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Koukounaries & Mandraki: Private Jeep Coastal Safari

Ride the island's pine-fringed southern coast in an open-top 4×4, threading between golden beaches, olive groves and lagoon viewpoints from Troulos to Koukounaries — rated among Greece's most beautiful strands — before a private beach lunch at Mandraki.

What to expect

The route winds through fragrant Aleppo pine forest to Koukounaries, where a crescent of honey-coloured sand meets water so clear you can count the pebbles at 3 metres depth. Your guide then navigates unpaved tracks to the secluded Mandraki lagoon — a brackish lake backed by the Aegean, beloved by flamingos in season. A private table at a cliffside taverna awaits, with grilled octopus, Greek salad and local Skiathos wine poured generously. The return sweeps past Troulos and Vromolimnos for a final swim.

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Skiathos Jeep Safari Tours (local operator)
EUR 120–160 per person (private group, 4–8 pax); includes guide, lunch and beach transfers
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Good to know

Half-day format (09:30–14:00) fits most itineraries; confirm all-aboard before booking afternoon variants. Dusty tracks mean light linen is smarter than white. Advance booking essential — private jeeps are limited on port days.

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Luxury cruises that call at Skiathos — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Oceania · Oceania Sirena
9 nights · calls at Skiathos
from $2,380
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Oceania · Oceania Allura
12 nights · calls at Skiathos
from $6,165
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