Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
AROUND AGIA NAPA
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Getting Around
Other than the Osea and InterCity buses, the best option is to hire a scooter or buggy in
Agia Napa or Protaras, where you can find reasonable rates.
Riding around the Paralimni region is wonderful, but you'll need a vehicle high in ccs.
For beach-hopping along the Pernera-Protaras coastal strip, scooters, buggies or quad bikes
will do nicely. The area is ideal for cycling enthusiasts, with designated paths between Agia
Napa and Cape Greco.
If you want to explore the greater region, a car or small 4WD is more suitable.
Palaces & Sea Caves
Located at the inlet between Limnara Beach and Cape Greco are the unique rock forma-
tions known as the
palaces
. Carved into the cliff face by centuries of waves buffering the
coast, they look like spy holes, framing the clear blue sea. The natural architecture plays
host to divers, who can approach the rocks here only by boat.
Further east are the spectacular
sea caves
cut into the face of the rocky coastline. From
lookout seats above you can hear the dynamic echoes created by the sea funnelling back
and forth. When the sea is calm you can access some caves on foot, but on rough and
windy days the spray reaches your face some 10m above, leaving you with tight cheeks and
the taste of salt in your mouth. Again, the best views are from the sea, so consider one of
the many charters that run from Napa's harbour.
Cape Greco
This national park has sweeping views of the sea and coast and is excellent for hiking and
riding. A coastal track starting from Kryou Nerou in Agia Napa winds all the way to the
lighthouse at the edge of the cape, approximately 3½ hours' walk. The region is un-
sheltered, so bring hats, water and sunscreen. There are some great picnic spots along the
way. The track can get bumpy, so if you're cycling, mountain-bike tyres are more appropri-
ate.
The region has 15km of walking tracks with interesting local flora, such as sea squill,
wild orchids and sand lilies, which have managed to prosper in high-salinity soil. Once you
reach Cape Greco itself, you can walk north towards the little bay and scamper down to the
rock platforms, where swimmers jump and dive into the idyllic waters.
