Kefalonia (Cephalonia) is the largest of the Ionian islands and is considered as the jewel of the Ionian. The island is generously endowed by nature, a place with rare geological phenomena, mysterious caves, therapeutic springs and subterranean water with superb beaches, traditional villages and rich archaeological finds.

Kefalonia lies opposite the west coast of the Peloponnese. To it's north-east is the island of Ithaka. The Kefalonian people are renowned for their friendly hospitality as can often be witnessed as you travel around the island.

Agia Efimia and the Pylaros Valley is 'quality Greece' and offers a stunning location for a memorable holiday. The area is centrally located on the island and makes an excellent base from where to explore the many places of interest and beautiful beaches.

For those visitors demanding more than stunning scenery and superb beaches, Agia Efimia and the surrounding area offers a wealth of things to do and places to see.

Horse-riding is available close-by at the Bavarian Equestrian Centre, Agia Efimia boasts a world class scuba dive school catering for both the inexperienced and certified diver, boat hire, yacht and catamaran charter are available from Agia Efimia as is car hire, scooter hire and bicycle hire. Various sea sports, including water skiing, are offered just a few kilometers away on the beautiful beach of Anti-Samos, close to the port town of Sami.

There are numerous designated walking trails within the area, many small villages and hamlets where time has "stood still" and the area boasts a fine selection of restaurants, tavernas, cafe bars, supermarkets and numerous independent shops.