Protaras: Blue Lagoon Cruise & Turtle Bay with Swim Stops

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Free cancellationExcellent quality

1/23

Duration3h

GroupUp to 60

LanguagesEN · EL +1

PickupAt your hotel

A former presidential yacht sails you past sea caves and into Cyprus' clearest waters

You board a small, adults-only yacht in Protaras and spend five hours sailing past sea caves, limestone cliffs and a ghost town, with two swim stops — one at the Blue Lagoon and one at Turtle Bay where turtles sometimes appear. Snorkelling gear, a first drink and WiFi are included; the boat has a well-stocked bar for anything else you want, and a restroom onboard. Resort transfers can be booked separately to avoid arranging your own transport to the pier.

Step-by-step itinerary

Coastal cruise with swim stops

Depart from Protaras
Sail to Famagusta border viewpoint
View ghost town of Varosha
Cruise past Fig Tree Bay
See Agioi Anargyroi Church and cave
Pass Konnou Bay and natural caves
Stop for swim at Blue Lagoon
Stop at Turtle Bay to spot turtles
Return to Protaras

The Experience

Hands grip the rail as the boat pulls away from Protaras pier — St Georgios I, once the private yacht of President Glafcos Clerides, cuts toward open water. The adults-only cruise keeps groups small and the pace unhurried, which means you're not jostling for space or waiting while someone else photographs the same rock formation. The boat heads first toward Cape Greco National Park, where the limestone cliffs rise sharp and pale above the water, and you'll pass close enough to Agioi Anargyroi Church to see the cave mouth carved into the rock beneath it — the original place of worship, built into the stone itself.

Two swim stops anchor the day. The first is the Blue Lagoon, where the water sits so clear you can see the seabed and the colour shifts from turquoise to deep blue as the depth changes. Snorkelling gear is on board if you want it, and a first drink — beer or cocktail — is included, so you're not calculating costs before you relax. The second stop happens on the return journey at Turtle Bay, where if the timing and the light align, you might spot sea turtles in their natural habitat. It's not guaranteed, but the crew knows where to look and when the water is calm enough to see them.

Between swims, the route takes you past Fig Tree Bay and toward the border viewing point, where you'll see Varosha — the ghost town frozen since 1974 — from the water. The boat moves slowly enough that you can take in the coastline without feeling rushed, and WiFi is available onboard if you need to stay connected. The whole day runs about five hours, which is long enough to feel like a proper escape but short enough that you're back before the afternoon heat peaks. Optional transfers from local resorts can be arranged if you'd rather not drive to the pier yourself.

What’s included

Your cruise includes one free cocktail or beer, snorkelling equipment for both swim stops, WiFi onboard, life jackets, and access to the restroom.
Additional drinks and snacks are available for purchase from the well-stocked bar.
Optional resort transfers can be arranged separately if you need transport to the pier.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by St Georgios Boat

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a full-day water escape without arranging your own transport or worrying about timing multiple stops — the fixed five-hour schedule and small adult-only groups mean you're not managing logistics or crowds, just swimming and watching the coastline pass.