About Lara Beach

Go wild

Literally, this is a stretch of wilderness more stony than sandy. You will be invading the privacy of shy sea turtles, lazy loggerheads and aloof monk seals. So please; don't litter. Take a swim in the pristine waves. Enjoy your picnic and the silence. Stunning views will await you in the month of spring when nature is bountiful and joyous. This is her territory - you are but a temporary visitor; your time as transient as the seasons. Be respectful. The world needs more beaches like Lara. 

Must See

  • A vast stretch of shiny sand and shingle
  • The loggerheads and sea turtles
  • The monk seals around the peninsula
  • The breathtaking view of the flora in the spring months

How to reach

The distance from the city center to this beach is 171.7 km. Both the bus and the private car will reach you there in 2 hours 40 minutes. The one-way bus ticket costs upwards of 10 EUR.

Private car rentals begin from 18 EUR.

Tips

  • The beach is deserted and a 4 x 4 vehicle which can navigate rough terrain is required.
  • Loungers, Umbrellas and parasols are not allowed. 
  • This is a natural conservation area for loggerheads, sea turtles and monk seals.
  • Be prepared for a bumpy ride over potholes. 
  • A picnic with the turtles will be most rewarding. 
  • This is a very clean beach with crystal clear water.
  • A swim after sunset would be good as the waves are rough in the day.
  • Spring can be fabulous here with amazing views of flora and fauna.
  • The Akamas peninsula waits to be clicked in a wide-angle shot.
  • There is an open-air restaurant.
  • The bus stop is close to the beach. 
  • The beach can get very hot in the month of August.
  • It would be better to visit the washroom in a nearby restaurant.
  • There are stray dogs roaming around at times.

Visit Time

The beach is open all year around.

Time Icon

Waiting Time

No

 

Entrance Fee Icon

Entrance Fee

No

 

Time you can spend Icon

Time you can spend

1 Day

 

Weather Icon

Weather

Broken Clouds 18.32°C

 

Local Services in Akamas Peninsula (Contact directly)

Discussion

No threads yet!

Be the first one to start a thread.

Top Attractions in Akamas Peninsula

Top Cities in Cyprus