This island is located in the Dodecanese complex. It has 44 inhabitants and administratively belongs to the Municipality of Patmos. It has an area of ​​6,697 square kilometres and a coastline of 25 kilometres. Arkioi is connected by ferry to Patmos, Leros and Lipsi. The island is rocky and home to many wild animals such as partridges, owls, wild goats and wild seagulls. In addition, loggerhead turtles and monk seals take refuge on the island. The inhabitants of Arkioi are mainly engaged in fishing and less in tourism. Since 2019, the Primary School of Arkia has been operating with only one student. Finally, it is worth noting that the name Arkioi refers to the entire complex of islands located around this island, which includes Abaptistos, Argeloussa, Kalovolos, Koumaros (or Komaros), Makronisi, Marathos (or Marathi ), Smyneronisi (or Sminero), Spolato, Strongylos, Tsouka, Tsoukaki and Psathonisi.