Larnaca Mini Cruise: Swim at Mackenzie Beach with planes overhead

Swim in clear water while aircraft pass overhead at Mackenzie Beach

The Larnaca Mini Cruise is a 90-minute boat tour departing from Larnaca Marina that sails past Finikoudes Beach and the Medieval Castle before stopping for a swim at Mackenzie Beach, where planes from the nearby airport create an unusual backdrop. Snorkelling equipment is included, though a €20 refundable deposit per set is required. The cruise route and timing are subject to weather and the captain's decision.

Step-by-step itinerary

Larnaca coastal cruise and swim stop

• Depart from Larnaca Marina
• Pass iconic Larnaca beach with palm trees
• Sail along Larnaca coast to Mackenzie Beach
• Swim and watch airplanes at Mackenzie Beach
• Cruise along west coast near airport

The experience

The boat leaves Larnaca Marina and heads along the coast, passing the palm-lined Finikoudes Beach and the historic Medieval Castle as you settle into the rhythm of the sea. The vessel carries sunbeds and a bar stocked with beverages and snacks, so you can relax on deck while the shoreline unfolds. After about an hour of cruising, the boat reaches Mackenzie Beach, where the water is clear enough to snorkel and the unusual sight of planes descending toward the nearby airport adds a strange, memorable quality to the swim stop.

Snorkelling equipment is provided, and you can use it at Mackenzie Beach to explore the water below the surface. A €20 refundable security deposit per snorkelling set is collected when you receive the gear and returned when you hand it back at the end of the cruise. The whole outing runs roughly 90 minutes from start to finish, making it a compact way to get on the water without committing a full afternoon. Weather and sea conditions can alter the route or timing, and the captain has final say on any changes.

What’s included

• Snorkelling equipment.
• use of sunbeds.
• bar access with beverages and snacks.
• live guide in English.

Before you book

Days and timesTuesday to SundayDepartures at 12:00 and 13:30

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (3 to 12 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 80

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Larnaca Napa Sea Cruises

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to swim in the Mediterranean without committing your whole day. The shared boat follows a set route with a morning or afternoon departure, so you join other passengers on the captain's schedule.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 12 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly happens at Mackenzie Beach during the swim stop?

Mackenzie Beach is where the boat stops for swimming and snorkelling in clear water. The beach sits near Larnaca airport, so you'll see and hear planes taking off and landing overhead while you're in the water: a distinctive and unusual experience you won't find at other beach stops in the area.

Is snorkelling equipment really included, or do I have to rent it separately?

Snorkelling equipment is included in the cruise price. You'll need to leave a €20 refundable security deposit per set when you receive the gear, and the full amount is returned to you when you hand the equipment back at the end of the tour.

How long is the actual cruise, and what's the schedule?

The cruise runs 90 minutes total. You'll spend time cruising past Finikoudes Beach and the Medieval Castle, then stop at Mackenzie Beach for swimming and snorkelling before heading back to the marina.

What if the weather turns bad or the sea gets rough?

Cruises are subject to weather conditions and the captain's decision. The route can change, and timing may shift, depending on sea state and safety. The captain has the final call on whether to proceed as planned or adjust the itinerary.

Is there food and drink on board?

The boat has a well-stocked bar with beverages and snacks available during the cruise. You can order and relax on the comfortable sunbeds while you're on the water.