Spontaneous Camping Trip at "Pefkoulia" Beach, LEFKADA GR
As every Wednesday morning, I drove @illusivelf to work around 10 AM, then hit the beach for half an hour and returned home around 11 to get down to my remote work stuff. Around noon, my phone rang. It was @illusivelf telling me she had a day off tomorrow and asking if I was down for a one-night camping adventure at Lefkada!
At first, I wasn’t feeling it. I had a ton of things to finish and only 6 hours left until her shift ended. But after thinking about it for a bit, I realized most of my tasks could wait for the weekend. So I called her back and said yes.
And just like that, the plan was ON 🌊
We were going to spend the night at Pefkoulia Beach, enjoy the sunset and sleep under the sound of crashing waves (and mosquitoes 😆).
I packed the car with the essentials, picked up @illusivelf around 6:30 PM, and one hour later we were there! Since we had already visited Pefkoulia 2 weeks ago, we knew the trail, how long it takes, and how much stuff we needed.
View from Pefkoulia beach parking lot
EPIC camping spot & Lefkada Sunsets 🏕️
This time, campers had doubled! All the cheat forest spots at the beginning of the beach were already taken. We walked a couple more minutes and BOOM! We found the perfect place to camp! Natural shade, smooth surface and an epic view.
We were both all sweaty after walking in the beach and lifting the tent, so we went down to the beach, swimmed at the torquise Pefkoulia waters and watched the sun getting lost in the horizon! Never gets old!
Dinner at Saint Nikitas Village 🍽️
It was around 9:00 PM when our stomachs started complaining so we decided to go grab something to eat at Saint Nikitas, a village located just a 5-minutes drive from Pefkoulia beach! We returned to our tent to get ready for a night out, and the view was breathtaking!
Tripadvisor helped us find a solid restaurant, but when we got there, it was packed. We weren’t about to wait an hour for a table, so we walked around the village looking for an alternative.
@illusivelf was in the mood to eat seafood rissoto, and in most restaurants they fail to cook this dish right! After checking a bunch of menus and peeking at people’s plates, we found one that fullfilled both our needs (I'm a simple man, I need meat haha), and enjoyed a delicious dinner!
Side Dish: Toasted bruschetta with veggies and anchovies
Rating: 6.5/10
My Main Dish: Beef burger patty with potatoes
Rating: 7/10
@illusivelf's Main Dish: Seafood Rissotto
Rating: 8.5/10
We were both feeling tired after eating, so we headed back to the beach, made it to our campsite and called it a day around 11:30 PM.
Beach Coffee & Krioneri Beach
I woke up around 6:45 AM the next day feeling super refreshed and full of energy! Sleeping in nature just hits different! This was my view!
@Illusivelf was still sleeping and didn't wanna wake her up that early, so I drove to Saint Nikitas for some coffee and guess what?!? Everything was closed 🤣
No biggie though. I walked to the beach, chatted with two lovely Greek grandmas ("yiayiades") and and pet a stray cat who ran to me for cuddles!
Early Morning Friend
Saint Nikitas Beach
She loved to pose hehe
After completing my "grab-coffee" main quest, I drove back to Pefkoulia, parked the car and followed the trail to the beach!
@ilusivelf was waiting for me there, and we relaxed for an hour enjoying the silence! The beach was completely empty and it was the perfect timing for a panoramic photo!
After that it was time to pack our stuff and head to Krioneri, our new favorite beach in Lefkada city! 20 minutes later, we were there. Found parking right next to the trail, followed it, and five minutes later, arrived at this tiny hidden gem only locals and tourists who did their "homework" know about.
View of Krioneri beach while descending the trail
Even though the beach is tiny, we found a dope shady spot to chill! Spent a solid 3 hours swimming in the cold waters, sunbathing, and chatting with two lovely islander ladies who offered us cookies hehe. Beach chats are so much fun!
Our spot for the day
We didn't want to leave but reality was calling... Around 1:30 PM, we packed our stuff and took the trail back to the car! As always, when we reached at the top, we took a moment to admire the turquoise Ionian sea!
Agios Ioannis beach, located right next to Krioneri
We made it home around 2:30 PM (yep, it’s that close), showered, had lunch, and got back to the daily grind. Even though our trip lasted less than 24 hours, it was more than enough to clear our minds and recharge.
Even though our adventure lasted less than 24h, it was enough to empty our minds and recharge! Feeling super blessed to live so close to a paradise like Lefkada island!
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Pefkoulia Beach looks like a dream,, the turquoise water, quiet forest trail, and sleeping by the sea,, I guess made the trip feel so magical. love it...💖
I loved the little moments,, swimming after setting up the tent, the seafood risotto hunt and early morning coffee quests. Krioneri Beach was the perfect ending, and the kindness of locals added a nice touch.
It’s amazing how even a short 24-hour trip can recharge the soul. Thanks for sharing the adventure @knowhow92 ,, it made me want to pack a bag and go 😆
Thanks for taking the time reading my post @vvodjiu 😄
If you feel like it, do it! Grab your bag and go have some fun hehe!
Your spontaneous getaway felt like a breath of fresh sea air! The way you captured each moment—from the scramble to find the perfect camping spot to the seafood risotto hunt and that peaceful morning with the stray cat—made it feel so alive and genuine. It’s amazing how just one night in nature can leave such a lasting impact. Lefkada truly sounds like a hidden gem, and now I want to experience that turquoise water and tranquil trail myself! 🌊⛺💙
It was an amazing experience indeed! Thanks for checking out my post @midnightspen
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Thanks fam ❤️
You are very welcome @knowhow92! it was well deserved. ☀️
We are already looking forward to reading more about your adventures!
Wow you camped in a perfect place, the view is very beautiful and it was very nice to eat in the countryside, I really enjoyed it my friend ❤️🙏
Thank you so much for checking out my blog! This camping trip was a great way to recharge!
How idyllic! Bet you felt so restored after. Blue Skies, Great Food, Lovely Cat, Beach Waves rolling on the sand - Dreamy
Yeap! And just an 1 hour drive from my house hehe!
Spontaneous trips are the best kind! Can’t wait to see the sunset shots from Pefkoulia 😍
Spontaneous adventures always turn out to be the best ones! Can’t wait to see those sunset views.
I like these places ♥️
Are you visiting Lefkada too? Didn't understand the "Can’t wait to see the sunset shots from Pefkoulia" comment!
I am thinking of going to such a place in the future. I liked this place very much.
Oh yeah you should! Greece is full of awesome islands like Lefkada, but I believe Lefkada is in the top 5!
Ok thankyou
That beach is beautiful,the views are amazing capture,even the cat the picture is great,it must be delicious food there too,I wish I could go to places like that.
Thank you so much! The food was good but spending the night in nature is the best feeling ever!
The view is so lit. It gives fresh air plus the weather is so warming. Indeed, camping is of the activity we would enjoy.
Can never go wrong with camping plans hehe! Nature heals!
omg this trip was such a vibe @knowhow92 😍 love how it started so random but turned out sooo refreshing! sunset, beach, good food, cute cat, chill convos perfect combo!!!
Yeah! Spontaneous decisions often lead to unexpectedly good results hehe!
All the views and shots elude serenity. I feel the calmness even though I wasn't there. I'm sure you feel refreshed and rejuvenated. Thank you for sharing. It lifted my mood.
Yeap! The views are absolutel stunning at Lefkada island!
So happy you enjoyed my post! Thanks for checking it out!
You are welcome. Have a lovely day.
Sleeping in nature has a way of refreshing the mind and soul like nothing else. Waking up with an incredible view, such a perfect way to start the day, feeling truly alive!😍
True true! Camping is one of the best activities to relax!
Absolutely!😍
The beach is beautiful. I am always impressed by those views that can be obtained at the highest points.
Despite being small, it has its impact. The coloration of the water is lovely. Well, may you find a spot to stay and enjoy the experience.
Thanks so much for checking out my post friend!
It's awesome how you found that hidden gem and enjoyed the local vibe! ✨ Camping at Pefkoulia Beach with those stunning sunsets and the sound of waves must have been incredibly refreshing 💖 Such a perfect getaway! 🙌
Yeap! It was an awesome experience! So lucky to live near this paradise!
What a wonderful day!! I love the pictures of the cat!! So so cute! And of course the landscape is stunning!!
Yeap, this little kitten kept me good company while waiting for coffeeshops to open hehe!
Thanks for checking out my post @belug