Ionian Islands camping works best with a clear base and a realistic route. This guide focuses on Sami and Kefalonia, with practical advice for choosing accommodation, budgeting and planning a first visit.

Information checked: October 16, 2026. Availability, operating dates and prices require confirmation before booking.

Ionian Islands camping: choosing your base

Camping Karavomilos: This Sami-area campsite on Kefalonia lists washing and cooking facilities, motorhome service facilities and a pool café-restaurant. Reserve for the island you intend to explore rather than treating the Ionian Islands as one road itinerary.

Camping prices and booking

Published 2026 rates give two adults, a small tent and a car a total of €24 per night in May–June and September, or €31 in July–August. Electricity adds €4 or €5 respectively. Confirm availability and the final booking total.

Tell the operator how many adults and children will travel, the dimensions of your equipment and whether you need a powered pitch. Ask about deposits, cancellation terms and late arrival arrangements. Keep the written confirmation with your travel documents.

Nature and cultural visits

Leave space for relaxed coastal time around Sami. Ferries, vehicle carriage and onward island connections require separate booking checks; a campsite booking does not include transport.

For background and visit planning, consult Camping facilities in Sami. Recheck visitor access, seasonal closures and ticket arrangements immediately before your trip.

Food and practical stops

The on-site café-restaurant offers a convenient meal stop. Check service hours, especially outside the main summer period.

Carry drinking water and keep food protected from heat. Build shopping and laundry into a longer camping journey rather than assuming every small stop offers the same services.

Free camping and overnight parking

No authorised free overnight camping location was verified for this itinerary. A beach car park or an online map marker does not establish permission to camp. Use an organised campsite or obtain clear guidance from the competent local authority for the exact place and activity.

When to go and what to pack

Check campsite opening dates before choosing a quieter travel period. Pack sun protection, suitable footwear, a first-aid kit and clothing for changing weather. Follow current fire restrictions and keep cooking arrangements within the campsite’s rules.

Plan driving and sightseeing as separate blocks, with time for breaks and unfamiliar roads. Confirm ferry requirements for island trips and vehicle access for narrow approaches. Read the Greece camping guide to compare regions and build a route that fits your available days.