There are 9 Cape Greko nature walks for hikers and people that simply come just to enjoy the splendour of the area.
The rocky promontory on the south-eastern coast of Cyprus, east of Agia Napa and south east of Protaras, is an area of unspoiled natural beauty that has been declared a National Forest Park and conservation area and covers … an area of 385 hectares.Hike along the network of nature trails lined with miniature pine trees and juniper stopping to admire spectacular views from sea cliffs overlooking turquoise seas.
Agioi Anargyroi Trail
On the hiking, however remarkable, trail Agioi Anargiroi, we can observe the prosperity of the Phoenician wild juniper. On the specific trail there is a camping site. Additionally, you have the chance to visit mote nature…
Agioi Anargiroi – Thalassines Spilies (Sea Caves) nature trail is located in Agia Napa of the Cypriot province of Famagusta. Characterised as easy and does not require any precious hiking experience…
A wise saying says ”To get to know a place you must walk it”. Even if Cyprus seems small it is the third largest island of the Mediterranean. It includes 10.000 years in its environmental morphology and history.
On the rocky promontory of Cape Greco, on the southeast coast between the tourist resorts of Ayia Napa and Protaras, lies a 385-hectare pristine beauty spot that was designated a National Forest Park and Nature Conservation Site in 1993.
The short in length nature trail begins at the Konnos beach parking space, it is 1,7km linear coast and it lasts 45 minutes. Located in the Famagusta region, at the Cavo Greko National Park.
The Panagia – Agioi Saranta nature trail is classified as a low difficulty hiking trail, with smooth ground without steep turns and is 300km away from Protaras. It is suitable for all ages and seasons.
If you are one more Odysseus looking for sea adventures the Sea Caves Nature Trail is the perfect one for you. You will find it on the east side of the island.
The Prophitis Elias – Konnoi nature trail is a pleasant surprise for nature lovers and hikers. It is multi-leveled, sometimes easier sometimes harder. The starting point is the chapel of Prophitis Elias in Protaras.
A second nature trail on the same spot as Panagia- Agioi Saranta is the equally short and connected to it Panagia -Agios Ioannis trail. It is a trail distinguished for its peace and tranquility as the Churches and the sea dominate between it.
If you are one more Odysseus looking for sea adventures the Sea Caves Nature Trail is the perfect one for you. You will find it on the east side of the island. The myths come to life on Cavo Greco nature trail conquering an area along the sea. In this way you can relive the Cyclopes stories with the panoramic view of the Mediterranean keeping you company.
3.6km
1.5 hours
500 m
Medium
Things You Don’t Want to Miss
Starting point
Sea Caves. Agia Napa-Cape Greko road, 6 kms east of Agia Napa. Length: 3.6 km – Duration: 1.5 houres – Degree of difficulty: 2
Points of interest
A walk along the coast which at certain points is very steep and craggy.
1. Do not move outside the signs along the trail so that you can protect the rare plant types within the forested area.
2. Do not smoke and keep your food inside your backpacks. Protect the environmental treasure from unexpected fires.
3. Do not make unnecessary noise. Respect the natural world of the birds, the animals and enjoy the natural sounds.
4. Maintain the space clean. Leave your trash in the bins or choose to take them with you.
5. Spend the night in the visitors’ camp sites.
6. The entrance to vehicles within the path is not allowed.
7. Protect the natural beauty by avoiding cutting branches, bushes or unrooting plants and carving trees.
8. The lighting of fires in protected areas is strictly prohibited. Respect what is offered from nature and the camping site. Lighting fires is allowed ONLY in special barbecue sites.
Inform immediately the Forestry Department on +357 22805511 or 1407 (Emergency contact, 24 hour a day) if you see smoke or fire.
The responsible environmental consciousness can improve our planet. Remember nature is accommodates us. It opens its heart into her world. Respect her home, her residents, the flora, and fauna.
The Prophitis Elias – Konnoi nature trail is a pleasant surprise for nature lovers and hikers. It is multi-leveled, sometimes easier sometimes harder. The starting point is the chapel of Prophitis Elias in Protaras, while the starting entrance is the cape of Cavo Greco from the central side of Paralimni in the coastal region of Konnos. This entrance unites Protaras and Cavo Greco. The top of Prophitis Elias has a panoramic view, it has a length of 8,5 kilometers and a duration of 3 hours. It passes as a wave between the chapels of Agioi Saranta, Agios Ioannis and end in Konnos. Its additionally connects to the nature trails Panagia- Agioi Saranta, Agios Ioannis – Panagia, Konnos – Agioi Anargiroi and Konnos- Spilia. The hiking experience required is low as the route is classified as level 1, accessible for all ages.
8.5 km
3 hours
1700 m
Easy
Things You Don’t Want to Miss
Starting point
(a) Chappel of Profitis Elias of Protaras. Access from the Cape Greko – Paralimni street. (b) Konnos Beach, between Protara and Cape Greko. Length: 8.5 km – Duration: 3 hours – Degree of difficulty: 1
Points of interest
Panoramic view from the Chappel of Profitis Elias. The route includes the Chappels of the Agion Saranta and Agiou Ioanni. It ends to the Konnos Beach. It also connects with the trails Panayia – Agioi Saranta, Panayia – Agios Ioannis, Konnos – Agioi Anargiroi and Konnos – Spilia tou Kyklopa.
1. Do not move outside the signs along the trail so that you can protect the rare plant types within the forested area.
2. Do not smoke and keep your food inside your backpacks. Protect the environmental treasure from unexpected fires.
3. Do not make unnecessary noise. Respect the natural world of the birds, the animals and enjoy the natural sounds.
4. Maintain the space clean. Leave your trash in the bins or choose to take them with you.
5. Spend the night in the visitors’ camp sites.
6. The entrance to vehicles within the path is not allowed.
7. Protect the natural beauty by avoiding cutting branches, bushes or unrooting plants and carving trees.
8. The lighting of fires in protected areas is strictly prohibited. Respect what is offered from nature and the camping site. Lighting fires is allowed ONLY in special barbecue sites.
Inform immediately the Forestry Department on +357 22805511 or 1407 (Emergency contact, 24 hour a day) if you see smoke or fire.
The responsible environmental consciousness can improve our planet. Remember nature is accommodates us. It opens its heart into her world. Respect her home, her residents, the flora, and fauna.
A second nature trail on the same spot as Panagia- Agioi Saranta is the equally short and connected to it Panagia -Agios Ioannis trail. It is a trail distinguished for its peace and tranquility as the Churches and the sea dominate between it. It offers an excellent view of Mesaoria and to rest you can sit on the benches and drink water from the nearby fountain.
2.8 km
45 minutes
300 m
Easy
Things You Don’t Want to Miss
Starting point
(a) Church of Panayia. Sideway to a 300m distance on the left of the Akrotirio – Protaras street, towards Protaras. (b) St. Ioannis Church. Access from Protaras though dirt roads. It connects with the Profitis Elias – Konnos and Panayia – Agioi Saranta paths. Length: 2.8 km – Duration: 45 minutes – Degree of difficulty: 1
Points of interest
The graphic Chappels of Agiou Ioanni and Agion Saranta.
1. Do not move outside the signs along the trail so that you can protect the rare plant types within the forested area.
2. Do not smoke and keep your food inside your backpacks. Protect the environmental treasure from unexpected fires.
3. Do not make unnecessary noise. Respect the natural world of the birds, the animals and enjoy the natural sounds.
4. Maintain the space clean. Leave your trash in the bins or choose to take them with you.
5. Spend the night in the visitors’ camp sites.
6. The entrance to vehicles within the path is not allowed.
7. Protect the natural beauty by avoiding cutting branches, bushes or unrooting plants and carving trees.
8. The lighting of fires in protected areas is strictly prohibited. Respect what is offered from nature and the camping site. Lighting fires is allowed ONLY in special barbecue sites.
Inform immediately the Forestry Department on +357 22805511 or 1407 (Emergency contact, 24 hour a day) if you see smoke or fire.
The responsible environmental consciousness can improve our planet. Remember nature is accommodates us. It opens its heart into her world. Respect her home, her residents, the flora, and fauna.
The Panagia – Agioi Saranta nature trail is classified as a low difficulty hiking trail, with smooth ground without steep turns and is 300km away from Protaras. It is suitable for all ages and seasons; however, you will enjoy it more on the warmer days. In spring it is idyllic as you can feel with all your senses every natural presence such as smells, sounds and walk within history through the sites.
2.5 km
45 minutes
300 m
Easy
Things You Don’t Want to Miss
Starting point
Church of Panagia. Sideway in a distance of 300m on the left of the Cape Greko – Protaras street, towards Protaras. (b) Agioi Saranta. Access from Protaras through dirt roads. It connects with the Profitis Elias – Konnos and Panayia – Ayiou Ioanni trails. Length: 2.5 km – Duration: 45 minutes – Degree of difficulty: 1
1. Do not move outside the signs along the trail so that you can protect the rare plant types within the forested area.
2. Do not smoke and keep your food inside your backpacks. Protect the environmental treasure from unexpected fires.
3. Do not make unnecessary noise. Respect the natural world of the birds, the animals and enjoy the natural sounds.
4. Maintain the space clean. Leave your trash in the bins or choose to take them with you.
5. Spend the night in the visitors’ camp sites.
6. The entrance to vehicles within the path is not allowed.
7. Protect the natural beauty by avoiding cutting branches, bushes or unrooting plants and carving trees.
8. The lighting of fires in protected areas is strictly prohibited. Respect what is offered from nature and the camping site. Lighting fires is allowed ONLY in special barbecue sites.
Inform immediately the Forestry Department on +357 22805511 or 1407 (Emergency contact, 24 hour a day) if you see smoke or fire.
The responsible environmental consciousness can improve our planet. Remember nature is accommodates us. It opens its heart into her world. Respect her home, her residents, the flora, and fauna.
The short in length nature trail begins at the Konnos beach parking space, it is 1,7km linear coast and it lasts 45 minutes. Located in the Famagusta region, at the Cavo Greko National Park. The trail enters via a bushy vegetation until it leads to the morphologically created rocky cave of thy Cyclops. The road back is equally the same and is 250 meters. Subsequently it heads to a downward route towards the beach and then upwards back to the starting point. On the route you will notice the beautiful view of the blond beach of Konnos and the playfulness of he turquoise water. There you will have the opportunity to visit the church of Agioi Anargiroi and for the nature lovers they can study rare species: coastal box, prickly pear, juniperus phoenicea and acacias.
2.4 km
45 munites
250 m
Easy
Things You Don’t Want to Miss
Starting point
Konnos beach, between Protaras and Cape Greko. Length: 2.4 km – Duration: 45 minutes – Degree of difficulty: 1
Points of interest
A walk along the coast leading to natural caves, the best known of which is the Cyclopas cave. A kiosk operates on Konnoi beach.
1. Do not move outside the signs along the trail so that you can protect the rare plant types within the forested area.
2. Do not smoke and keep your food inside your backpacks. Protect the environmental treasure from unexpected fires.
3. Do not make unnecessary noise. Respect the natural world of the birds, the animals and enjoy the natural sounds.
4. Maintain the space clean. Leave your trash in the bins or choose to take them with you.
5. Spend the night in the visitors’ camp sites.
6. The entrance to vehicles within the path is not allowed.
7. Protect the natural beauty by avoiding cutting branches, bushes or unrooting plants and carving trees.
8. The lighting of fires in protected areas is strictly prohibited. Respect what is offered from nature and the camping site. Lighting fires is allowed ONLY in special barbecue sites.
Inform immediately the Forestry Department on +357 22805511 or 1407 (Emergency contact, 24 hour a day) if you see smoke or fire.
The responsible environmental consciousness can improve our planet. Remember nature is accommodates us. It opens its heart into her world. Respect her home, her residents, the flora, and fauna.
On the rocky promontory of Cape Greco, on the southeast coast between the tourist resorts of Ayia Napa and Protaras, lies a 385-hectare pristine beauty spot that was designated a National Forest Park and Nature Conservation Site in 1993.
In fact, this park was eventually included in the European Union’s Network of protected areas “Natura 2000” as both a Special Protection Area (SPA) and a Site of Community Importance (SCI), for the protection and conservation of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems and species.
This forest park is located in the southeastern region of Cyprus and is one of the island’s most significant natural areas in terms of its ecological, scenic, and recreational significance.
1.4 km
30 minutes
28 m
Easy
Things You Don’t Want to Miss
Starting point
Konnoi Beach Length: 1.4 km – Duration: 30 minutes – Degree of difficulty: 1
Points of interest
A walk along the coast which ends at the little church of Agioi Anargyroi, built over a sea cave which, according to tradition, was the home of St. Kosmas and St.Damianos.
1. Do not move outside the signs along the trail so that you can protect the rare plant types within the forested area.
2. Do not smoke and keep your food inside your backpacks. Protect the environmental treasure from unexpected fires.
3. Do not make unnecessary noise. Respect the natural world of the birds, the animals and enjoy the natural sounds.
4. Maintain the space clean. Leave your trash in the bins or choose to take them with you.
5. Spend the night in the visitors’ camp sites.
6. The entrance to vehicles within the path is not allowed.
7. Protect the natural beauty by avoiding cutting branches, bushes or unrooting plants and carving trees.
8. The lighting of fires in protected areas is strictly prohibited. Respect what is offered from nature and the camping site. Lighting fires is allowed ONLY in special barbecue sites.
Inform immediately the Forestry Department on +357 22805511 or 1407 (Emergency contact, 24 hour a day) if you see smoke or fire.
The responsible environmental consciousness can improve our planet. Remember nature is accommodates us. It opens its heart into her world. Respect her home, her residents, the flora, and fauna.
A wise saying says ”To get to know a place you must walk it”. Even if Cyprus seems small it is the third largest island of the Mediterranean. It includes 10.000 years in its environmental morphology and history. It offers a mature expanse to discover its many secrets and myths.
The favorable warm weather encourages the people to relax on short trips or day trips due to the small distances. The outskirts of the island cities have easy access by bus with the gift of nature being offered as a result, at the cultural beauty and knowledge thanks to the various trails. Collectively 52 hiking trails have been created which highlight the natural beauty, and the intense historical identity of the island.
Walking amongst nature you will come across remnants if mythological and traditional secrets, historic monuments, an unpredictably rich fauna and flora and with hidden treasures of the Cypriot mines.
2.5 km
45 minutes
50 m
Medium
Things You Don’t Want to Miss
Starting point
Old quarry, parking area. Access from Agia Napa-Cape Greko main road, near the Cape. Length: 2.5 km – Duration: 45 minutes – Degree of difficulty: 2
Points of interest
An old quarry, a large number of fossilized marine organisms, and a vantage point at the peak of the Cape from which one can see as far as the Stavrovouni Monastery. On a very clear day the heights above Haifa in Israel, are visible. The impressive cliffs are suitable for climbing.
1. Do not move outside the signs along the trail so that you can protect the rare plant types within the forested area.
2. Do not smoke and keep your food inside your backpacks. Protect the environmental treasure from unexpected fires.
3. Do not make unnecessary noise. Respect the natural world of the birds, the animals and enjoy the natural sounds.
4. Maintain the space clean. Leave your trash in the bins or choose to take them with you.
5. Spend the night in the visitors’ camp sites.
6. The entrance to vehicles within the path is not allowed.
7. Protect the natural beauty by avoiding cutting branches, bushes or unrooting plants and carving trees.
8. The lighting of fires in protected areas is strictly prohibited. Respect what is offered from nature and the camping site. Lighting fires is allowed ONLY in special barbecue sites.
Inform immediately the Forestry Department on +357 22805511 or 1407 (Emergency contact, 24 hour a day) if you see smoke or fire.
The responsible environmental consciousness can improve our planet. Remember nature is accommodates us. It opens its heart into her world. Respect her home, her residents, the flora, and fauna.
Agioi Anargiroi – Thalassines Spilies (Sea Caves) nature trail is located in Agia Napa of the Cypriot province of Famagusta. Characterised as easy and does not require any precious hiking experience. The route lasts 4 kilometres and is completed in under 2 hours. The start begins from the chapel of Agioi Anargiroi, a central point between Protaras and Akrotiri of Cape Greco. The explorer will discover the terrestrial beauty of the sea caves of Cape Greco as one more hidden secret of Cyprus. Distinguished as a one trail passes along the coastline and meets bridges such as the Koraka one. The hiker has a sea view and ends at the familiar region of the Famagusta province, which provides experiences such as diving and underwater exploration.
One more trail which meets with the nature trail of Konnos -Agioi Anargiroi.
4 km
1,5 hours
0 m
Easy
Things You Don’t Want to Miss
Starting point
Church of Agioi Anargyroi Length: 4 km – Duration: 1.5 houres – Degree of difficulty: 1
Points of interest
A beautiful walk along the coast. The sea caves are accessible only by sea and the area is suitable for diving. The trail goes over the natural bridge “Kamara tou Koraka”. Links with Konnos- Agioi Anargyroi, Sea Caves and Kavos trails.
1. Do not move outside the signs along the trail so that you can protect the rare plant types within the forested area.
2. Do not smoke and keep your food inside your backpacks. Protect the environmental treasure from unexpected fires.
3. Do not make unnecessary noise. Respect the natural world of the birds, the animals and enjoy the natural sounds.
4. Maintain the space clean. Leave your trash in the bins or choose to take them with you.
5. Spend the night in the visitors’ camp sites.
6. The entrance to vehicles within the path is not allowed.
7. Protect the natural beauty by avoiding cutting branches, bushes or unrooting plants and carving trees.
8. The lighting of fires in protected areas is strictly prohibited. Respect what is offered from nature and the camping site. Lighting fires is allowed ONLY in special barbecue sites.
Inform immediately the Forestry Department on +357 22805511 or 1407 (Emergency contact, 24 hour a day) if you see smoke or fire.
The responsible environmental consciousness can improve our planet. Remember nature is accommodates us. It opens its heart into her world. Respect her home, her residents, the flora and fauna.
On the hiking, however remarkable, trail Agioi Anargiroi, we can observe the prosperity of the Phoenician wild juniper. On the specific trail there is a camping site. Additionally, you have the chance to visit mote nature trails since there is an interconnection between this one and the trails Konnos-Agioi Anargiroi and Agioi Anargiroi- Thalassines Spilies (Sea Caves).
2.3 km
45 minutes
30 m
Easy
Things You Don’t Want to Miss
Starting point
Church of Agioi Anargyroi Length: 2.3 km – Duration: 45 minutes – Degree of difficulty: 1
Points of interest
Dense vegetation, mainly Phoenician Juniper and a picnic site.
1. Do not move outside the signs along the trail so that you can protect the rare plant types within the forested area.
2. Do not smoke and keep your food inside your backpacks. Protect the environmental treasure from unexpected fires.
3. Do not make unnecessary noise. Respect the natural world of the birds, the animals and enjoy the natural sounds.
4. Maintain the space clean. Leave your trash in the bins or choose to take them with you.
5. Spend the night in the visitors’ camp sites.
6. The entrance to vehicles within the path is not allowed.
7. Protect the natural beauty by avoiding cutting branches, bushes or unrooting plants and carving trees.
8. The lighting of fires in protected areas is strictly prohibited. Respect what is offered from nature and the camping site. Lighting fires is allowed ONLY in special barbecue sites.
Inform immediately the Forestry Department on +357 22805511 or 1407 (Emergency contact, 24 hour a day) if you see smoke or fire.
The responsible environmental consciousness can improve our planet. Remember nature is accommodates us. It opens its heart into her world. Respect her home, her residents, the flora and fauna.