Akamas Peninsula
Χερσόνησος Ακάμα
A wild, undeveloped peninsula in the northwest corner of Cyprus, with gorges, bays, turtle beaches and hiking trails. Best explored by four-wheel-drive jeep or boat.
The Akamas Peninsula is one of Cyprus's largest nature reserves, covering about 230 square kilometers. It has almost no roads or buildings and is home to endemic plants, wildlife and beaches where sea turtles nest. Main activities include hiking the Aphrodite or Adonis trails from the Baths of Aphrodite, taking a boat from Latchi to the Blue Lagoon, and joining a four-wheel-drive jeep tour across the gravel tracks to Lara Bay and Avakas Gorge. Wildflowers are at their best in spring. There are no supplies within the area, so bring plenty of water. If you drive yourself, check whether your rental agreement allows you to drive on dirt roads.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Smigies Nature Trail
- Baths of Aphrodite
- Blue Lagoon, Akamas
- Latchi Harbour
- Lara Bay
- Avakas Gorge
- Agios Georgios Pegeias
- Paphos Zoo