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Ecotourism in Greece

Greece is opening up for ecotourism - here are some options for the aware traveler.

Alonissos

Explore this unique island with its rich marine life.

Earthwatch

While not a typical tour operator, Earthwatch provides opportunities to do environmental work for about the same price as a standard tour.

Greece - Wildlife Tours of Greece - Crete with Honeyguide Tours

Explore the rich and unique flora and fauna of Crete with UK-based Honeyguide Tours.

Greece Travel - Volunteer to Help Turtles in Greece - Ecotourism in Greece

Volunteer to help turtles on the Greek island of Cefalonia (Kefallonia, Kefalonia).

Greece's Autumn Secret

There's a springtime hidden in the fall - discover the late wildflowers of Greece.

National Marine Park of the Sporades

Greece's largest marine park offers protection to endangered species in the Greek isles.

Saving Endangered Greek Sea Turtles - Turtle Rescue - Katelios Group Turtle...

Volunteers and staffers work together in Greece to save endangered "Caretta caretta" sea turtles.

The Other Wild Life in Greece

Natural wonders and wonderful organizations tending the wildlife of Greece.

Wild Horses of Cephalonia

A rare breed is disappearing from Cephalonia, but rescue efforts may succeed in saving these beautiful small horses.

Animals at the Attica Zoo

Great photos of the birds at the new zoo near the airport at Spata. From Matt Barrett.

Birds of Skopelos

Detailed listing, with many photos, of the dozens of bird species on the Greek island of Skopelos.

Ecotourism on Zakynthos

Stay at a farm, visit a natural paradise, and learn to cook local specialties with these travel providers on Zakynthos, also called Zante.

Explore Greece by Sea Kayak

Become one with the waters and wild landscapes of Greece with these non-invasive tours offering hiking, kayaking, and other environmentally-respectful activities. From Northwest Passage.

Honeyguide - Wildlife Holidays to Crete and Lesvos

Explore the wildlife of Greece up close and personal with Honeyguide's expert tours.

Kerkini Lake

Over two hundred species of birds flock to this lake in Serres, an example of successful wildlife management in Greece.

Selinari Gorge - Crete

This beautiful area features reserves for the rare Kri Kri goat and the Griffon Vulture, which can sometimes be observed in the gorge.

Wildflower Wonders - The 50 Best Wildflower Sites in the World

Greece is beautiful any time of year - but if you travel during the two best seasons for wildflowers, it will be even more spectacular than you expected.

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