Lefkada Melissa Gorge

Location: Kavallos

Located on the island's northern hills, the stunning Melissa Gorge in Lefkada is a unique sight of the island! Part of the Sfakiotes municipality, the gorge is filled with lush, awe-inspiring vegetation, featuring springs with running waters that make it a small-sized oasis! Spot friendly dogs, foxes, snakes, chirping birds, and a plethora of insects while exploring nature, whereas you may also find delicious figs and grapes before reaching the gorge!

Furthermore, visitors to Melissa Gorge will have a chance to see old abandoned mills and a handful of wells amongst the beautiful scenery! Keep in mind, though, that this is a very rough pathway, featuring many semi-broken bridges with missing wooden planks that are still not maintained at a proper level. A lack of detailed signage and weak cellphone signal also make the gorge a tricky place for a visit, so should you decide to visit Melissa, it is recommended that you come well-prepared and take plenty of water and food with you.

How to get there

Melissa Gorge is located in Sfakiotes Municipality, close to the village of Kavallos.

Private transfers: We recommend using an online pre-booked Lefkada transfer service, which provides transfer by taxi, minibus, or private VIP car and arranging a pickup directly from Aktion Airport (in Preveza) or your hotel. There's also the option of arranging a pickup by a local driver directly at the following numbers: 0030 690 707 8138, 0030 26450 26555, or 0030 699 477 6364. Alternatively, you can book your taxi online.

Car rental: There's the option of renting a car in Lefkada and picking it up directly from Aktion Aiport (in Preveza) or your hotel. Using a rental car allows visitors to discover Melissa Gorge and many other places of interest in Lefkada at their own pace.