Wildlife· Samos· Greece — Dodecanese, Sporades & North Aegean
Seitani Monk Seal Coast (Samos)
37° 46.2′ N · 26° 38.1′ E
The roadless coast around Mikro and Megalo Seitani is part of the Natura 2000 network because it hosts the endangered Mediterranean monk seal (Monachus monachus).
Practical
Sightings are not guaranteed. If you see a seal, keep your distance, cut engines and do not enter sea caves where seals rest or pup. No facilities; access by boat in calm weather or by trail from Potami.
Best for
Chance of a rare monk seal sighting
Nearby
- Megalo Seitani (Samos)0.1 NM away
- Mikro Seitani (Samos)1 NM away
- Potami Beach (Samos)1.9 NM away
- Potami Waterfalls (Samos)1.9 NM away
- Agios Isidoros Bay & Traditional Shipyard (Samos)2.3 NM away
- Mount Kerkis Hike (Samos)2.6 NM away
- Varsamo Beach (Samos)2.6 NM away
- Karlovasi Fuel, Water & Power (Samos)2.7 NM away
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