STOUPA VILLAGE:
Stoupa is a very well known family vacation destination. The Bungalow is located approximately 100 m from the main sandy beach of Stoupa. The village is built around three bays. Two of the beaches have very fine sand and are child friendly due to the shallow waters along the shoreline. The third beach, Halikora, has small pebbles and is an ideal place for snorkeling. Umbrellas and sunbeds are available for rental. Just off the beaches, there are some cafes that offer cold drinks and light meals for lunch. Kayaks and pedaloes can be rented from either Stoupa or Kalogria beach. Small motorboats are also available for rental from Stoupa beach. Because Stoupa is a small village, everything is within an easy walk. Tavernas, fine gift shops, a phsrmscy, supermarket and sundry rental shop are all in the village. For more adventurous souls, cars, motor scooters, and 'buggys' can also be rented.
EXCURSIONS:
Stoupa is in the middle of a very beautiful area. Along the coast there are several other charming villages to visit (Kardimili, Agios Nikolaos, Agios Dimitrios, and Trachila). Each is unique and all are well worth a visit. There is a paved path along the coastline between Stoupa and Agios Nikolaos. It is specifically designated for either pedestrian or bicycle use, and is about 2 km in length. It offers wonderful sea views from one side and a mountain background on the other. In a distance from 4 - 18 km from Stoupa, there are lovely mountain villages to explore that take you back in time to 50 or more years ago. Most of them have a small taverna or two where you can stop and enjoy dishes prepared with local products. There are two separate loops that can be driven. Each of them passes through several villages and you can take anywhere from one hour to all day to complete your journey.
OTHER ACTIVITIES:
The area is rich in wild flowers almost all year round. There are day boat excursions offered in season. They go to various places in the Messinian Bay, including the famous caves of Pirgos Dirou. During the spring and autumn, there are various interesting walks in the area. There are local books available that describe the most popular walks. In Kardimili, there is a mountaineering shop that offers guided mountain tours and bicycle tours.
Other Activities:
fitness gym, snorkelling, small boat and kayak rental