Melissani Cave and Lake
Sami, Greece
A cave lake on Kefalonia whose roof collapsed, letting daylight onto the clear water; visitors cross it on a small boat. It lies north-west of Sami near the road towards Agia Efimia, so it pairs easily with a stop at Drogarati Cave.
- Nearest town
- Sami, Greece
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 38.2569, 20.6236
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, September and November. Hot in July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
Getting there
- Greece: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.
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Campsites nearby
- Camping Karavomilos BeachCampsite1 km from Melissani Cave and LakeTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowedWi-Fi
- Night free spot campCampsite11 km from Melissani Cave and Lake
- Camping ArgostoliCampsite15 km from Melissani Cave and Lake
All campsites in Greece · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Melissani Cave and Lake?
Melissani Cave and Lake is in Sami, Greece, at GPS 38.2569, 20.6236. It is about 64 km from Lefkada.
Can you camp near Melissani Cave and Lake?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camping Karavomilos Beach, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 3 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Melissani Cave and Lake?
Melissani Cave and Lake is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Kefalonia and Ithaca: caves, beaches and Ionian harbours.
What is there to see near Melissani Cave and Lake?
Places worth a stop nearby: Drogarati Cave (3 km), Myrtos Beach, Kefalonia (11 km), Ithaca: Vathy and the Cave of the Nymphs (15 km) and Assos Village and Castle (15 km).
When is the best time to visit Melissani Cave and Lake?
The most pleasant months are usually April–May and October. Still fine, with some compromises, in March, June, September and November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)