Akamas National Park Jeep Safari: Avakas Gorge, Sea caves and Turtle Beach Visit from Paphos

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.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 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
What's Included
  • Jeep Tour
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Parking fees included
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

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.

Location
Sea Caves
Agiou Geogiou Road
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Bazdev
Jul 29, 2024
Stunning views - An absolutely wonderful trip with Mario driving me around. The tour is great, you get to see so many different places and the hike through the gorge is not too strenuous (given the heat). A really interesting day and punctual pick-up.
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Janice_b
Jul 27, 2024
A brilliant family day trip - A brilliant trip with our amazing guide Mario. Saw everything on the itinerary without feeling rushed and avoided the crowds. Mario was very knowledgeable and very personable. Recommend this trip for family who don’ t want to sit on a crowded bus tour! Our daughters daughters loved the jeep experience! All round excellent value for money.
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M1457soannal
Jul 25, 2024
Superb - I really enjoyed the experience of this tour. We visited all the best attractions that the area offers. The tour guide Super Mario has been great, sunny, collaborative and gave the group so many informations about legends and interesting things about Cyprus. I strongly advice this tour
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Cginger430
Jun 28, 2024
Great ! - A perfect day really ! We saw and discover many things Thank's to Mario our driver for his awaibility, professionalism and good humor it was great !!!
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Stuart_f
Jun 23, 2024
Great Value and Lots to see - Very informative and funny driver. Amazing scenery , Avakas Gorge was amazing to trek into. Make sure you wear decent shoes. Blue lagoon was beautiful. Although getting down to it is tricky as you have to climb down the rocks. Stoney shoreling. Lara Bay Turtle Conservation Station was ok depending on the time of year you may see tutles but only at night. Sea caves where beautiful. Jeep can be bumpy so not for eveyone.
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Jolantaaritz
Jun 20, 2024
Super experience - Super Andreas! Excellent guide, unforgettable experience, well organized, paced, great sights chosen! Had a fantastic time and highly recommend the trip and Super Team and Andreas!
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Stephanie_s
Jun 18, 2024
Memorable trip - Awesome trip ! Not only did Andreas show us all the best spots but he made it an enjoyable and fun experience. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting the beautiful country of Cyprus.
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531corinnep
Jun 13, 2024
Excellent to recommend - We visited many beautiful places that we would not have seen without this safari, especially the blue lagoon, the Adonis waterfall, the Akaba gorges, I really liked it
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Joanna
Jun 2, 2024
Great day out - We had a great day out. Visited lots of beautiful places and driver was very informative and considerate. Funny too. A great way to see this beautiful part of Cyprus.
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Susanavillen
Jul 22, 2024
Good experience - The best was Avaka gorge and the beaches. Andreas the tour guide was puntlual, very profesional, kind and always looking forward the group. Luckily we were a small group, only 4. Highly recomended.
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