{"id":12107,"date":"2018-03-21T21:22:20","date_gmt":"2018-03-21T21:22:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyprusescape.com\/?p=12107"},"modified":"2024-02-22T09:40:56","modified_gmt":"2024-02-22T09:40:56","slug":"akamas-peninsula","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyprusescape.com\/akamas-peninsula\/","title":{"rendered":"Mini Expedition in Akamas Peninsula, Cyprus"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Spring is a very exciting time in Cyprus<\/a><\/span>. It comes a lot earlier than other parts of Europe and when it does, it’s a true spectacle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The trees start blooming as early as late February and we get the first very anticipated warm days. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

After a season of rain and thundery weather<\/a>, nature wakes up and bursts with colours. I love spring because the temperatures are perfect, there are hardly any tourists around and you can enjoy the glorious nature all for yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As we now moved to the Coral Bay area, driving<\/a> to Akamas Peninsula takes only 30 minutes and gives me plenty of excuses to escape there as much as I can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Akamas Peninsula<\/span> lies at the north-west part of the island and covers an area of 230 square meters. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The national park is largely covered in woodland with a few major peaks offering stunning views. There are no decent roads going through the heart of the peninsula but you can make your way with a quad bike (if you’re ready to take some beating from the bushes). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting at the Baths of Aphrodite<\/span>, you can follow a few tourist trails that will take you to the peaks or simply walk along the coastline. The coastline road is in a dangerous condition and I would not recommend anyone venturing there with a car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the entrance to the national park, you will find a small restaurant near the Baths of Aphrodite<\/a> which also had a small stretch of beach and some superb views. The food is not outstanding, but the views make up for it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you continue walking towards the Baths of Aphrodite<\/span>, there is a small botanical garden which offers entrance to the baths. Apart from this small restaurant and one posh hotel (Anassa Hotel), there is nothing else than trees, goats and donkeys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Last weekend I took the challenge of taking my 3-year-old with me for a mini-expedition. We ended up walking<\/span> 5 kilometers along the coast, not following any hiking<\/span> trails and just checking how far we can make it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are resting points along the way offering you stunning views of the coral blue water while you enjoy your snack and watch other tourists pass by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are so many ways to explore Akamas! You can take a leisure walk like we did, hire a boat and see the hills from the sea or give yourself a proper workout by trying one of the hiking<\/a> trails. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are up for it, you can also use the small camping site at the entrance to the peninsula – something I would love to do!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want to take a break from the beach and crowded towns, I can guarantee you will fall in love with Akamas as much as I did!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

PS: The views on the way there from Peyia<\/span> and also worth the trip. You might still find some gorgeous blooming trees along the way or stop in a winery<\/span> on your way back (Vasilikon Winery<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n

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