In addition, three of the best beaches of Samos island are at the west of the village: Lemonakia, Tsamadou and Tsabou.
They can all be reached easily on foot or by car and there is a frequent bus service from Kokkari to these beaches.

Sea kayaking tends to attract people of all ages that enjoy a long day of exploration or a small paddling tour. Thus it can be as peaceful or exhilarating as you (and the weather) can make it. Quiet and low to the water it creates an atmosphere conducive to discovery, adventure and relaxation.

From the rhythmic sound of the paddle parting the vitreous water, to the hiss of the kayak as it cleaves the surface while catching a wave, sea kayaking offers the sensation of being at one with the sea.

It has one of the most extensive networks of paths and walking routes of any Greek island, with plenty of shade for walking in summer.

There are twenty-eight walks that are possible in Samos having Kokkari as a starting point. Their duration ranges from 1 hour to a whole day. These walks offer a unique opportunity to observe and even study the extensive flora and fauna of Samos.

Olympia Hotels recommend the walker’s guide ‘Walks in the Kokkari Area of Samos’

There is an organized windsurfing centre 500 meters away from Olympia Hotels offering lessons for all levels, and equipment rentals. The center has the latest F2-Boards and Neil Pryde-sails on the racks and is surrounded by a grass area to set up on.

Windsurfing competitions take place every summer attracting a large number of local and foreign windsurfers.

Olympia Hotels offer storage and airport transfers of equipment.

Mountain biking races are organised every summer, having Kokkari as the starting and finishing point, by the Prefecture of Samos and Samos Sports Authority
Helmet and mountain bike rentals are available in a variety of Places in Kokkari. Olympia Hotels recommend Easy Rider Rentals and The Wind Surfing Centre rentals.

Olympia Hotels offer storage and airport transfers of equipment.

Those who are willing to explore the underwater Samos, they will encounter a colorful seabed, covered with sea sponges, seashells of all kinds, sea stars, sea urchins and all kinds of marine life typical of the Eastern Mediterranean.

It is not uncommon to encounter dolphins or even monk seals in deeper waters and in remote areas and caves.

There are established routes in the area of Potami, near the Monastery of Zoodohos Pigi, on Mount Kerkis and Pythagorio. All field are clearly marked by the Trekking Association of Samos..

The ancient port of Pythagorio and the Temple of Hera are designated World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. The archaeological museums of Samos and Pythagorio house unique artifacts of Samos ancient past.
There are several other museums in Vathi, Mitilinoi, Pythagorio and Karlovassi
Monasteries of great historic and religious importance are: Megali Panagia, Stavros, Agia Zoni, Zoodohos Pigi, Vrodiani and others.
Festivals such as the Manolis Kalomiris Festival, Iraia and Karlovassia host every year a variety of world class artistic performances and ancient Greek tragedies.