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With its almost year-round sunny weather, beautiful bays sporting Loggerhead turtles, stunning countryside walks and photogenic whitewashed villages perched upon the hillsides; it is easy to understand why the Greek island of Kefalonia has been cited as being the \u2018island of dreams\u2019.<\/p>\n

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If you are lucky enough to be heading off to Kefalonia this year then check out three great activities on Kefalonia, the \u2018island of dreams.\u2019<\/p>\n

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Kayaking<\/strong><\/p>\n

Kefalonia was simply made for kayaking, as Pavlos and Yvonne Georgilas, who run Monte Nero Activites on the island, certainly know! Offering an extensive range of excursions around Kefalonia that can be tailored to cater for all levels of ability and fitness, kayaking is one of the best activities on Kefalonia and a great\u00a0way to explore this magical island.<\/p>\n

One of the most popular kayaking excursions Monte Nero Activities offers is a trip that starts at Agios Kiriaki Bay on the Lixouri peninsula. During this seven-hour seaborne voyage, kayakers explore sea caves, deserted coves, breath-taking views of the open sea and shoreline in the distance, and if you\u2019re lucky you may even catch a glimpse of one of the six most endangered mammals in the world, the Mediterranean monk seals.<\/p>\n

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Join in the \u2018Volta\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n

Asides being ablaze with a lively nightlife scene and a copious amount of water sports, there\u2019s one more \u2018subdued\u2019 and \u2018relaxed\u2019 pastime that is a favourite in the busy working town of Argostoli \u2013 the capital of Kefalonia. In the summer months especially, the extensive esplanade of King George II Avenue is a favourite spot for taking a \u2018volta\u2019, which is essentially an evening stroll.<\/p>\n

This traditional social occasion is immensely popular on Kefalonia, where locals of all ages stroll about and chatter with those they encounter on route! If you want to experience a touch of Kefalonian culture then be sure to join in the \u2018volta\u2019 at sunset.<\/p>\n

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The Mazarakata Tombs<\/strong><\/p>\n

Dedicating a day visiting the eerie Mazarakata Tombs located between the villages of Metaxata and Lakythra is one of our highly recommended activities on Kefalonia. These ancient graves were excavated in 1908 and remain a remarkably tranquil and pensive place to spend a few hours musing over the island\u2019s ancient history.<\/p>\n

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