Trekking

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Because of the hot Summer weather, we tend to do most of our walking tours during the Autumn, Winter and Spring. This is an advantage for us as fewer visitors come to Cyprus at these times, leaving the trails almost deserted! We offer two classic, full day treks. for more details.

Avakas Gorge

This stunning Limestone gorge in the Akamas Park, is not to be missed. Our trekking experts have all the local knowledge you need to guide you through the whole length of the gorge and will provide all the equipment necessary to make sure it's both exciting and safe. Starting in the picteresque village of Arodes, the group heads out through beautiful, open countryside giving you the chance to experience the 'real' Cyprus, far from the tourist trail. We soon find ourselves deep inside the ancient gorge where you will be amazed by the towering cliffs, rare plants and flowers, reptiles, wild mountain goats and pigs, and delicate ecosystems. Following the river that has carved out the Avakas Gorge over 1.5 million years, the group twists and turns through narrow rocky gaps, wades through cooling pools and pushes through clumps of giant bamboo. Lunch is taken under the shade of an ancient olive tree. During the day you will have the chance to eat wild growing oranges and lemons, to enjoy the delicate aroma of wild herbs and to take photographs of scenery that will stay in you memory for years to come. The walk finishes at the Toxeftra beach.      

As with most of our activities, a minimum number of only TWO people is required for this trip. The price is €33.00 per person including cold weather clothing (as appropriate), safety equipment for the gorge (helmets etc.) and lunch. Transport is FREE.

High Troodos

Leaving your hotel in Paphos at 8 o'clock we take a winding, scenic drive up to the heights of the Troodos National Park. Our first stop is the Troodos Visitor Centre where we show you a short film explaining the geological origins of Cyprus, detailing many of the plants and animals we are likely to see during our day in the park. We then drive on to the summit of Mt. Olympus, the highest part of Cyprus. From here, on a clear day we are able to see the Atlas Mountains in Southern Turkey! The first of the day's two routes starts here on Olympus, a 7 kilometer circular trek around the summit, following the 1800 meter contour. Black and Brutia Pine, rare herbs, ancient Venetian walls, globally important geology and soaring birds of prey are all to be experienced on this trail. Not to mention a constant, stunning view from almost two kilometers above sea level. The trek finishes at the ski club shelter were we have lunch. The afternoon finds us on the trail to the Caledonia Falls. A 5 kilometer linear route winding along a stream bed up to the impressive falls. Take a shower under the falls to freshen up or photograph the rare mountain plants that grow nearby!

A minimum of THREE people are required for this trip. The price is €33.00 per person including cold weather clothing (as appropriate) and lunch. Transport is FREE. for more details.

Please note, many 'Jeep Safari' tours visit these areas and provide an excellent service. We do NOT provide Jeep Safaris but can recommend many of the excellent companies that do.

All of our hiking customers are required to wear appropriate safety helmets when trekking in the gorges. We provide these free of charge.