Paphos · Akamas peninsula
Lara Bay turtle beach
A wild, protected beach where green and loggerhead turtles nest, with a turtle conservation station explaining the work to protect them.
Kids 5–11 · Teens 12+
Free; jeep safaris to the area are paid.
Beaches, Nature, Adventure
Turtle nesting season is roughly May–August.
Open beach; the conservation station’s guided tours run only at times in the nesting season.
Half a day including the drive
Outdoor
Lara Bay, Akamas peninsula, north of Coral Bay
Car or tour
About Lara Bay turtle beach
Lara Bay is one of the most important turtle nesting beaches in the Mediterranean. Nests are protected by cages in summer, and a small conservation station has information boards for visitors.
There are no facilities: no sunbeds, shops or lifeguards. The beach is reached on a rough dirt track, so most families come by 4x4 or on a jeep safari.
What kids love, facilities and tips
What kids love
- Seeing protected turtle nests
- Learning how hatchlings find the sea
- A jeep ride through the Akamas
Facilities
- Information boards
- No shops or toilets
Tips for parents
- Never touch nests or hatchlings, and keep out of marked nesting areas.
- Bring all water, food and shade with you.
- Hatchlings usually emerge later in summer; sightings are never guaranteed.
Getting there
Car or tour
Access is by a rough track through the Akamas. Use a 4x4 or join an organised jeep safari from Paphos or Coral Bay.
Directions to Lara Bay turtle beach (opens Google Maps in a new tab)Taxi or car
For farm parks, waterparks out of town and mountain trips, a taxi or hire car is usually quicker with children and car seats.
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Lara Bay turtle beach with kids: questions
Is Lara Bay turtle beach free?
Yes. Free; jeep safaris to the area are paid.
What ages is Lara Bay turtle beach good for?
It suits kids (5–11), teens (12+). Plan on half a day including the drive for a visit.
How do you get to Lara Bay turtle beach?
Access is by a rough track through the Akamas. Use a 4x4 or join an organised jeep safari from Paphos or Coral Bay.
Sources
Information checked on 2026-10-09. Prices, hours and seasons change, so confirm with the venue before you go.
Guide to Paphos: Lara Bay turtle conservation station ↗