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Boufos Beach, Lasithi

See practical info for Boufos in Lasithi, including location, beach type, wind exposure, map and tips to help you decide when to visit.

The cove named after a cave's sound

Boufos is the best-known beach of Sisi, on the north coast of Lasithi in Crete, just a few metres east of the picturesque fishing village, in Charkoma cove. It forms at the mouth of the Agiasmenos stream, which carries water down from the Sellinari gorge, and it is said to owe its name to the distinctive "bouf" sound heard when the swell enters a cave on the nearby shore.

The place has deep roots: about a hundred metres away lies the Minoan settlement of Boufos, a complex that appears to be linked to the nearby palace of Malia. Between Boufos and the neighbouring Avlaki beach stands the small church of Agios Antonios, and the beach is among those awarded the Blue Flag.

The beach has coarse sand mixed with pebbles and shallow water, with a seasonal setup in summer. There are tavernas close by and parking, and access is via a paved road through Sisi.

Region
Lasithi, Greece
Beach type
Sand & pebbles
Access
Easy road access
Coordinates
35.30877, 25.52734

About this beach

Boufos is exposed in the meltemi — often choppy on summer N/NE days. That comes from the measured shape of the coastline around it and our curated wind records — a seasonal picture, not a live forecast, so check live wind and waves before you go.

The bay at Boufos opens to the north, so it usually has natural cover from southerly, south-easterly and south-westerly winds.

Boufos has sand and pebbles underfoot with shallow, gently shelving water — handy for families with young children.

For amenities, Boufos has an organised beach, parking nearby and food nearby. There is a campsite nearby (Camping Sissi, ~1815 m).

Good to know

Does Boufos beach get windy?

Boufos is exposed in the meltemi — often choppy on summer N/NE days. That is based on the measured shape of its coastline against the meltemi; check live wind and waves before you go.

How do you get to Boufos beach?

Access is easy road access. See the coordinates and map on CalmBeach.

What is Boufos beach like?

A sand & pebbles beach with shallow water.

What facilities does Boufos beach have?

It has an organised beach, parking nearby and food nearby.

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