the west coast of Paxos is precipitous, with sheer cliffs and sea caves. The fame of the island owes much to this majestic natural beauty. Locals say that the great cave which lies below the village of Vassilatika communicates with the Church of Ypapanti. More certain, however, is the fact that during the Second World War the Greek submarine Papanikolis sheltered inside the cave, an indication of its huge size.
From the lighthouse at Lakka a footpath winds down to Planos, a lovely beach which you can reach without a boat. But you will need a boat to reach Achai, a fantastic beach with eroded stones and rocks providing a fine setting for fun in the bright blue sea.