How can I reach Cala Bianca?

Cala Bianca is accessible by boat from Marina di Camerota, Palinuro, or Scario, with many operators offering excursions during summer months. Boat tours often visit multiple Cilento coves in one trip. For the adventurous, there's a hiking trail from Camerota village, though it's steep, challenging, and takes roughly 60-90 minutes each way through rugged coastal terrain. The trail requires good physical condition and appropriate hiking footwear. No road access exists, which has preserved the beach's natural state. Most visitors opt for organized boat tours for convenience and safety.

Where can I eat and stay near Cala Bianca?

Cala Bianca itself has no facilities, restaurants, or services due to its protected, remote location. Visitors must bring their own food, drinking water, and supplies, and are expected to take all rubbish away. The nearest accommodation and dining options are in Camerota or Marina di Camerota, several kilometers away, offering hotels, B&Bs, apartments, and traditional restaurants. Most people visit as part of a day boat tour or beach-hopping excursion. If planning to hike in independently, pack adequate provisions as there's no shade or fresh water available at the beach itself.

Why is Cala Bianca considered special among Italian beaches?

Cala Bianca, meaning "White Cove," is celebrated for having some of Italy's clearest, most transparent water, often compared to tropical destinations. The pale, almost white pebbles contrast dramatically with the vivid turquoise sea. Its location within the Cilento National Park UNESCO site ensures protection from development. The beach's relative isolation and boat-or-hike-only access have preserved its pristine character, unlike more accessible Amalfi Coast beaches. The combination of exceptional water clarity, dramatic coastal scenery, and unspoiled natural setting makes it one of southern Italy's most photographed hidden gems.

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Cala Bianca

You anchor in cerulean shallows above a beach the color of bone, hemmed by scrub-covered cliffs. The water is so clear that your own shadow on the bottom looks sharp enough to trace.

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You anchor in cerulean shallows above a beach the color of bone, hemmed by scrub-covered cliffs. The water is so clear that your own shadow on the bottom looks sharp enough to trace.

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Cala Bianca earns its name from the limestone pebbles that line the shore and scatter across the seabed like scattered teeth. You arrive by boat—most visitors do—and as the hull noses into the shallows, you see every contour of the bottom, every weed-fringed stone, rendered in high definition through three, four, five meters of water. The transparency is dis…

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Cala Bianca

Camerota, Campania, Italy

39.9931°, 15.3850°

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At Cala Bianca

Gin-clear shallows

White stones magnifying light

Deep-water drop-off

Shelf edge into blue void

Mingardo valley descent

Two-hour trail through macchia

Aerial-perspective water

Count pebbles six meters down

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Is it safe to swim at Cala Bianca?

Swimming at Cala Bianca is generally safe in calm conditions, with famously transparent water that allows you to see the seabed clearly. The sheltered cove offers protection from waves, though sea conditions can change. The beach is pale pebbles rather than sand, and the seabed is rocky, so water shoes are highly recommended for comfort. No lifeguards are stationed at this remote beach, so swimmers should be cautious and check weather forecasts before visiting. The clear water and marine life make it popular for snorkeling in the protected Cilento coastal area.

What's the best time of year to visit Cala Bianca?

June and early September offer the best balance of excellent weather and manageable crowds at Cala Bianca. July and August bring peak season congestion, with more boats and visitors, though the water is warmest then. The beach is accessible from May through October, depending on sea conditions for boat access. Morning arrivals provide better light for appreciating the famous water clarity and taking photos. Visiting on weekdays rather than weekends helps avoid day-trippers from nearby towns. Spring and early autumn also offer pleasant temperatures for the hiking approach if you choose the trail route.