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Last updated on November 13, 2020 By Dave Briggs Leave a Comment

Sarakiniko Beach Milos – One of the most beautiful beaches in Greece

Sarakiniko beach in Milos is a strong contender for being one of the most beautiful beaches in Greece. Here's a guide to Sarakiniko Beach Milos, and how to enjoy yourself when there.

The white moon rocks of Sarakiniko beach in Milos Greece

Milos Island in Greece

Santorini and Mykonos may be the headline stealers when it comes to the Cycladic Greek islands, but Milos is growing in popularity year on year.

Often marketed as a Greek island for couples, I spent a week there with Vanessa enjoying its low key atmosphere and amazing beaches.

In fact, Milos has over 80 beaches to choose from, each one differing in some way from the last.

Perhaps the most unique beach in Milos though, is Sarakiniko beach. With an almost lunar landscape, Sarakiniko is instantly recognisable, and it's a ‘must see' when visiting the Greek island of Milos.

Related: Best Greek Islands For Beaches

Swimming at Sarakiniko moon beach Milos

Sarakiniko Beach in Milos, Greece

If there's one beach that everyone wants to visit when spending time on the Greek island of Milos, it's Sarakiniko Beach.

Sarakiniko beach on Milos is often described as one of the most beautiful beaches in Greece. Is it the best beach in Milos to spend your time on though? This guide will help your draw your own conclusions.

Made famous because of its unique white landscape that has an almost lunar quality. It's certainly beautiful, but is it one of the best Milos beaches?

That's a tricky question to answer! Sure, Sarakiniko is an incredibly photogenic beach, and taking photos here is going to look GREAT on your Instagram!

Finding the best Instagram spot in Milos Sarakiniko beach

And of course, you  can't possibly visit this Cycladic island without spending at least some time on the famous Milos white beach.

But make Sarakiniko the focus of your vacation to Milos? No, I don't think so.

Why should you listen to me?

Good question! If you're a regular reader of the travel blog, you'll know that I have been living in Greece a few years now.

You'll also know that I've written a number of guides to Greece, including this useful Milos travel guide. If you weren't a regular reader, well, now you know!

I've got an honest approach to the places I write about, which I hope helps you to plan the best vacation to Greece possible.

As such, take a little time to read this guide to Sarakiniko Milos. It might help you plan your time better when visiting this beautiful Greek island!

A small bay on Sarakiniko beach Milos Greece

Sarakiniko Beach Greece Guide

After spending a week on Milos, I can confidently tell you that Sarakiniko is one of the most beautiful beaches on the island, but not the best beach.

As such, I personally wouldn't want to spend the entire day at Sarakiniko, especially when Milos has some many other great beaches to relax on!

The beautiful white beach of Milos contrasted against the stunning blue of the Greek sea.

Some of the key points to consider when planning a trip to see Sarakiniko Beach on Milos are:

  • Arrive early – Like REALLY early if you want to see Sarakiniko Beach without a lot of people. Even 09.00 might be leaving it too late.
  • There's not much shade – I spotted 2 trees in a tiny sandy area. If you are determined to spend the whole day on Sarakiniko Beach, you want a sun umbrella. Quite how you set it up with no sand to put it into is a challenge you will face on the day!
  • The white rock beach of Sarakiniko is extremely reflective. Sunglasses and mega-doses of sunblock are essential!
  • It gets crowded quickly. In August, the beach resembles the human equivalent of seal colony!
  • Take plenty of water – When I visited, there were no canteens or beach bars to buy drinks and snacks. In the peak of summer, no doubt some enterprising local may walk up and down selling water, but don't bank on it. Take what you think you'll need, and throw in another bottle just in case.

Photos in a perfect setting at Sarakiniko on Milos Island in Greece

How to get to Sarakiniko Beach Milos

Milos Sarakiniko beach is located roughly between Pollonia and Plaka.

The beach is easily accessible by vehicle, with no serious stretches of rough road unlike some other beaches in Milos.

If you've hired a car or quad bike on the island, all you'll need to do is turn on Google maps, and follow what it says.

If you don't have your own vehicle, then a local bus service picks up and drops off a couple of times a day. Ask your hotel for up to date information.

Sarakiniko Beach in the evening light on Milos, Greece

 

In conclusion

You definitely have to visit Sarakiniko when in Milos! Planning to spend the entire day there though is probably not your best option.

Instead, plan to arrive at Sarakiniko Beach Milos early, take your photos, perhaps spend a couple of hours there, but then get ready to move on when the tourist crowds start to build up. I hope that helps!

Here's how to get from Athens to Milos by ferry.

If you want to check out Kleftiko Beach, which is the other iconic beach on Milos, take a look at my post about a Milos boat tour.

Here are some more guides on things to do in Milos, where to stay in Milos, and the best restaurants in Milos. 

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