EXPERIENCES

Enjoy a round of golf at Greece’s first 18-hole championship golf courses, with a full service

Clubhouse. Play the seaside Dunes Course, designed by former US Masters champion and

Ryder Cup Captain Bernhard Langer in association with European Golf Design, or the nearby

18-hole Bay Course, designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr., directly over historic Navarino Bay

with sublime views.

At the state-of-the-art Navarino Golf Academy, players of all levels can benefit from multi-

lingual coaching from experienced PGA Professionals. The Academy also provides Platzreife

’Green Card’ courses.

The Anazoe Spa experience offers a full range of treatments

developed from health and beauty practices of ancient Greece.

The unique olive-oil treatments (oleotherapy®) are based on

local therapies inscribed on clay tablets discovered at the nearby

Palace of Nestor.

Individualized to address your specific needs, treatments are

administered to the accompaniment of soothing music deriving

from ancient Greek modes and scales, in a serene environment of

ice-grotto rooms, mist showers and herbal saunas.

The signature treatments are further enhanced by the use of

exclusive local elements such as Messinian olive oil, fresh herbs and

sea salts, along with select products from around the globe.

AUTHENTIC VILLAGE COOKING

Visit our picturesque village home and

discover traditional Messinian cooking with

the help of local women who will share

authentic family recipes passed down from

mother to daughter. You will learn how to

prepare a typical full Messinian menu, using

regional techniques and fresh ingredients,

followed by lunch and the opportunity to

savor the food prepared.

HOMEMADE BREAD MAKING

The secrets of traditional Messinian baking

revealed…by the experts, local women who

will show you how to make delicious breads

such as the elaborately adorned kentimeni

pita (literally, ‘embroidered bread’).

The following day, these baked breads will be

served in the breakfast area for you to try.

seasonal activities

OLIVE HARVESTING Experience first-hand one of Messinia’s most enduring agricultural

and culinary traditions, as you participate in each step of the

olive’s seasonal journey from tree to table.

Harvest a quantity of olives the age-old way, visit a nearby mill

where you will help make the oil and discern the subtle flavors of

the region’s renowned extra virgin olive oil, accompanied by a

traditional meal.

WINE HARVESTING Wine grapes have been cultivated in Messinia since Homeric

times. Share in the local knowledge, experience a private tour

to the Navarino Vineyards, learn and participate in the grape

treading and join a wine tasting seminar lead by an experienced

sommelier.

MAGIC OF SHADOWS (complimentary to guests)

As the sun goes down over Costa Navarino, prepare yourself for

the enchanting world of Karagiozis shadow theater. A popular

Form of entertainment throughout Greece, the fascinating

puppet characters have delighted Messinian families of generations.

SONGS AROUND THE TABLE (complimentary to guests)

Various social events bring Messinians together to eat, drink and

sing. One such occasion is the preparation of food. Join a group of

local women, seated around a large wooden table, as they make

traditional delicacies and sing regional folk songs a cappella.

STORYTELLING (complimentary to guests)

Discover the timeless allure of storytelling, one of the oldest

means through which cultures have passed down values,

traditions and beliefs. A talented storyteller and two virtuoso

musicians bring to life tales of the past.

THE ART OF MOSAIC

Take a crash course in the ancient art of mosaic

and learn the main construction technique. You

will then be given the opportunity to make your

own replicas of original motifs discovered at

archaeological sites in Messinia.

Against the idyllic backdrop of the Messinian countryside, discuss important modern-day

issues through the prism of the ancient Greek philosophical thinking.

Together with esteemed university professors, select the topic of your interest and try to

find answers to it by drawing on the wisdom of the past.

PHILOSOPHY WALKS

Experience the famous Ancient Greek Symposium, where philosophic brain storming

combines with a gastronomical experience on all levels, introducing the fundamental flavors

of Ancient Greek cuisine in their raw form, borrowed from the ancestral recipes of wellness.

ANCIENT GREEK SYMPOSIUM

WINE SEMINARS

Wine tasting seminars, led by an experienced sommelier, at which you can assess the characteristics of some Greek and local famous varieties.

"Astronomy Nights" is a new interactive experience at Costa

Navarino organized by the Navarino Environmental Observatory

and Navarino Natura Hall by Hellenic Post Bank.

As a visitor for this observing activity, you investigate the cosmos

as conceived from a Messinian's view angle, in small groups of 5-7

people under the guidance of trained staff.

This unique astronomical experience includes observation of planets,

like Saturn and its rings, features on the Moon, Jupiter and its

satellites, beautiful nebulae such as Orion, galaxies, stars and

many others.

ASTRONOMY NIGHTS

Discover the unspoiled countryside of Messinia with its rich history and traditions through

carefully planned hiking and biking tours for all levels, run by professionals. There is also a

Bike Station offering a wide range of quality bikes for those who wish to explore the

countryside independently.

Bike to Voidokilia beach, voted among the Best Beaches around the world by ’’The Times’’, or

hike to plenty of sites of natural and historical interest, such as the Tomb of Thrasymedes, the

sparkling waterfalls of Polylimnio and the impressive ruins of the 13th century fortress of

Paleokastro.

Our multilingual staff will also offer you a guided tour to the sites of visit.

BIRDWATCHING

Observe more than 270 of birds species, many

rare during a leisurely hike to Gialova lagoon,

featured among the most important stopovers

in Greece for migratory birds and designated

as a special protection area in the EU-wide

ecological network Natura 2000.

This experience is enhanced by dedicated staff

of the Hellenic Ornithological Society, the

national partner of BirdLife International, who

will offer an insight into the flora, fauna,

habitats and endangered species of the area.

Enjoy Messinia’s clear blue waters and discover underwater secrets whilst scuba diving or

snorkeling in an area once frequented by notorious pirates such as Katoulias of Proti island.

Explore the beauty of the undersea world and experience the wonders of Mediterranean

marine life. Swim alongside the rare Caretta Caretta turtles and spot some of the large fish

that inhabit or visit the area.

Take your first underwater breaths and learn how to scuba dive with experienced instructors.

Go kayaking with friends or take part in an escorted half- or full-day trip. Try Stand Up

Paddleboarding or Kitesurfing, with private lessons for beginners and advanced

coaching from experienced instructors. Make the most of one of the best Surfing and

Windsurfing spots in Greece to learn the basics or hone your skills.

The beach yoga is the ultimate stress release activity.

Experience a private session during the sunset time in the Dunes Beach, guided by our

specialized trained staff and take your own private journey of meditation and spiritual uplift,

through the ultimate coordination of breath and movement.

Navarino Sea Yachting offers guests a memorable adventure in the storied waters off the

coast of Messinia.

Join our experienced skipper and crew aboard sailing or motor yachts for one-day cruises

and discover the secrets of this crossroads of ancient civilizations.

Master your shot at the Navarino Racquet Academy, during private racquet lessons, or just

book one of our four tennis courts amidst lush olive groves and play with our professional

coaches. Tennis enthusiasts enjoy the finest coaching, kids receive the best introduction to

racquet sports through Mini Tennis, Squash provides an excellent cardiovascular workout

and Badminton helps improve explosive strength and coordination. Padel is easy to pick

up, while Table Tennis is one of the few sports that allows adults and children to compete

with each other. Fun-based sports such as Table Tennis, Racquethlon, Badminton,

Speedminton, Beach Tennis & Beach Racquets are also available.

Indoor options offered at the cutting edge Sports & Entertainment Center include a full

range of sporting activities such as bowling, basketball, volleyball and five-a-side

football, as well as extensive areas for meditation and workout classes.”

SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT CENTER

COCOON (4 months- 3 years old)

The Cocoon childcare center offers a safe

environment where kids can take part in

play-based activities that enhance their

senses and develop their skills. Under the

close supervision of qualified staff, our

youngest visitors will never be bored as

they make friends and learn new things

through song, dance, storytelling, role

playing and musical games.

SANDCASTLE (4 -12 years old)

The SandCastle invites you on the

adventure of a lifetime, with exciting,

age-specific activities and overnight stay

options. Discover the magical world of

Greek mythology as you follow in the

steps of Hercules and make your own

ancient costumes. Live the thrill of pirate

adventures and hunt for valuable

treasure.

KIDS EXPERIENCES

Art is a fundamental aspect of the Costa Navarino

experience, with original works by Greek and

international artists forming an integral part of the

interior designs.

A 90-minute guided tour of the art collections gives

guests the opportunity to gain an appreciation of

artworks and artifacts of the 17th-19th centuries,

especially from the wider area of Messinia, including

maps, engravings, rare books and weapons from the

Greek War of Independence.

The tour also introduces visitors to more contemporary

pieces, many of which were inspired by local nature and

the projects undertaken at Costa Navarino to preserve

the important natural habitats of the region and maintain

biodiversity.

ART TOUR

The Navarino Natura Hall by TT offers an exciting learning experience for all ages. An

innovation in Greece, the interactive exhibition center uses the very latest digital

technologies to inform visitors and locals about the uniqueness and beauty of Messinia’s

natural habitats while raising environmental awareness, particularly among young

people.

Specially designed programs for children, featuring an imaginative combination of

games, films and touch screens, present fascinating information about the

environmental protection and region’s diverse flora and fauna in an uncomplicated and

highly entertaining way.

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