Filaki Beach lies east of Chora Sfakion on the Sfakia coastline, facing the Libyan Sea. Access is on foot via a short uneven path that drops from the road above to the shore. The ground is loose in places and the final approach is over pebbles, so sturdy footwear is practical and the route is not wheelchair accessible. There is no direct public transport to the cove; regional buses serve villages in the Sfakia area but you will need a car or taxi for the last section and then walk in. Parking is informal along the roadside above the beach. There are no facilities at the beach. No shops, tavernas, toilets, showers or lifeguard service are provided, and shade is very limited. Bring water, food, sun protection and any shelter you need, and take all waste out with you. The surface is pebbles and coarse sand both on the beach and in the shallow water, so water shoes make swimming and wading more comfortable. The sea is generally clear with a pebbly seabed. Conditions are often calm in the morning and can become choppy when southerly winds develop. Sun exposure is high throughout the day due to the lack of natural shade. The best months for swimming are May through October, when weather is warm and dry and the sea warms through late summer. Mornings and late afternoons are usually the most comfortable for a longer stay. Visits are typically a few hours for swimming and sunbathing, as there is no infrastructure to support a full day without self-supply. Access is open at all times with no fee or booking, and there is no lifeguard cover. Dogs have no specific published policy, and the remote, unserviced setting makes the bay less suited for families needing amenities.