With the Euro getting stronger and stronger, it seems like a vacation in Greece -or anywhere in Europe for that matter – will cost you an arm and a leg. However, if you don’t care for 4 star facilities, are pretty much bored of hostels and love the nature, a campsite is the perfect choice. Prices are low, nature is close and most campsites even offer private rooms.

“The 10 best campsites in Greece” (Times Online) presents ten of the most beautiful places to camp. The list is interesting -and a good place to start searching for the best location – but there’s something missing: the most popular campsite in Greece!

So, without further comments, let’s look at some of the loveliest campsites in Greece -as per what I think (and other travelers).

Mykonos Camping

Mykonos is, in general, considered an expensive island. However, you can spend a lovely vacation here right on the beach…actually right behind Paradise Beach. There are bungalows available for renting but you can also put your own tent up. There’s a cheap restaurant which services the camp site and the supermarket is close by. Not to mention you are just minutes away from the beach.

During the high season, a bed in the dorm costs between €15.00 and €20.00 (Aug 1 to 18) per night for an adult. To stay in a bungalow, you’ll have to pay between €15.00 and €30.00 per night for an adult. To set up a large tent, it will cost you €8.00 per night and €10.00 per night for an adult (€5.00 for a child).

Corfu Camping Village – Dionysus

Located really close to Corfu Town, the camping site is a budget traveler’s paradise. Due to its location – close to town, port and airport – , staying here makes exploring the island of Corfu really easy. The campsite is located in an olive grove and there’s a beach close by (at 300 meters).

The complex offers a restaurant, bar, swimming pool, supermarket and showers. There’s a volleyball court as well as a badminton court. You can stay in basic Caribbean-style “huts” (which accommodate 2 to 4 people) or you can rent a tent.

During the high season (July to end of August) the “huts” (bungalows) cost €11.80 per person per night, while renting a tent costs €9.50 per night. An adult pays €5.80 per night to stay in the campsite while the price for a child is €3.40 per night. If you bring your own tent you’ll pay only €4.10 per night to set it up in the campground.

Parga Enjoy-Lichnos

The Enjoy-Lichnos campsite is located close to the village of Parga -one of the most beautiful villages on the Greek west coast – and right by the sea. There are places to set your tent or campervan. You can use all the modern water and electricity facilities (€4.00). The campsite also offers private rooms for rent for €55 per night during the high season.

The price for setting up a tent is €4.50 per night for a big tent during the high season (mid-June to end of August). An adult pays €5.50 per night while the price for a child is €3.50.

>>read more details about Enjoy-Lichnos campsite here

Lefkas Kastri Campsite

Perched on a hill overlooking the Ionian sea, right on the southernmost tip of Leftkas, Kastri Campsite is perfect for families. The campsite offers a children’s playground and the possibility to go scuba diving or snorkeling. The campsite has a restaurant, bar, cooking facilities (€6.20) and even internet access.

To set up a large tent you’ll pay €6.50 per night during the high season (July to end of August). If you need to rent a tent it costs€10.20. An adult pays €8.50 per night while the price for a child is €4.70.

>>read more details about Lefkas Kastri Campsite here

Zakynthos Tartaruga Campsite

If you want to experience some of the best views in Greece, Zakynthos is definitely the place to stay. The campsite is located on the southern end of the Bay of Laganas in a lovely olive grove. The campsite extends from the tavern to the beach and offers great views of the sea and a small island nearby (which can be reached by boat).

To set up a large tent you’ll pay €4.00 per night during the high season (July to end of August). If you need to rent a tent, it costs €7.00. Electricity costs €3.20 per night. The price for an adult is €5.00 per night, while for a child is €2.90 per night.

>>read more details about Zakynthos Tartaruga Campsite here