Outdoor Activities

Beaches

Cyprus is renowned for its beaches, and Larnaca is no exception. The coastline of Larnaca is a major attraction for tourists and vital for tourist economy. Some of the famous beaches of Larnaca are Phinikoudes, Alaminos, Castella, Mckenzie, Ellinas and Yannathes. A number of activities like water sports and scuba diving are accessible at these beaches. For relaxation and enjoyment there are a lot of bars, pubs and restaurants lined up the shore.

Boating

Cyprus being an island and surrounded by sea, boating and sailing activities have been a part of its activities for many decades. From the Marina at Larnaca a wealth of nautical adventures can be enjoyed. There are organized boat trips around the bay, which can be suitable especially if you are with your family. For the more adventurous ones, they can hire a yacht or even a crew to sail for a week or even longer.

Fishing

There are quite a few places to fish in Cyprus and that includes Larnaca. Fishing in Larnaca is categorized into Amateur Fishing and Fishing in Dams. Spear-fishing, angling, fishing with vertical lines or trolling are the permitted fishing methods. Fishing with nets and other commercial methods are not permitted. For Fishing in Dams you will require a special licenses.

Hiking

Larnaca is a hiker’s paradise. From the coastal shores to the countryside’s venturing into unknown paradise can be truly heaven. You can book guides or buy books to direct you during the trek. One of the famous trails is the E4 trail that links Larnaca with Paphos. You will discover beauty at its best with pine forests, mountains, monasteries and places with historical and ecological value.

Snorkelling, Scuba Diving and Water Sports

Due to its coastline, water sports along with snorkelling and scuba diving receive great attention in Larnaca. Also one of the finest wrecks in the world, the “Zenobia Ferry Wreck” is also near Larnaca. Makenzie, Pervolia, Phinikoudes and Dhekelia beaches are famous for scuba diving, jet skiing, canoeing, kayaking, salt water fishing, deep sea fishing, lake fishing and charter tours. Diving sites in Larnaca are HMS Cricket Diving Site, Helicopter Wreck Diving Site, and The Zenobia Wreck Diving Site.

Cycling

Tourists are attracted from all around the world to Cyprus just to cycle down the forests, villages, mountains and the countryside’s. Cycling routes can vary from extremely easy trails to the rough mountain biking, depending upon stamina and experience. Some of the cycling routes in Larnaca include Kofinou to Larnaka, Lefkosia - Lemesos - Pafos, Larnaka – Lefkosia, Larnaka – Nisou, Larnaka Tourist Beach – Meneou, Machairas – Pitsylia, Mazotos - Kofinou, Rizoelia Forest, Voroklini Hill.