ΕλληνικάDiapontian Islands
Ereikousa
Ereikousa is the most densely populated of the Diapontian Islands, located 29 nautical miles from Corfu, with a travel time of about 2 hours and 30 minutes. The island is lush green, with olive trees and cypress trees dominating the landscape, making it an ideal destination for a peaceful vacation away from the hustle and bustle of Corfu.
On the southern coast lies Porto, the main port, and there are two additional settlements: Fiki to the west and Bragini to the east, both offering a small harbor and beaches with shallow waters.
Mathraki
Mathraki is the smallest of the Diapontian Islands, located 36 nautical miles from Corfu. The journey, which includes a stop at Ereikousa, lasts about 3 hours and 20 minutes. The island is full of greenery, with picturesque paths and small villages, as well as sandy beaches that are perfect for nature lovers.
To the east lies the main village, Plakes, where the harbor and the large sandy beach, Portello, with shallow waters, are located, along with the Arvanitiko beach.
To the west, the bays of Fiki and Kontrakas, the old harbor, and the small harbor of Apidion offer beautiful spots to enjoy the sunset.
Othoni
Othoni is the largest of the Diapontian Islands, located 43 nautical miles from Corfu. The journey, which includes stops at Ereikousa and Mathraki, takes about 4 hours. The island is divided into two parts: Upper Panta, with the villages of Chorio and Daphne, and Lower Panta, with the main villages of Mastoratica and Kasimatika.
Many believe that this is the ancient Ogigia of Homer, the island of Calypso, the muse who held Odysseus captive for seven years. The Cave of Calypso, just a few minutes by boat from the Ammos harbor, is the most famous attraction of Othoni.
The island also features old churches and a stone windmill. Othoni has many beaches, with the most well-known being Aspri Ammo and Xylo Sermoi, most of which are accessible by boat.
The island is also ideal for hiking, with traditional paths allowing visitors to explore almost every village on foot.