Embark on an exhilarating Jeep safari through Akamas National Park, exploring Avakas Gorge, Sea caves, and Turtle Beach. Discover Cyprus’ stunning geological formations and end the tour with a visit to a local winery for vine tasting.
Embark on an exhilarating Jeep safari through Akamas National Park, exploring Avakas Gorge, Sea caves, and Turtle Beach. Discover Cyprus’ stunning geological formations and end the tour with a visit to a local winery for vine tasting.
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Sea Caves - Unique natural formations
These structures are invaluable, taking millennia to form. -
Avakas Gorge - A rocky trail amidst rugged mountain boulders
The path through the gorge is marked by dense vegetation and a particularly appealing, shady, and moist environment.
While hiking, you can observe native plants: lentisk (Pistacia…
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Sea Caves - Unique natural formations
These structures are invaluable, taking millennia to form. -
Avakas Gorge - A rocky trail amidst rugged mountain boulders
The path through the gorge is marked by dense vegetation and a particularly appealing, shady, and moist environment.
While hiking, you can observe native plants: lentisk (Pistacia lentiscus), Phoenician juniper (Juniperus phoenicea), terebinth (Pistacia terebinthus), thorny broom (Calycotome villosa), common smilax (Smilax aspera), oleander (Nerium oleander), storax (Styrax officinalis), and the endangered endemic Akamas centaury (Centaurea akamantis).
The main fauna species in the area include:
Mammals: Fox, hare, hedgehog. Birds: Cyprus wheatear (endemic), Cyprus warbler (endemic), scops owl (endemic), partridge, little owl, kestrel, wild pigeon.
Reptiles: Stellion lizard. Amphibians: Marsh frog, iridescent frog, tree frog.
- Lara Bay Turtle Conservation Station - On a remote beach far from hotels, shops, and public facilities, the small wooden Lara Bay Turtle Conservation Station aids baby turtles in hatching and reaching the sea. During hatching season, you might find water tanks with tiny sea turtles that have just emerged from their eggs at the station. At other times, you’ll see iron cages and signs along the beach indicating turtle nests buried in the sand. These cages protect the nests from predators like birds and foxes.
- Akamas Peninsula - Route through Akamas forest with a swim stop (April-November)
- Latchi - Free time for lunch
- Baths of Aphrodite - In the shaded garden, there is a grotto where, according to legend, Aphrodite bathed
- Edro III Shipwreck - An abandoned ship that has become a landmark of the Paphos Area
- Jeep Tour
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees included
- Jeep Tour
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Parking fees included
- Lunch
- Lunch
An excellent substitute for those who aren’t fond of bus trips. Our journey to Akamas National Park commences with a tour of Paphos’s notable features like the Edro Shipwreck and Sea Caves. The itinerary encompasses the most captivating spots on the Akamas Peninsula, promising a memorable experience for nature enthusiasts and adventure lovers. The…
An excellent substitute for those who aren’t fond of bus trips. Our journey to Akamas National Park commences with a tour of Paphos’s notable features like the Edro Shipwreck and Sea Caves. The itinerary encompasses the most captivating spots on the Akamas Peninsula, promising a memorable experience for nature enthusiasts and adventure lovers. The schedule comprises a stroll in the natural expanse of Avakas Gorge and a trip to Lara Beach, known as a breeding habitat for sea turtles. The Akamas reserve showcases a comprehensive representation of Cyprus’s geographical features, including valleys, caves, paths, and canyons. Our expedition will then progress towards the Baths of Aphrodite, a natural pool nested in lush greenery, where you’ll have free time for lunch. The tour concludes at a Local Winery, where you’ll have the opportunity to taste various wines.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.