Kalamaki is located on the south side of Zakynthos and is one of the most popular tourist resorts on the island, ideal destination for couples as well as families. Apart from the numerous restaurants, bars and tourist shops, kalamaki is known for its long sandy beach, which is suitable for children and elderly people as its waters are shallow and calm. It is the nesting place for caretta-caretta sea turtle and thus is a protected area by the National Marine park. Zakynthos town is 4km away with plenty of entertainment and dining options. Laganas, the islandʼs most popular tourist resort is also 4 km away.