Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
CAR & MOTORCYCLE
Kyrkos Rent-a-Car
( 6972839231, 25510 41620)
rents cars and small Jeeps, while mo-
torcycles and scooters are offered by
Rent-a-Motor-Bike
(
25510 41057)
. Both are op-
posite the ferry quay in Kamariotissa.
TAXI
The friendly cabbie,
Evdohia Brahiolia Taxi
( 6976991271, 6976991270)
, serves most
destinations from Kamariotissa, including Hora (€6), Profitis Ilias (€11), Sanctuary of the
Great Gods (€7), Loutra (Therma; €14), Fonias River (€12), and Kipos Beach (€17).
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KamariotissaΚαμαριώτισσα
POP 960
Samothraki's port, largest town and transport hub, Kamariotissa has the island's main
services and a nearby pebble beach with bars and decent swimming. While most visitors
don't linger, it's a likeable and attractive port filled with flowers and fish tavernas.
Festivals & Events
Although not technically a festival, the August
full moon hike
to the summit of Mt
Fengari, organised by the Hellenic Trekking Association, is a beloved annual event that
sees scores of enthusiastic young hikers climb to an open field at 1200m on the day of
the full moon, drink in the sight of it during a nighttime party, and continue to the sum-
mit (1611m) the next morning. Since the association is not terribly organised, unless you
know a member you should enquire ahead.
Activities
With its beaches, craggy peaks, lush jungle rivers and waterfalls, Samothraki is ideal for
outdoor adventure activities. However, paths are poorly marked and rushing mountain
waters can turn torrential, making a good guide essential. Kamariotissa's Samothraki
Travel (
Click here
)
offers guided trekking (€15) on hard-to-find mountain trails, as well
as canyoning (from €40) along 10 spectacular routes. Both are guided by experienced
Iorgos Andreas, usually in August and September. Trips can be tailored for kids as young
as 12.
The same agency offers
scuba-diving
trips that include equipment and a PADI-certi-
fied instructor (€50 for two).
