Irakli Beach
Irakli Beach
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Jay Gall
Sofia, Bulgaria180 contributions
Mar 2025 • Couples
Irakli Beach is an absolute paradise for those looking to escape the crowded tourist hotspots and experience Bulgaria’s wild, unspoiled coastline. The soft golden sand, crystal-clear waters, and surrounding greenery create a breathtaking backdrop for a truly relaxing day by the sea.
What makes Irakli special is its untouched natural beauty—there are no towering resorts or commercial developments, just raw, pristine landscapes. The water is clean and perfect for swimming, and the beach itself is spacious, meaning you can always find a quiet spot to unwind. Sunsets here are spectacular, making it a great location for photographers and nature lovers alike.
Do keep in mind that amenities are minimal, so bring your own food, water, and shade if you’re staying for the day. There are a few beach bars with drinks and snacks, but don’t expect luxury service—this is more of a laid-back, nature-focused destination.
Overall, Irakli Beach is a must-visit if you’re in Bulgaria and looking for a peaceful retreat with stunning scenery. Perfect for nature lovers, campers, and anyone who enjoys a more off-the-beaten-path experience.
Would definitely return!
What makes Irakli special is its untouched natural beauty—there are no towering resorts or commercial developments, just raw, pristine landscapes. The water is clean and perfect for swimming, and the beach itself is spacious, meaning you can always find a quiet spot to unwind. Sunsets here are spectacular, making it a great location for photographers and nature lovers alike.
Do keep in mind that amenities are minimal, so bring your own food, water, and shade if you’re staying for the day. There are a few beach bars with drinks and snacks, but don’t expect luxury service—this is more of a laid-back, nature-focused destination.
Overall, Irakli Beach is a must-visit if you’re in Bulgaria and looking for a peaceful retreat with stunning scenery. Perfect for nature lovers, campers, and anyone who enjoys a more off-the-beaten-path experience.
Would definitely return!
Written 9 March 2025
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Mzprx64
Los Angeles, CA144 contributions
Aug 2021 • Friends
One of the best Bulgarian beaches. Keep in mind that it is not fully regulated (for now), so there are not many amenities. However, they have a small bistro to have a lunch, small shop for basic groceries, restroom... Also, it is clothes optional, so don't be surprised :-)
The beach is gorgeous, the water crystal clear.
The only unpleasant thing is the road from the
main highway to the beach - it is in very bad condition, but is only 3-5 km. Parking is usually full but if you take one of the side roads you can find a place to park.
The beach is gorgeous, the water crystal clear.
The only unpleasant thing is the road from the
main highway to the beach - it is in very bad condition, but is only 3-5 km. Parking is usually full but if you take one of the side roads you can find a place to park.
Written 23 August 2021
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JednSasha
Stoke-on-Trent, UK2,634 contributions
Sept 2017
We visited Irakli and the next door Vaya beach this morning, ample about halfway between Sunny Beach and Obzor just turn off the main E87 and keep going straight on for about 1km, ignore the sign to turn right, you come to a car park 6 lev from 8am to 6pm though many cars park just before the official car park for free.
If you want a reasonably quiet beach with lot's of facilities like jet skiing, parasailing, bars, cafe's souvenir shops etc go to Obzor beach, if you want a busy total tourist beach with everything go to Sunny Beach but if you want a quiet beach where you could be half a kilometre from the next person then go to Vaya Beach and the further you go along the coast the quieter it gets, Vaya beach is quiet but with more people but once you get onto Irakli beach (about 500mtrs along) it gets quieter and quieter, Vaya beach is good for families with a couple of Café/bars though we did find the V bar to be twice the prices of the bars in Sunny Beach, there are free areas for you to use your own sunshades, sun beds, umbrellas etc and areas where these facilities are provided at a small cost, Irakli Beach is untouched with miles of open sand, as you walk South you will find more and more people go topless and walk far enough you reach the nudist area though you do not have to be nude to use that part of the beach many people will be naked. The sand is lovely all along that area of the coast and the sea perfect for swimming.
But as I said both beaches are very basic and natural though there are signs of holiday chalets being built on Vaya beach.
If you want a reasonably quiet beach with lot's of facilities like jet skiing, parasailing, bars, cafe's souvenir shops etc go to Obzor beach, if you want a busy total tourist beach with everything go to Sunny Beach but if you want a quiet beach where you could be half a kilometre from the next person then go to Vaya Beach and the further you go along the coast the quieter it gets, Vaya beach is quiet but with more people but once you get onto Irakli beach (about 500mtrs along) it gets quieter and quieter, Vaya beach is good for families with a couple of Café/bars though we did find the V bar to be twice the prices of the bars in Sunny Beach, there are free areas for you to use your own sunshades, sun beds, umbrellas etc and areas where these facilities are provided at a small cost, Irakli Beach is untouched with miles of open sand, as you walk South you will find more and more people go topless and walk far enough you reach the nudist area though you do not have to be nude to use that part of the beach many people will be naked. The sand is lovely all along that area of the coast and the sea perfect for swimming.
But as I said both beaches are very basic and natural though there are signs of holiday chalets being built on Vaya beach.
Written 12 September 2017
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bigu19
Bucharest280 contributions
Aug 2019
very populated. crowded. limited conditions, and very expensive. there is no parking space. you park at 2 km on the roadside. I do not recommend.
Written 13 August 2019
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Anders H
Halmstad13 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
Nice beach at a protected area which means that it's not yet to exploited.
If you're lucky you might get to see a turtle crossing the road.
There is a beach bar and a small convenient store in the area.
Sun bathing chairs are offered at different price ranges but this is optional.
Also lots of work is put every day to keep the beach clean.
If you're lucky you might get to see a turtle crossing the road.
There is a beach bar and a small convenient store in the area.
Sun bathing chairs are offered at different price ranges but this is optional.
Also lots of work is put every day to keep the beach clean.
Written 11 July 2017
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Anastazija K
Shtip, Republic of North Macedonia34 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
Good beach where no one bothers anyone. You can put your umbrella almost anywhere. It’s a sandy beach, so no rocks. The sea was very wavy, there was a red flag appointed (so no swimming, but for your own safety). The road to Irakli Beach is bad, many curves on the “good” part of the road. Close to the beach there is a local road that is not recognized by Google Maps and there is no asphalt on it!
Written 14 August 2019
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Deborah C
Worcester, UK103 contributions
Aug 2019 • Solo
Whilst this is a fantastic beach it is sadly no longer the hidden gem it used to be it is now becoming much more commercialised although still a lot less so than many other beaches. It is still an awesome place to visit. If u want sun loungers you can either pay 42 lev for 2 loungers and an umbrella with a cushion for the lounger, with water and fruit or 21 lev for two sun loungers no cushion and an umbrella. Sadly solo travellers not catered for as u have to pay the same price even if u only want 1 bed. The 21 lev also gives acres to a toilet which is ok and is as clean as the previous person who used it. This beach is well worth a visit despite the recent changes. Great to see camping still allowed.
Written 8 August 2019
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BMarya19
Iasi, Romania19 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
Grat beach near Obzor, a good alternative if you want to escape beaches with lots of people. Here you can find space to enjoy the sean and sun without costs. If you’re looking for more comfort, at Irakli beach they have very comfortable sunbeds as well as a restaurant right on the beach. The sunbeds cost 43 leva per day (for 2 persons) and includes fruits, water and towels.
If you want to spend quality time at the beach, this is the place.
If you want to spend quality time at the beach, this is the place.
Written 1 July 2019
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DorotaJen
11 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
Irakli and Vaya Beaches are best beaches on Black Sea Coast Bulgaria. The views are just stunning. There is a restaurant and toilet on Vaya Beach
Written 11 April 2017
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Konstantin S
Лобня29 contributions
Jul 2016 • Family
Shower, toilet, cheep food, rent an umbrella, parking at the North part of beach.
Nudists, nature at the South part.
Nudists, nature at the South part.
Written 30 July 2016
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Hello, does anybody know if the bungalows that has been build on the beach side are open for rent? Any contact would be great! Thanks. Regards Tobias
Written 23 April 2019
golubovanv
Kyiv, Ukraine
Добрый день! Не подскажете, можно ли доехать на велосипедах из Обзора до пляжа Иракли?
Written 4 July 2018
При большом желании можно! Но дорога узковата, а поток машин не малый. Да и дорога как горный серпантин с крытыми поворотами и виражами!
Written 12 September 2018
Были с мужем в сентябре 2017! Погода супер, но ветер сильный был! План очень понравился. Чистый песочек и водичка!
Written 28 January 2018
Phobique et Cardiaque, y-a-t-il des serpents sur cette plage ou d'autres plages, lieux (merci de dire les noms) en bulgarie? Sur le web, on dit qu'il y en a beaucoup là-bas? Merci
Snake Phobea and Heart problem, is there snake on this beach or another beaches, (thanks to write the names) places in bulgaria? On the web, it said that there's a lot ? Thanks
Written 29 May 2016
Подскажите телефоны снятия оренды жилья на Ираклии или телефоны администрации пляжа Vaya Beach.
Written 20 August 2015
зайдите на сайт pochivka.bg думаю там можно найти контакты
Written 21 August 2015
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