From the bend in the road, an inconspicuous path leads directly up the small valley to the first viewing hill in front of the hut. It is a little rough, but a much more interesting option than trudging up the road. From the flat summit, there is a sensational view of the Samaria Gorge and the Gigilos, but also across to the Psari. There are also beautiful flowers up there and in the valley in spring.