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Porto Timoni

North, Porto Timoni, below Afionas, north-west coast

Also known as: Double Beach, Twin Bay

Status: Wanted

What you can do here

Suitability is not available for this forecast.

👁 Nice view — Wild, undeveloped double bay on a narrow isthmus below Afionas; one bay faces roughly south and the other north, with clear turquoise water excellent for swimming and snorkelling. Reached only on foot or by boat.

⚠ Decision support only — check local signage, water depth, and your own ability before you go in. Not a substitute for lifeguards, operators, or official forecasts.

⚠ Unverified visitor report, not a safety assessment. Water depth, underwater hazards, and current conditions are not checked here — verify them yourself before considering any jump.

On the map

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Tags

  • pebble
  • scenic
  • remote
  • quiet

Pros

  • Two back-to-back bays with different exposure/aspect
  • Very clear turquoise water; rocky seabed rich for snorkelling
  • Unspoilt and scenic

Cons

  • No facilities, shade or water; carry everything in
  • Access only by 20-30 min hike over loose rock or by boat

Practical notes

  • Hike down from Afionas (~20-30 min, loose limestone/red earth) or boat/pedalo from Agios Georgios Pagon
  • Central rock in the cove can be swum out to

Beach details

Shore type
pebble
Orientation
S
Twin bays either side of a narrow isthmus - one opens roughly south, the other north - so shelter can be found on whichever side is in the lee.
Sheltered from
east
Exposed to
west
Terrain effects
  • Twin bays with opposing aspect allow choosing the lee side
  • Central/side rocks for snorkelling and swim-outs
  • CLIFF-JUMP CANDIDATE: https://mybestplacestovisit.com/porto-timoni

Activities (baseline)

  • SUP: 3 (launch difficulty: difficult)
  • Snorkelling: 4
  • Swimming: 5

Cliff jumping

Reported

Visitors reportedly swim to and jump off the large central rock in the cove; jump heights are not documented and conditions vary with sea state. This is a third-party report, not a safety assessment - verify local depth and conditions before attempting.

Access

  • Road: No road access to the bay
  • Final approach: 20-30 min hike from Afionas over loose limestone/red earth, or boat/pedalo from Agios Georgios Pagon
  • Walking difficulty: Moderate-to-hard hike over loose rock; no vehicle access

Evidence

Last reviewed: 2026-08-09