Melissini Beekeeping Experience
Overview
If you enjoy discovering unique and local activities and losing yourself in the beauty of nature, you're in the right place!
Beekeeping is a genuine part of Greek tradition and rural life in Lefkada, a practice that is slowly fading as the years pass.
Our goal is to offer you the best side of greek hospitality, the one that nature provides on its own and simply guide you through this activity with respect for the bees and the environment they thrive in.
What's Included
- We provide gloves, beekeeping suit, tools
- Private transportation
- We don't provide shoes
Meeting Location
Epar.Od. Lefkas - Vasilikis 112
Kalligoni 311 00, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Beekeeper for a Day!
Join us for an unforgettable beekeeping adventure in Lefkada!
Suit up in your beekeeping costume and dive into the fascinating world of bees with us, Julia and Stathis, 3rd generation beekeepers. Discover the importance of bees as pollinators and learn about honey, pollen, and royal jelly production.
Briefing: Learn basic beekeeping principles and safety rules.
Gear Up: We provide beekeeping suits, gloves, and tools.
Hive Exploration: Light the smoker and open the hive. Hold a frame and observe worker bees, pollen, honey, and larvae. You might even spot the queen!
Experience the calming buzz, the scent of honeycomb, and the taste of fresh honey. Discover a hidden side of the island you can't miss!
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- People allergic to bee's sting are not allowed to participate
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Melissini Beekeeping Experience?
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Activity code: C-5491952P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- We provide gloves, beekeeping suit, tools.
- Private transportation.
- We don't provide shoes.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Melissini Beekeeping Experience is as follows:
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- People allergic to bee's sting are not allowed to participate
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Melissini Beekeeping Experience will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- We provide gloves, beekeeping suit, tools
- Private transportation
- We don't provide shoes
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- People allergic to bee's sting are not allowed to participate
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
