Description
The Salt pans are a group of segregated shallow pools partitoned by small walls running along side a causeway between the sea of Elounda and the Island of Kolokitha (Spinalonga), together with a headland of scrub and olive groves, this area becomes a magnet for migratory bird species. Red-backed Shrike, Spotted Flycatcher, Red-breasted Flycatcher,Northern Wheatear, Hoopoe, Common Kingfisher, Curlew Sandpiper, Little Stint, Common Greenshank, Willow Warbler, Sardinian Warbler can all be found in this area.
Details
Access
Parking on the road at the side of the Salt pans in permissable and free.
Terrain and Habitat
Scattered trees and bushes, Beach, WetlandConditions
FlatCircular trail
YesIs a telescope useful?
Can be usefulGood birding season
Spring, AutumnBest time to visit
Spring migration, Autumn migrationRoute
Unpaved roadDifficulty walking trail
Average walkAccessible by
FootBirdwatching hide / platform
NoExtra info
Great to explore early mornings before beach goers arrive and best visited in spring and Autumn.
Birdingplaces Near
Plaka