DESTINATION GUIDE
Sivota, Thesprotia:
The “Caribbean of Greece”
A picturesque harbour, exotic beaches, green islets and authentic Epirus cuisine. Discover why Sivota is the top summer destination of mainland Greece.
DISCOVER SIVOTA
A picturesque paradise in the Ionian
Sivota is a picturesque seaside village in Thesprotia, just 24 km from Igoumenitsa. Built on a sheltered bay with green islets, it is one of the most exotic destinations in mainland Greece.
The paved harbour with its waterfront tavernas, the turquoise water and the three islets (Agios Nikolaos, Mavronoros, Mourtemeno) create a setting that fully lives up to the name “Caribbean of Greece”.
24
KM FROM IGOUMENITSA
3
ISLETS
10+
BEACHES
THINGS TO DO
Activities & Experiences
From relaxing walks to adventure — Sivota has something for everyone
Boat Rental
Water Sports
Hiking
Necromanteion & Ancient Nicopolis
Day Trip to Paxos & Corfu
Sunset & Nightlife
FOOD
Flavours of Epirus & the Ionian
Fresh fish, Epirus pies, local cheeses and olive oil — the cuisine of Sivota combines the sea and the mountains
Fresh fish & seafood
Fish tavernas at the harbour serving the catch of the day. Shrimps, octopus, calamari and sea bass grilled over charcoal, with a view of the boats.
Pies, cheeses & meat
Authentic Epirus pies (bougatsa, galatopita), local cheeses, kokoretsi and lamb. Local wine and tsipouro.
Coffee & cocktails at the harbour
Tables on the paved waterfront overlooking the boats. Ideal for a morning coffee or an evening sunset.
Family options
Ice cream, crepes, pizza and souvlaki in the village. A mini market for your groceries — no need to leave Sivota!
GETTING HERE
How to get to Sivota
Easy access by car, bus or ferry — we recommend renting a car
From Athens
Via the Egnatia Motorway, ~5 hours (450 km). Rio–Antirrio bridge, Ionia Odos, Egnatia, Igoumenitsa exit, then 24 km to Sivota.
From Thessaloniki
Via the Egnatia Motorway, ~3.5 hours (350 km). Egnatia to Igoumenitsa, then 24 km south.
By air
Nearest airport: Preveza/Aktion (65 km / 1 hour). Alternatively Corfu + ferry to Igoumenitsa (1.5 hours).
From Italy / Corfu
Ferry from Bari/Brindisi/Ancona to Igoumenitsa. Or ferry Corfu → Igoumenitsa (1.5 hours), ideal for Italian and European travellers.
READY?
Book today
Enjoy the “Caribbean of Greece” from your own balcony. Book early for July–August 2027.