Tokmakia Islands: Mytilene's Turquoise Paradise

13-07-2026 Midilli
Tokmakia Islands: Mytilene's Turquoise Paradise

Tokmakia Islands: Mytilene's Turquoise Paradise


The Tokmakia Islands are protected turquoise islets located in the northeast of Mytilene and accessible only by sea. In this guide, you can find information about their location, history, natural life, transportation, and travel tips.


Where Are the Tokmakia Islands?

The Tokmakia Islands are a group of small islands and rocks off the coast of Mantamados on the island of Mytilene. The area can only be reached by boat.


Natural Features

Thanks to the white seabed, high water clarity, and shallow coves, the water has an extraordinary turquoise appearance. The area is within the Natura 2000 protected zone.


Ecological Importance

With Posidonia oceanica seagrass meadows, reefs, sea caves, and rich marine life, it is one of the Aegean's important natural areas.


Activities to Do

Swimming, snorkeling, boat tours, underwater photography, nature watching, and landscape photography.


Transportation

There is no land connection. It can be visited by boat tours from Mytilene or by private boats.


Conclusion

The Tokmakia Islands are one of Mytilene's most special natural treasures. Due to their natural structure and protected status, it is very important to act with respect for the environment when visiting.



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Frequently Asked Questions

Our tours depart from the Dikili Port. Check-in and boarding procedures are carried out at the port by the GÜVENTUR team.
Yes, the door visa is valid throughout the season. It is only issued on the dates determined by the Greek authorities. Documents are submitted for the application following GÜVENTUR's guidance.
You can make an online reservation through our website or quickly create a registration via our WhatsApp line.

Guests holding a red passport must submit the following documents to us at least 4-5 days before their travel date for their Lemnos visa on arrival application:

  • Passport: A photocopy of a passport with at least 3 months validity, 2 blank pages, and no entry stamp from Northern Cyprus.
  • Biometric Photo: Two biometric photos taken within the last 6 months with a white background.
  • Financial Documents: Bank account statements showing balance for the last 3 months and a photocopy of the Turkish Republic identity card.
  • Reservation Documents: Round-trip Lemnos ferry tickets and an approved hotel reservation confirmation (GÜVENTUR automatically adds these documents to your application file).
  • Application Form: A fully completed and signed visa on arrival application form.

Yes, a valid passport is required.

Holders of green passports can enter without a visa.

For holders of red passports, a visa on arrival or Schengen visa is required.

Yes, we offer car rental services in Lesbos through GÜVENTUR. Delivery can be made at the port.
We have daily, 1 night stay and 2 nights stay tour options available.

Yes, all individuals traveling to Lesvos Island, regardless of age (including infants and children), are required to have a valid passport and visa (for holders of red passports). Discounted age rates apply for Lesvos Ferry Tickets and door visa applications for children aged 0-12.