The quiet Balos beach canbe found in the southwest part of the green Samos Island in thebeautiful Marathokampos Gulf.

Near the Koumeika village,it has a coastline about four hundred meters long of small stonesmixed with sand, clear and transparent waters, a sea with turquoiseshades and a seabed that descends slowly for the first few metersfrom the shore so if you are a family with children, pay attention towhere you go.

Wedged in the large bay wherewithin twenty kilometers there are other pearls such as the Kaladakia beach, or the Psili Ammos beach and even further down the Klima Beach beach all highly sought after by visitors, the Balos beach always remains quiet and little frequented.

Seaport of the village of thesame name where there is a small pier used above all by fishermen, itis equipped with a few sunbeds and umbrellas while as far as cateringis concerned, you will be spoiled for choice where to sit comfortablyand put your legs under the table for taste the delicious delicaciesof the classic Greek or territorial cuisine based on extremely freshproducts, especially fish. If, on the other hand, you want to staylighter, there are bars that offer quick snacks and fresh drinks.

Snorkelers, given themorphology of the area, will be able to have a great time discoveringthe marine fauna and flora, so be sure to put fins, mask, snorkel andeven an underwater camera in your sea bag so as to immortalize thecurious and nice inhabitants of the abyss. Even fans of fishing atBalos beach will have their satisfaction, it seems that the area isrich in fish so rod in hand and get yourself dinner!

The atmosphere that surroundsthis part of the bay is very relaxed, the classic fishing villagealmost stopped in time where everything happens as it should bewithout stress and what is not good will fix itself, a philosophythat is more than ever spot on and above all which saves you greatstomachaches or sometimes unnecessary insomnia.

If, on the contrary,relaxation “makes you nervous”, you can always head towardsKampos beach or Votzalakia beach about ten kilometers to the northwhere the tourist life is slightly more intense and lively, thechoice is yours…

First of all you will have tobe autonomous whether it is a car or a motorbike it makes nodifference even if a four-wheeler is recommended in Samos. Headingsouth west coast following road signs for Marathokampos and signs forBalos. Once you arrive you can leave your vehicle in the free andfree parking near the beach.

If, on the other hand, youdon’t want to know how to drive, know that public transport is notexactly the best, they leave from the main towns and in any case youmust always consult the timetables and destinations carefully sincethe distances are not so short given the vastness of the island .

For a day of total relaxationwithout giving up the sea and perhaps taking advantage of a meal offresh fish, it is worth including Balos beach among the things to do in Samos, you can also go as far as Klima beach and increase yourknowledge of the island.