Half-Day Odyssey Guided Boat Safari with Lunch in Cyprus
Description
A captivating cruise from Larnaca Marina to the world-famous Zenobia shipwreck. Snorkel and swim alongside divers exploring this mesmerizing wreck, creating memories to last a lifetime. Continue your adventure at Cape Pyla, where you can take a refreshing swim amidst stunning Red cliffs, magnificent caves, and graceful sea eagles' habitat. Spot the breeding of Tsipoura (sea bream) at the fishing farm, and perhaps, encounter playful dolphins. Enjoy the scenic views of Ayia Napa before reaching Cape Greco, passing Love Bridge and the Pirate Caves. Don't miss the breathtaking Blue Lagoon, perfect for swimming and snorkeling. At 13:00, indulge in a delightful Cypriot buffet with mouthwatering homemade local dishes and BBQ treats. As we cruise towards Protaras, glimpse the Ghost City of Famagusta, offering insights into the Turkish-occupied town. The "Odyssey Boat Safari" concludes at Golden Coast fishing port around 14:00, promising an incredible day of adventure and discovery.
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Itinerary
We start the day from Larnaca Marina, heading initially to the Zenobia shipwreck, a Swedish cargo ferry that sank in 1980, our passengers can take a closer look of her, swimming, snorkeling, and seeing divers diving to the wreck.
After getting acquainted with Zenobia, we sail to Cape Pyla where we stop for a swim. Here, passengers can admire the magnificent caves, the beautiful Red cliffs and the inhabitant areas of sea eagles.
We continue our trip passing by a fishing farm where the Cypriot delicatessen fish Tsipoura (sea bream) is bred. As we keep sliding on the crystal blue waters of the area, we immerse ourselves in the amazing view created by the beaches of Ayia Napa. Pass by without stopping, time is for the navigation.
We head to Cape Greco, passing by the natural rocky Love Bridge and we approach the Pirate Caves, a complex of sea caves that was used in the old times by pirates and smugglers (hence the name). Pass by without stopping, time is for the navigation.
We pass the church on our way to the Blue Lagoon. Pass by without stopping, time is for the navigation.
After we move past the Agioi Anargyroi church, we stop at the Blue Lagoon for swimming.
Following the coastline towards Protaras, we reach as close as we are allowed to Famagusta. There, information is shared about the Ghost City, while we get a glimpse of the Turkish-occupied town. Pass by without stopping, time is for the navigation.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
You will receive your pick-up time and pick-point within 24 after your booking.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Minimum age requirement for alcohol consumption is 18 years of age
Reviews(8)
This was thoroughly enjoyable. The crew were friendly and attentive as well as informative. The swim stops were lovely. Wine was provided throughout, other drinks were available at a price. A bonus was the music and dancing. Lunch was a chicken BBQ with a buffet. Food was very good and plentiful. Transfer at the end was well organised in air conditioned coaches.
Thank you for your detailed review. We’re so glad you enjoyed the Odyssey Boat Safari with its swim stops, food, wine, and atmosphere on board. It’s great to hear the crew made it informative and fun, and that transfers ran smoothly. We’d be delighted to welcome you again.
Very nice experience, you always feel like you want to come again! Special thanks to Captain Andreas, Cheerful Olga, friendly Amor and the rest of the crew!
Thank you for the lovely review! We’re thrilled it made you want to come again. Special thanks are noted for Captain Andreas, cheerful Olga, friendly Amor and the rest of our yellow-shirt crew. We’ll share your kind words with them. Hope to welcome you back soon.
We, as a family of 4 with kids, enjoyed our boat trip a lot. The swimming spots were great and the happy vibe of the whole trip really made our day. Thumbs up for the guides, Olga and Mattis, the captain, Andreas and the rest of the staff. They were all really friendly and our kids loved them. The BBQ was delicious. Highly recommended half day trip.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We’re thrilled that your family of four loved the swim spots, happy vibes, and delicious BBQ. Olga, Mattis, Captain Andreas, and the rest of our team will be delighted by your praise. It was a pleasure having you aboard, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure soon!
Fantastic day! We had a private car collect us from our hotel in Larnaca and were greeted by staff opening the door for us. Aboard, it was not so busy, maybe 60 guests. The swimming was fantastic. We saw a dolphin, swam with a turtle (luck) and saw wonderful flying fish. Lunch was very good also and plentiful! Would recommend and certainly do again!
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a memorable day, from the private car service to the incredible swimming experience with a dolphin and turtle. It sounds like you had some truly special moments with the marine life! We're also glad you enjoyed the lunch and found it plentiful. We look forward to welcoming you back on board for another wonderful experience soon!
Odysseys Unlimited rans a fabulous safari in Tanzania. I travelled with friends - there were 6 of us in the Toyota Land Rover. The back 2 seats were a little uncomfortable so we all took turns but that, and the unavoidable washboard roads were the only negatives. The lodges we stayed at were great (if you have any reservations I saw tables also reserved for Tauck and A&K tours at each of our lodges) - and we were right in the heart of the reserves. There were two cape buffalos outside my window one morning!!!! We saw leopards, lions, zebras, hippos, alligators, colobus monkeys with ostrich-like plume for tails, real ostriches that happened to be mating, baboons, giraffes, a python and a puff adder, jackals, hyenas, one rhino, baby elephants, playful adolescent and matriarchs. gorgeous birds too many to recall and cheetahs. We were usually within 10ft of these animals (happily the python was curled up in a tree digesting lunch). When I groused about my poor photography skills, our driver and guide said "give me your phone". I now have stellar pictures! Your driver is the key here - he has the uncanny ability to spot the animals at great distance. Odysseys Unlimited meets you at the airport, arranges all transfers and makes you feel safe and comfortable. I would go back in a heartbeat!!!
Far far too crowded. Noisy music and too many people on board. Constant announcements by over zealous guide. Food was tasty but low value (chicken thighs, salad). Crew nice and helpful aside from the irritating announcements. Did not enjoy, poor value for money and would not recommend.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We always strive to provide a pleasant experience for all our guests, and we take your comments to heart. Regarding the seating capacity, our boat is designed to comfortably accommodate 150 passengers. On the day of your trip, we had 134 guests on board, well within our limit, as we never exceed 135 passengers to ensure everyone has a comfortable experience. As for the buffet, we offer a variety of options including fresh bread, three different salads, three side dishes, potatoes, rice, a pasta dish, bulgur, and Cypriot BBQ chicken. We apologize if this did not meet your expectations, and we appreciate your input as we continually work to refine our offerings. Additionally, our tour guides make regular announcements to highlight important landmarks and swim stops throughout the cruise. It is clearly stated that we have tour guides on board, and the itinerary is provided to all guests, ensuring everyone is aware of the schedule and highlights. Lastly, we did not receive any bookings from Viator for that day, which indicates your reservation was likely made through a secondary channel. We encourage booking directly with us or through our official partners to avoid any confusion. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to serve you better in the future.
Almost completely circled the island, saw a lot of beauty, then went back to the Blue Lagoon, loved it so much. They know how to lure turtles onto lettuce leaves;) it was the best. Lying on the top deck is very nice :) three stops for a swim - just right. After the cruise, I thought I'd seen so much sea I could go home.)
We are so glad that you enjoyed our Odyssey boat safari and thank you so much for the review
The Captain was very nice & cool. The places we visited were beautiful and the food was very good. We saw some turtles. The boat was clean and the bus back to Larnaca was also clean and had AC. But it felt a bit crowded on the boat and it was rather uncomfortable. I'd rather go on a smaller boat with less people.
Thank you for the review, and we are very sorry you felt uncomfortable. On the day you attended our Odyssey boat safari, there were a total of 97 people on the boat. The boat has a license for 150 people by the Cyprus shipping ministry so the boat wasn't even at full capacity. It is a public cruise and we always try to make all guests feel comfortable that's why our decrease our capacity license from 250 people to 150 people.
