Activities

• The coastal municipality of Polis enjoys a Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild dry winters.  Stunning natural beauty, rich historical heritage and a glorious climate combine to make Cyprus an ‘island of contrasts’.

• The following type of activities are available throughout the year:



Walking and Hiking

• Explore the Akamas Peninsula and vicinity:
• The Akamas area has many nature trails which are self guided and vary in distance and gradient.  The area is a stopover place for the main bird migration route from Europe to Africa, particularly in spring and autumn. In the summer months, the turtles arrive at Lara to lay their eggs on the sandy beach.
• The Adonis Trail (7.5 km walk from Baths of Aphrodite to the Tower of Rigena) the Aphrodite and Smigies trails are all easily accessed from Neo Chorio. 

Further afield

• Drive and Hike tours to Kykkos Monastery, the Avakas Gorge and Wine making villages of Akamas heights (such as Kritou Tera, Drousia).

Sport

• The sea temperature varies between 16 – 27o C and the diving season is one of the longest in the Mediterranean. The turquoise waters of the Chrysochous Bay are pristine clear and opportunities abound to learn and participate in all types of water sports.
• Swimming: Baths of Aphrodite, Annassa and Natura beaches
• Snorkelling and Scuba Diving (including some wreck Diving) Glass Bottom boat: Blue Lagoon, St George’s Island, and Fontana Amorosa.
• Sailing, Kayaking
• Water Skiing, Wakeboarding and paragliding.
• Deep sea Fishing
• Golf - Three 18 hole courses at Tsada, Aphrodite Hills and Secret Valley
• Driving and Touring, 4 WD expeditions and tours, Quad biking
• Mountain Biking
• Horse Riding
• Go Karting - Argaka
• 10 pin bowling: Prodromi
• Snow skiing in Troodos Mountains (winter months)
• Water Park in Pafos



Cultural

• The area is rich in archaeological sites, legends and traditions.
• In autumn, the annual Kyria festival is staged with prestigious music and dramatic performances throughout Cyprus