 years ago following an earthquake that revealed its entrance, this phenomenal cavern, aged two million years, boasts fascinating geological formations (accentuated by concealed lighting) and an impressive room named ‘Sala of Apotheosis’
- Vessels at Lake Melissani are 12-man rowboats with rower. Passengers may experience crowds while boarding the boats during the high Season of July & August
- The boat ride, spanning approximately 10-15 minutes, includes entry to the cave, the duration of which depends on the number of visitors in the queue.
- Visitors to Drogarati Cave must negotiate approximately 150 steep steps carved out of cave rock.
- Recommended Dress:Smart, Casual, Comfortable footwear.
- Visitors are not permitted to swim in the Lake, in order to preserve the natural environment and protect the site
- Please have available the necessary identification documents (EU Passengers-ID, International Passengers-Passport)
Location
Visitor Center
Leoforos Antoni Tritsi
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.3
(187 Ratings)
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Sudhir_s
May 18, 2024
Enjoyable experience. - Caves and the ride on the row boat was amazing. Excellent guide. All my friends enjoyed the experience as well.
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Rachel_c
May 5, 2024
Interesting cave and underground lake - The cave and underground lake was interesting. Our guide Katria was great and provide lots of details on all the places we drove pass.
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369susannap
Oct 15, 2023
Argostoli Kefalonia Avalon travel Sales Rep: Maria. - The guide Maria was very competent and very kind, explaining the island and the history of Argostoli in Italian and English.
Lake Drogarati is wonderful for its colors and the quarries of Melissani are very picturesque.
Very happy to have participated in this tour.
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Stephanie
Oct 11, 2023
Greece trip - Tour guide was knowledgeable and extremely helpful! Driver was excellent! We were lucky to not hit any lines and was given enough time to experience each place we visited
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Jennifer_b
Oct 10, 2023
Great trip - Really enjoyed the caves and the lake . Our guide was amazing and gave us lots of really good information about the island .
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Darren
Sep 29, 2023
Great Tour and value for money! - Amazing places to visit. 100% worth the money and great photo opportunities. Much needed places to eat and drinks after the long steep stairs.
Great tour guide and everything on time.
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Stephanie_b
Sep 25, 2023
Overall great tour - Big bus ride to caves. Would be nicer to be in a smaller bus. No lines at either the cave and lake. Beautiful places! Guide’s mic was staticky, so hard to understand, but overall great day and sites!
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Navigator61258995900
Oct 4, 2023
Stunning nature - Very lovely natural beauty to admire. Tour guides were very informative and helpful! They also kindly picked us up and dropped us off.
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Christopner_m
May 20, 2024
Good trip if you've nothing better to do. - The walk down into the cave was a little slippery, I almost lost it on a very slick area. The cave itself was good but not great, pretty generic.
The lake was pretty average, a nice photo or two, but basically a slow paddle around what used to be an underground lake, but it now open to the sky.
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Lexiec
Apr 25, 2024
Cancelled trip by Viator - Our tour was cancelled the day before which was annoying enough but I’m being bombarded with texts and notifications about the trip before and after it was cancelled. They would like to know how it was . I can’t tell you because you cancelled it!
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