Rhodes Akramitis Mountain: Hike to the Top
ID: GYG189435-293211
Category:
Country: Greece
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Hike the 2nd highest mountain in Rhodes with a proffesional guide. Spend a wonderful day exploring nature in an off the beaten track area of the island. Take in the unbeatable views of the surrounding islands when you reach the top.
After being collected by a private bus, set off for Monolithos, a beautiful rural village not spoiled by mass tourism on the west side of the island. Start your hike to the top of Akramitis mountain by walking through gradually ascending green slopes of cypress trees that overlook the bay of Apolakia. Enjoy the breathtaking views and the opportunity to take amazing photos.
After the demanding first part, hike through beautiful meadows, full of aromatic colorful herbs until you reach the chapel of St John where you can enjoy a well-deserved stop. As you reach the top of the mountain, enjoy the views of the nearby islands of Halki, Alimia, Tilos and even Karpathos, the inland of Rhodes Island, the lake of Gadouras and Apolakia
On the way down, follow a different trail, between high pine trees and explore a totally undiscovered area of the island.
Highlights
- Conquer the second highest peak of the island
- Hike through forests, meadows and rocky peaks inside a Natura 2000 protected area
- Admire 360 views from the top overlooking the bay and surrounding islands
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Recommended wear: hiking shoes (boots are not necessary), long hiking pants, second T-shirt, windproof jacket, hat
• Please provide your own sun block and an additional bottle of water
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Your hotel or other lodging. Pick up from :Rhodes town, Ixia, Ialysos, Kremasti, Paradeisi, Kallithea, Faliraki, Afantou, Kolympia, Vlycha, Haraki, Lindos, Pefkoi.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
