APHRODITE NATURE TRAIL
According to legends, Cyprus is the birthplace of Aphrodite. Not surprisingly, one of the most beautiful trails in Cyprus, with astonishing views of the Mediterranean Sea, lagoons, and the Akamas peninsula, is Aphrodite Natural Trail. It follows Aphrodite's footsteps to the place where she bathed, now known as the "Baths of Aphrodite".
Trail starts from here
Difficulty
Moderate
Duration
3-4 hours
Route type
Loop
Length
7.5 km / 4.7 mi
Elevation
370 m / 1,214 ft
Kid-friendly
Yes
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How to get here
- There is a big free parking lot near trail start. For the location pin, click here.
- The asphalt road to the parking lot is of good quality.
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What to expect from the trail
- The trail is open all year-round.
- This route is extremely popular, so choose your timing wisely. We advise you to go early in the morning.
- If you go counter-clockwise, you will have a steep ascent and a smooth descent.
- The path is in good condition.
- At the top of the Mutti tis Sotiras hill, the highest point of the trail, there is enough space to have a small picnic on the ground. It is also the perfect place to take the most spectacular photos.
- There is a chance to encounter mouflons, endemic animals, and the symbol of Cyprus, on top of the hill, possibly before crowds of hikers arrive.
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Suggestions to enhance your experience
- Although the trail is indeed beautiful, the Baths of Aphrodite are considered rather disappointing for many tourists. Read more and view photos of this place to decide whether it is worth your visit or not. For the location pin, click here.
- Visit Neo Chorio village for amazing traditional food and great views. For the location pin, click here.
- Go on a jeep tour across Akamas peninsula. The agency is near Aphrodite parking lot.
- Drive to Latchi village for seafood restaurants and a boat trip to the Blue lagoon starting from Latchi Harbour. For the location pin, click here.
- Don't go far from the trail start and swim at Aphrodite's Beach. It has clear turquoise water and a sea bottom covered with big stones, which are home to sea creatures like sea urchins, crabs and many types of fish. For the location pin, click here.
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