Fees · Destination Guide
Kefalonia
Ionian wrecks, blue caverns, turtle harbors, and mountain days in one Greek island trip
Updated Apr 26, 2026 • 26 sources
Fees And Permits
Confirm these fees before you book so your operator plan and day budget match what you will pay onsite.
Fees You Can't Skip
- Climate Crisis Resilience Fee - Varies by accommodation type and season
- Kefalonia marine park or dive tag - No Kefalonia-specific marine park tag found in official island guidance
- Typical payment pattern: Kefalonia does not plan like a destination with a single dive park tag.
What people usually pay
Kefalonia does not plan like a destination with a single dive park tag. Budget instead for Greece's accommodation climate fee, operator dive prices, ferry or car logistics, and any visa costs that apply to your nationality. For heritage sites, the real permit issue is behavioral: dive with licensed operators, stay within legal site boundaries, and never remove artifacts.
| Fee | Amount | Applies to | Where to pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Climate Crisis Resilience Fee | Varies by accommodation type and season Per room, apartment, or rental unit per night | Most visitor accommodation in Greece | Collected by hotels, rooms-to-let, villas, or short-term rental hosts | This replaced the previous accommodation tax. Confirm the current amount with your lodging before arrival because rates can change by accommodation class and travel season. |
| Kefalonia marine park or dive tag | No Kefalonia-specific marine park tag found in official island guidance Not applicable | Divers and snorkelers | Not required as a standalone island tag | Unlike destinations with a single reef fee, Kefalonia diving is normally priced through licensed local operators. Follow operator briefings, no-touch wildlife rules, and Greek underwater heritage rules. |
| Guided dive and wreck access | Operator pricing varies Per dive, package, course, or charter | Scuba divers, technical divers, and discover scuba guests | Dive centers in Fiskardo, Skala, Lassi, Lixouri, Agia Efimia, and nearby resorts | HMS Perseus and deeper wreck dives require appropriate certification, experience, and weather approval. Ancient wreck or amphora areas should be treated as guided no-touch heritage dives. |
| Schengen visa, if required | Varies by nationality and visa category Usually up to 90 days in any 180-day period for short-stay visas | Travelers who are not visa-exempt for Greece and the Schengen Area | Greek consulate, visa application center, or official Schengen process for your residence country | Visa-exempt travelers should still check passport validity, onward travel, and future European entry system requirements before departure. |