Pyrgos sits on Gavdos Municipality south of Crete and is best treated as a full self-supported outing where visitors carry everything in and out. Access is open throughout the day in season, with the final approach on foot over sand and uneven natural ground that requires steady footing. There is no formal parking at the beach, so use informal trackside space where available and walk in without blocking tracks or turning areas. There is no direct public transport to the beach; reach Gavdos by ferry and then travel independently for the onward section of the route. The surface is sand, with a sandy seabed and clear water that varies with wind and day-to-day sea conditions. Swimming is unsupervised because no lifeguard service is indicated, so stay within personal limits, enter slowly, and check conditions before entering. The beach has no toilets, showers, shops, sunbeds, or drinking water of any kind. Bring water, food, sun protection, and a bag for waste, as little natural shade and high sun exposure are reported through the middle of the day. Morning and late afternoon offer milder sun and generally calmer conditions for walking, swimming, and sitting out. Visits often last a few hours because of remote access and lack of services, so allow enough time for the walk in and out. Late spring to early autumn is the practical season, with June to September the most settled period for dry weather. Winter brings cooler wind and rough sea that make swimming less practical. Keep dogs controlled where present, keep distance from others, and leave the site undisturbed by taking all belongings and waste away.