Porto Koufo

Porto Koufo is something rare: a natural harbor almost entirely sheltered from the sea. The bay has an entrance of just 300 meters — from the outside, it is nearly invisible. This geomorphology gives it its name: "Koufo" from the ancient "kophos" (which means unheard), because the waves from the open sea do not reach inside the bay.

It is located at the southernmost tip of Sithonia, 150 km from Thessaloniki (2 hours 30 minutes drive). From Neos Marmaras: 25 km. From Sarti: 30 km.

The main beach of Porto Koufo is sandy with pebbles in places, and the seabed gradually deepens. Because the bay is closed, the water is almost always calm — even on days when the open sea has waves. Ideal for swimming longer distances, snorkeling, and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP).

The organization is laid-back: a few sunbeds near the taverns, mostly a free beach. It doesn’t have the intense "beach bar" culture of Sarti or Kallithea — it’s more refined, with a less party-like character.

In the bay, 30-80 boats anchor, especially in July-August — it is one of the safest anchorages in Northern Greece. The rocky edges near the entrance of the bay offer some of the best snorkeling in the area — the protection of the bay maintains high visibility.

The small village next to the beach has several fish taverns where the fish come straight from the boats — some of the best places for seafood in Sithonia. Parking is free.