
12 km circular walk Around Cape Greko
This easy circular coastal walking route is found inside the tiny (four square kilometers) national park of Cape Greko. Cape Greko park is located between the bustling beach resorts of Ayia Napa and Protaras. The limestone coastline has a number of caves and rock formations (eg Cape Greko Sea Caves, Kamara tou Koraka, Cyclop's cave and more). We used to present a linear walking route version connecting Konnos beach to Glyky Nero beach, near the fishing port of Ayia Napa, but increasing construction around the west tip of the route contributed to a change in the promoted walk.
This twelve kilometer circular walk connects Konnos beach at the northern tip of Cape Greko park with Cape Greko Sea Caves, in the south west border of the walk. The itinerary (a stretch of it is on Aphrodite trail) goes by all the major attractions in the area including the Agioi Anargyroi chapel (and adjacent cave). At some point it ascends the Cape Greko rock, a place with magnificent panoramic views of the coast. Cape Greko park is a good destination also for birdwatchers, especially during spring migration. The waters are usually very calm on the east side. In the hot season sea turtles visit the area to feed. In older times the Mediterranean monk seal was also around - now a few individuals are spotted here sporadically. For the hot summer months we recommend a shorter 8.5 km version of the walk. Besides self-guided and guided walking trips in the area, we provide guided snorkeling, guided kayaking and guided multi-activity trips in the area.
Cyprus Walks Etc offers standard guided walking, kayaking, snorkeling, and multi-activity trips in the area (one can book under Day Trips from Nicosia, Larnaca, Ayia Napa, Protaras). We also offer self-guided walking trips, from Larnaca, that mainly include GPS information about the route and relevant transportation. The route is excellent year round, especially for its coastal views and clear blue waters. During winter the environment is significant greener at places, and decorated with many wildflowers, including daffodils and orchics. Because the route is easy and not very long, for many of us it can be doable also in July and August (of course the 8.5 km walk that we promote is more doable). During these months we advise a very early start (by 06:30). Adding a dip in the sea during the hot summer can cool walkers down. You are welcomed to book with us.