Larnaca Sunset Cruise: Swim at Mackenzie Beach

Sail past palm trees and airplanes, then anchor for a swim

A 90-minute sunset cruise from Larnaca sails the coast toward Mackenzie Beach, where you stop for a 30-minute swim. The boat passes the famous palm-lined shore, follows the west coast near the airport where aircraft fly overhead, and includes a glass of wine and juice. The route can shift based on weather and the captain's call.

Step-by-step itinerary

Larnaca sunset cruise and swim

• Pass iconic Larnaca beach with palm trees
• Sail along coast towards Mackenzie Beach
• Stop 30 minutes for swim and photos
• View airplanes flying near airport

The experience

The cruise departs as the sun begins its descent, and you sail along the Larnaca coastline with a glass of wine or juice in hand. The first stretch passes the iconic palm-tree beach that defines the city's waterfront, then heads west toward Mackenzie Beach. Along the way, you'll see planes descending into the airport just offshore: close enough that the sight anchors the whole experience in something concrete and unexpected.

At Mackenzie Beach, the boat holds for 30 minutes so you can swim. The water is clear enough to see why people choose this stop, and the moment works as both a break from the boat and a chance to float in the Mediterranean while the light changes. After the swim, the return follows the same coast, and the cruise wraps as the sun finishes its arc.

Weather and sea conditions can shift the route or timing. The captain makes the call on the day. Soft music plays throughout, and the whole arc (coast, swim, return) takes 90 minutes from start to finish.

What’s included

• A glass of white wine and juice.
• a 30-minute swimming stop at Mackenzie Beach.
• soft background music throughout the sail.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day except Monday and WednesdayDepartures at 15:30 and 16:00

Book up to1h before

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

GroupUp to 80

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?Book this if you want a social evening on the water with a built-in swim break: the group shares the boat, and the 30-minute stop at Mackenzie Beach is the anchor that separates this cruise from a straight sail-and-return.

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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's the water like at Mackenzie Beach for swimming?

Mackenzie Beach has clear Mediterranean water suitable for a refreshing swim during the 30-minute stop. The water clarity is part of why the beach is chosen as the anchor point for the cruise.

Will I see airplanes during this cruise?

Yes. The boat travels close to Larnaca airport along the west coast, and you'll see planes flying above as they approach the runway. It's one of the distinctive features of this particular route.

How long is the whole cruise, and when does it start?

The cruise runs 90 minutes total. It departs as sunset begins, so the timing shifts with the season. Check your booking confirmation for the exact departure time on your date.

What drinks are included?

A glass of white wine and juice are both included. Wine is available to passengers 18 and older. Juice is for everyone.

Can the route change on the day?

Yes. The captain adjusts the route and timing based on weather and sea conditions, so the exact path and stops may differ from the standard itinerary.