Easy

Cape Greco, Famagusta district

Kavos nature trail

A short loop up Kavos hill through pines and low scrub. From the top the view is open all round: the tip of the cape with its lighthouse to the east, and the coast towards Ayia Napa and Protaras.

Length
1.2 km
Time
About 45 minutes
Type
Circular
Altitude
30 → 70 m

Difficulty: Easy

Steep, rocky cliffs on the south side of the hill.

Where it starts

The old quarry at Cape Greco (parking), reached by a dirt road about 1 km after the turn for Cape Greco from the Ayia Napa to Protaras road.

Directions to the trail

The pin is the middle of the route as mapped on OpenStreetMap; the start is described on the left.

Trails nearby

Good to know before you walk

What do the difficulty levels mean?

They are the Department of Forests’ own. Easy (1): gentle gradient, for all ages. Moderate (2): sudden climbs or descents or rough, narrow stretches, for adults in fair to good shape. Difficult (3): steep, rough or slippery terrain, for adults in very good shape, not for young children.

When is the best time to walk?

Spring and autumn. In summer, walk early in the morning, carry plenty of water and choose the shaded mountain trails; in winter the high Troodos trails can have snow and ice.

Is it safe to walk alone?

It is better to walk with others, stay on the marked path and tell someone your route. Carry water, a phone and a first aid kit, and a torch if you may be out after dark.

Who do I call in an emergency?

For a forest fire call 1407 (24 hours, free). For an injury or any other emergency call 112.

Can I light a fire or a barbecue on a trail?

Only in the fireplaces of official picnic sites, and never on days of high fire danger. The fire danger for each district is on our fire danger page.

Sources: “Cyprus Nature Trails” by the Department of Forests (2013 and 2023) and the Deputy Ministry of Tourism’s nature trails map (2026). Always check the Department of Forests’ notices for closed trails.