Paros Park is a 800.000m² (200 acres) protected peninsula of natural and historical interest, offering various environmental & cultural activities such as: a long network walking trails, an open-air theatre and cinema, various beaches, historical sites (a 100-year old lighthouse, a medieval monastery), a museum, a beach bar/restaurant and a water ski school. Every summer, it runs an Arts Festival with various concerts and shows. The restaurant area is also available for social events hosting.
+30 22840 53573 | Naoussa,Ai Yiannis Detis (Monastiri)
Enjoy the underwater world in a relaxing way! Guided dives and snorkelling in small groups with high professional standards and respect to the environment. Introductory experiences, all SSI and PADI courses in many languages. Specialised center for children (8-15 years old) with dedicated SSI and PADI courses.
+30 22840 91008 | +30 6975 923156 | Aliki, Seafront street
Horse riding activities for children and adults- lessons and trail rides. Also offers horse training, sales and trade and boarding facilities.
Families are welcome to visit Thanassis' place, get close to the animals (cows, sheep etc.) and experience farm life in a small village by the sea.
+30 22840 53403 | +30 6998 413813 | Ambelas
Daily trips to southern Naxos & Koufonisia Islands or Delos, on a traditional wooden boat or sailing boat for adults & kids. Spend a whole day in the sea with frequent stops for swimming & snorkeling in places only reached by boat - lunch on board, wine & fruit. The 2 boats are available for private trips with custom-made routes.
+30 6972 714951 | Pisso Livadi, Marina
Sailing cruises in the Greek Islands onboard self-owned Pahi 53' catamarans. Archipel Club, established in 1962, is based on Paros and offers 2 formulas: cabin charter, for couples or singles, and Catamaran Charters with or without skipper, for groups of up to 8 persons with custom-made cruises. Departures from Paros, Athens or other ports on request.
+30 22840 22874 | +30 6932 632721 | N/A
A non-profit organization which treats and rehabilitates wild birds and mammals. Also active in protecting natural wildlife habitats and in encouraging the protection of the fauna. Member of the European Wildlife Rehabilitation Association. The centre is in need of volunteers all year round and offers accommodation.
+30 22840 22931 | +30 6944 741616 | Kamares
To the Garden is an ecological project designed and built upon applied principles of Permaculture and Sustainability. It offers a series of internships and workshops in a number of arts, crafts and practical skills and also provides idyllic retreat facilities for the Creative Artist, Writer or Scholar.
+30 22840 91524 | +30 6937 300243 | Aliki & Ageria, Kavaleto
Paros Hikes offers guided walking and hiking tours on a weekly basis, aiming to offer a genuine experience of Paros & Antiparos’ unspoiled nature. It operates in small groups, emphasizing attention to detail and safety. Tailor-made walks available too.
+30 6972 288821 | N/A
Fresh, hand-picked and brought to your door: herbs, wild weeds, wild fruits, capers, pickled vegetables, edible bulbs and anything else offered at the nature of Paros. Mr. Christos walks the mountains and the plains of island, picks its edible gifts, washes them and delivers or sends them to you - ready to eat!
+30 22840 23026 | N/A
Paros Animal Welfare Society has been active on Paros Island since 1995 and became an official body in 1999. It remains the only organization involved with the welfare of animals under human care. PAWS aims to rehome unwanted dogs and help neighborhoods manage their stray cat communities. It also monitors and reports any animal abuse and recommends good practices.
+30 6975 060927 | Tripiti
A Retreat and Meditation Center dedicated to the practice of awareness, self-development and well being: daily activities (yoga, meditation, tai-chi etc), massages, workshops and a long-stay program. The Center also runs an original Bar-Restaurant, with the very best of Asian Cuisine, and a lounge Café, with free internet access, live music events and an outstanding view.
+30 22840 28882 | Near Naoussa, in the countryside of Ambelas
Self-guided and guided walking adventures into the heart of Greek landscape and history. Walking Plus is a locally based walking tour operator on the Cyclades and the only operator offering self-guided walking holidays. Now also on Paros.
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Kokou Horse Riding Center
Operating since 1990, Kokou offers riding lessons for children & adults and organized horseback tours in the countryside for experts & beginners. Recommended by major travel guides. Transport available.
+30 22840 51818 | +30 6944 174998 | Ambelas
AWAKE Watersports & Mountain Bike
AWAKE is a team of young & enthusiastic professionals, offering a wide range of water-sports, mountain bike rentals and tours. Awake Watersports centers Punda Beach & Farangas Beach: water-skiing, wakeboarding, snorkelling, canoeing etc. with rentals & lessons. Awake Mountain Bike is based at New Golden Beach (Tserdakia) and offers MTB rentals, guided & self-guided tours. Activities packages available. Special lessons for children.
+30 6936 529302 | Pοunda Beach / Farangas Beach / New Golden Beach
Cycle Store
Bicycle parts, accessories, repairs, sales and rentals. The only bicycle store in Paros, run by devoted bikers who may also give you information on bike & mountain bike routes for Paros & Antiparos. Co-organizers of various local cycling races.
+30 22840 51026 | Naoussa, Crossroad above Piperi
Okreblue Yoga Retreat Center
A unique space on Paros offering Yoga Retreats with accommodation or you can just drop in and join the "daily yoga classes. At Okreblue your practice is surrounded by nature in spacious outdoor/indoor yoga shalas and with a professional and mindful approach. Classes available for all levels of practitioners. Personal yoga sessions or wellness coaching sessions based on Yoga and Ayurveda are available throughout the year
+30 6981 014300 | Santa Maria, Filizi Beach