Latchi and the Baths of Aphrodite are on the asphalt road west of Polis; the Blue Lagoon is best by boat. The Avakas Gorge and Lara Bay are on the opposite (western) side of the peninsula, reached via Peyia. Allow a full day for each side.
1 The Blue Lagoon
A sheltered bay off the north coast of the peninsula with startlingly clear, turquoise water over white sand and rock — the most famous swimming spot in western Cyprus. Most visitors arrive by boat from Latchi; a rough coastal track also reaches it by 4×4.
Practical: Boat trips from Latchi run mainly from spring to autumn. Crowded around midday in summer — early or late sailings are calmer.
2 Baths of Aphrodite
A small natural pool in a grotto under a fig tree, fed by spring water. Legend says Aphrodite bathed here and met Adonis. Swimming is not allowed, and the pool itself is modest — but the botanical garden path and the views over the bay make it worth the stop.
Practical: Free. Car park and café by the road, about 10 minutes from Latchi. The grotto is a 5-minute walk.
3 Avakas Gorge
A narrow limestone gorge carved by a seasonal stream, with walls up to around 30 m high that close to a few metres apart. The walk in follows the stream bed over rocks and is one of the most popular short hikes in Cyprus.
Practical: Reached via Peyia and the coast road; the last stretch is a dirt road. Allow 2–3 hours; wear sturdy shoes. Do not enter after heavy rain (flash-flood risk).
4 Latchi and Polis
Latchi is a working fishing harbour turned small resort, with tavernas along the quay and the boat-trip kiosks. Polis Chrysochous, just inland, has a pleasant square, a long pebble-and-sand beach and a small archaeological museum.
Practical: Buses from Paphos to Polis and Latchi. Fish tavernas busiest at sunset.
5 Aphrodite and Adonis nature trails
Two waymarked circular trails start near the Baths of Aphrodite and climb over the peninsula, with views of the coast and the Blue Lagoon. They are rocky and exposed, but among the finest coastal walks on the island.
Practical: Several hours each; take plenty of water and avoid midday in summer. Trail leaflets and signboards at the start.
6 Blue Lagoon islets
Off the Blue Lagoon and the cape, a scatter of small rocky islets and reefs gives the water its colour and makes this stretch good for snorkelling on calm days.
Practical: Best seen on a boat trip; do not swim far from the boat — currents can be strong.
