Best Nature Attractions in Cyprus

Cavo Greco National Park, located in the south-eastern part of Cyprus, in Ayia Napa, attracts many visitors as it is an area of unique natural beauty, where one can admire magnificent rock formations, crystal clear blue waters and more than 36 different orchid species and over 80 species of birds. Within the 385 hectares the visitor has a variety of options of things to do. Firstly, one can exp...

Avakas Gorge is a trekker paradise in the island and can be explored from either the costal area west of Ayios Georgios Peyias or from the south of Arodhes village in the Laona area. There are large rock formations, with most impressive being the southern part. The Gorge is about 3 km in length and it offers spectacular views and a generous introduction to local flora and fauna. The visitor can...

Akamas National Park is located on the western tip of Cyprus and covers an area of about 230 km² of precious ecological significance and gladly unharmed by mass development. Akamas is a spot of immense natural beauty that includes impressive, rare and diverse flora and fauna, hills, beautiful coastline, amazing beaches including the Lara turtle nesting beach, gorges and baths. In Akamas there ...

'Petra tou Romiou' is one of the most beautiful coastlines in Cyprus and it is associated with Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty , interesting geological formation of huge rocks off the southwest coast in the Pafos (Paphos) district forms one of the most impressive natural sites of Cyprus. According to legend, here is the place where Aphrodite rose from the waves. The Greek name, ...

Larnaka Salt Lake is situated towards the south west of Larnaka town and comprises of a complex of four lakes, three of which are interconnented; Alyki (the main salt lake), Orphani, Soros and the small airport lake. The total area of 5 km2, seen on the road towards the Larnaka International Airport, is one of the most dinstict landmarks of Larnaka, one of the most important wetlands of Cyprus an...

Troodos National Forest Park spreads out across the south-western side of the island and forms the green heart of Cyprus. Its highest peak is Mount Olympos at 1,952 metres high and is a short drive from Troodos Square. As you will be making your ascending drive, relax, open your windows, breathe fresh air and be astonished at the breathtaking views and natural beauty. Cyprus is probably the only p...

Caledonia Waterfalls are located in Platres village in Troodos. This beautiful waterfall is one of the highest located in Cyprus and is surrounded by forest and it is most popular in summer, when it offers a cool and shady retreat from the powerful midday sun. The trail has a length of 3 km and can be divided into 2 parts, the higher one that leads to the waterfalls, and the lower one, from the...