Ios · Mylopotas & the south · Μαγγανάρι
Manganari, the coves at the end of the road
Manganari is a string of sandy coves at the southern tip of Ios, facing south and so sheltered from the meltemi, with white sand and very clear water. A long road crosses the empty hills of the south to reach it, and in summer a boat runs from the port. One cove is organised, with sunbeds and tavernas; the others are quieter. There is no village, only a few rooms and tavernas.
A chain of white sandy coves at the bottom of the island, sheltered from the north wind
The story of Manganari
Manganari is the beach to go to when the meltemi is blowing and Mylopotas is rough. Most visitors come for the day, by car or the summer boat from Gialos; in the evening, when the boats have left, the coves empty out and the place belongs to the few who sleep there.
Where to stay
Where you'll wake up in Manganari
Manganari · Mylopotas & the south
Where to eat
Tables we love in Manganari
Manganari · Mylopotas & the south
Good to know
Before you go to Manganari
Getting there
Drive south from Chora across the hills, take the bus in season, or the summer boat from the port of Gialos.
When to go
A windy summer day, when the north coast is rough.
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