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Cyprus Beaches

Cyprus Beaches 

Cyprus beaches constitute one of the high value tourist asset of the island.  There is a big variety.  Cosmopolitan (like Nissi beach) to virtually empty (like Lara beach), white, golden, or dark sand, pebble or rocky, natural or improved, well organized to completely isolated, in green or desert like environments, still, lagoon to rough ocean-like waters, Cyprus beaches have many combinations of properties. 

Towards the east (Protaras and Ayia Napa), the beaches have gold or white sand, and the water is usually calm.  Nissi beach is the postcard Ayia Napa beach, while Protaras bay beach and Konnos beach are the most well known beaches in Protaras.  The typical Larnaca beach is organized and has dark sand.  A number of beaches especially in Pyla and Oroklini (or Voroklini) have wavebreakers.  The typical central Limassol beach has on top, luxury hotels built right on it, while at Pissouri the package also includes high slopes/cliffs on the bay?s two sides.  The typical Paphos beach (east of Paphos castle) is similar to what is found in central Limassol.  One is likely to find peace and quiet in more isolated beaches like those in the east of Latchi and Polis (Argaka, Pomos).  To the east of Limassol there are beaches with the extraordinary combination of dark sand and white rock while on the west coast (north of Paphos), the seas are rougher.  Those seeking complete isolation should go to Lara coast (west side of the Akamas peninsula). 

Beaches in Cyprus are clean, and more than 50 have been awarded the Blue Flag eco-label (www.blueflag.org) while 30 have handicap facilities.  The website has information on more than 70 beaches. 

Protaras Beaches

Vrisi Bay Beach

Vrisi Beach, along with Fig Tree Bay Beach, constitute the main beach area of Protaras.  The sand is fine but in some places it may be a little rocky in the water.

Fig Tree Bay Beach (Protaras Bay)

One of Cyprus? best known and most popular beaches, Fig Tree Bay takes its name from the tree that provided shade to locals before the area?s popularity with tourists. With its long stretch of fine, white sand, clean and shallow water, the beach is a favourite with locals over the weekends, particularly those with small children. The island in the centre of the bay contributes to the calmness of the water. The beach has good road access and many amenities. The beach is well equipped with restaurant and water sport facilities and is situated in the heart of Protaras.

Lombardi Bay Beach and Nissia Bay Beach (Mimosa Beach)

Two small beaches located either side of a headland, to the south of Central Protaras.

Konnos Bay Beach

This beautiful beach is located to the east of Ayia Napa between Cape Greko and Protaras. Konnos Bay is a beautiful wind-swept bay which is almost like a secluded beach. You have to go down the slope from the main road through some hairpin bends to reach the beach. The setting of this beach is amazing.  Lovely sandy beaches and shallow waters make it ideal for young families.

Kapparis Beaches

Fireman's Beach (Kapparis Beach)

Fireman's Beach is a lovely, sandy cove which has some really breathtaking views. You can even see Famagusta Ghost Town on a clear day, if you walk round the bay. The fireman's station is located at the top of the bay and fireman can often be seen training on the beach in the late afternoon and early morning. It is perfect for families as the beach is compact and secluded with shallow waters. You will find a copious amount of sunloungers and umbrellas at your disposal and a Kiosk at the top of the bay.

Malama Beach

If you are looking for peace and quiet, then Malama is a perfect choice. It is a sandy beach which is tranquil, in comparison to other main beaches. A real local?s  choice with a water sports area for the adventurous type. You have a sea view restaurant/ cafe above the beach if you require breakfast, lunch or dinner. It would be ideal for families as the water is shallow enough for young children and is small enough to keep an eye on them.

Ayia Triada Beach

Ayia Triada is a visually appealing beach, with a fishing harbour and tiny chapel. It is a sandy beach, with sun loungers provided for the general public. Again, it is tranquil and safe enough for children with the shallow waters and relatively small beach area (compared to the main beaches). There are walking trails along the coast if you are feeling active and want to soak up the views of the beautiful harbour.

Pernera Beaches 

Golden Coast Beach/Louma Bay Beach

Entering Pernera, to the left of the Paralimni Harbour and Fishing Shack, is a broad open bay containing the two beaches of Golden Coast and Louma Bay, directly opposite each other.  Both are wide spacious beaches with golden sand.

Pernera  Bay Beach

Pernera beach itself is one of the nicest sandy beaches on the eastern coast of Cyprus.  It also has its own dive centre, which offers everything from dives for beginners and fish feeding dives to dives to the Zenobia wreck, which is one of the world?s top diving wrecks. Whilst diving here you will encounter reefs, caves and no end of fascinating marine life including parrotfish, rays, sea bass, groupers and eels.

Polyxenia Beach

A grassed area leads not only onto a lovely sandy beach but it also brings you to the beginning  of the Boardwalk into Protaras, passing coves of sandy beach every now and then.  The walk should take about 20 minutes, depending on how fast you walk, how hot it is and how many bars and restaurants you stop in along the way.

Marlita Beach (Potami Bay)

Just along the boardwalk in Pernera before you come to the end at Polyxenia Beach, is Marlita Beach.  A sandy little beach with gently sloping bay.

  

Ayia Napa Beaches

Kermia Beach

This beach lies west of Cape Greko. Its secluded golden sandy beach, matches perfectly with the blend of blue from the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean sea and the blue backdrop of the sky. Between Kermia Beach and Nissi beach you will find lots of little sandy coves including Ammos tou Kambouri, Gliki Nero, Pantachou, Loukkos tou Manti, Katsarka, Pernera and Vathia Gonia.

 

Nissi Beach

Nissi Beach has fine white sand and lovely clear waters to bathe in.  It is a popular beach in the main season with the ?younger? tourist. You can hire sun-loungers, umbrellas and enjoy the sun, sea and sand. 

 

Nissi Bay Beach (Sandy Bay)

Approximately 400m west of Nissi Beach area you will find Sandy Bay which is popular with families.

 

Landa Beach (Golden Bay Beach)

Landa Beach is located halfway between Nissi Bay Beach and Makronisos Beach, just a half kilometre walk from either. So, if Nissi Beach in Ayia Napa is just too busy to contemplate, head for Landa Beach instead. Landa Beach is 400 metres of golden sand and calm seas, a perfect place to chill out and relax after a hard night enjoying Ayia Napa's nightlife.

 

Macronisos Beach

Macronisos Beach is located just off the Nissi Avenue, in Ayia Napa. This is a quality, blue flag beach that is formed from a cluster of 3 bays. The sand is wonderfully thick and soft. A tractor with a plough treats the sand at the end of the day. It is a very popular and busy beach with its own diving school, if you fancy some scuba.

Ayia Thekla Beach

Located three kilometres west of Agia Napa, Agia Thekla is a small beach named after a tiny old church situated nearby. The beach is 300 metres long and 25 metres wide and covered with fine golden sand. Seas are calm. The beach is within walking distance from the main road leading to Agia Napa and is accessible by car, motorbike and bicycle as well as on foot.