Cyprus
Akamas
Trails - Akamas walk

Trails - Akamas walk

per person

1 - 4 People

Group of 5

Group of 6

An amazing 13 Kilometre walk on the Paphos Akamas Peninsula.

About this activity

Duration

8 hours
Location

Akamas
Maximum People

6 persons
Languages

English and Greek
Difficulty

Moderate
Pickup Included

Pick up from Hotels or as per arranged with tour agent
Guided Tour

Live Tour Guide

Experience Overview

Highlights

Pick up from Hotel or specified pick up point - maximum 6 people
Walking in Neo Chorio village to the Smigies picnic area
Ascend the peak known as 'Moutti tis Sotiras'
Finish our walk at Baths of Aphrodite cave

Full Description

A 13km walk in the Akamas: a rugged, yet pristine nature reserve in the north western Paphos area of Cyprus.

This 13-km long walk is in the pristine conserved area. We find it virtually untouched by man, with a unique ecosystem. We start walking in Neo Chorio village and initially walk through farmland west to the Smigies picnic area. From here we route north and ascend to the peak known as 'Moutti tis Sotiras'. From here one can enjoy the unobstructed views of the north coast from Cape Arnaouti, the tip of Akamas and towards the north-west all the way to Pomos in the northeast. We stop for a picnic surrounded by the superb view. We then continue and walk to the Baths of Aphrodite cave on the Aphrodite trail (the last stretch is on the coastal dirt road, near the cliff).

If we have time we may stop at (at least) one place of interest such as an ancient chapel, medieval bridge or watermill.

We can make other arrangements for shorter walks in the area, if travellers prefer (e.g. do the 7-km Aphrodite trail or even a one-way coastal walk with boat transportation - for a fee - back to base for our return)

Walk Profile

Total Length: 13.5 km / 8.5 mi
Total Ascent: 550 m / 1,750 f
Total Descent: 700 m / 2,300 f
Average Elevation: 250 m/ 800 f

Includes

All local taxes
Parking fees
Pick up and drop off from hotel or pick up point
Minors can participate provided they are escorted by their parent(s)
Lunch and refreshments

Not Suitable for

Wheelchair users
Baby Strollers
Children under 3 years old
People with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
People with walking difficulty or uneasiness with walking close to steep slopes

Prepare for the activity

What to bring

Water (no less than 1 Litre)
Good walking shoes (with grip)
Dress properly for easy walking
Sun protection, hat and sunglasses and possibly a walking pole
Your own picnic food and snacks
Cash

Know before you go

Pickup location : At an agreed location: eg. hotel, resort or landmark of a main city: such as Limassol, Nicosia, Larnaca, Pissouri, Protaras, Ayia Napa.
From Agia Napa or Protaras the trip would make sense if the duration is 6 to 10 hours, as, due to the significant distance, there is considerable time to be spent in the car.

Booking & payment

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Travellers can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Accessibility

Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
Due to uneven surfaces this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair

Cancellations

We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before event

Trails - Akamas walk

About this activity

Duration

Location

Maximum People

Languages

Difficulty

Pickup Included

Guided Tour