Beaches?

JamesB


Joined: 07/02/2007
Posts: 450

Message Posted:
21/09/2007 16:47

Can anyone tell me there favourite beaches, bringing out a kayak and may do some fishing from it. Also the charges to use them. I went to escape beach over the summer and I think the charge was 15ytl? is this the norm, can work out expensive for a family over the summer. Thanks.

ilovecyprus


Joined: 08/05/2007
Posts: 2880

Message Posted:
21/09/2007 23:22

Hi james



You have to try Golden Beach on the Karapz. Simply awesome. It is free and at the time I went there were only about 20 people. I should imagine it would be just fantastic for kayaking and fishing.

pilgrim



Joined: 11/05/2007
Posts: 1404

Message Posted:
21/09/2007 23:56

Malibu in Karpas without question.

Notsoboredhw


Joined: 15/03/2007
Posts: 1254

Message Posted:
22/09/2007 02:10

How long does it take to get to Karpas from Esentepe - and how do you get there?

Perry


Joined: 27/01/2007
Posts: 413

Message Posted:
22/09/2007 10:52

Turtle Beach (Alagadi) is a large sandy beach (between Kyenia and Esenteppe) and its free.

millzer


Joined: 12/04/2007
Posts: 978

Message Posted:
22/09/2007 11:11

Nicky it takes about two hours ish to the end of the Karpaz. It's around 100 miles, so further than you think, but I guess that when the new roads are but heading out from Tatlisu way this will be reduced by quite a bit.

Notsoboredhw


Joined: 15/03/2007
Posts: 1254

Message Posted:
22/09/2007 11:45

Thanks Martin for that. I'm sure at some point we might take a trip out there.

Bowman


Joined: 02/05/2007
Posts: 256

Message Posted:
22/09/2007 12:07

Kaplica beach, about 20 mins further on from Esentepe. Excellent beach. Have to agree, so is Malibu which is near Yeni Erenkoy on the way to Karpas.

alanka


Joined: 15/09/2007
Posts: 154

Message Posted:
23/09/2007 01:51

I have friends in Bogaz who have 2 canoes, they offered me to go out, but didn't have the time, and they went and came across a huge turtle, they were so thrilled, and I was so upset because I didn't get to see it!!!

AbbyG


Joined: 26/11/2007
Posts: 113

Message Posted:
04/12/2007 15:25

pilgrim & ilovecyprus:

Where exactly are Malibu Beach and Golden Beach on the Karpas? Everytime someone makes a good suggestion I immediately go to my map of NC to make a note for future reference, but can't find these beaches by name only so I assume they are beaches belonging to a village. What are the nearest villages I will find on the map, or are they near Yeni Erenkoy?

Abby

paul90


Joined: 07/11/2007
Posts: 350

Message Posted:
05/02/2008 16:52

Abby - I also was looking for Malibu beach - it is near Ayia Trias on the north Karpas.

Do you have Google Earth on your computer? (if not then download and install it).

Type in Ayia Trias (in the "Fly to" box). It will zoom in on this village.

Then just zoom out a little and look north. Click on some of the blue circles and Malibu beach will show.

If you play with the map you will be able to trace the road back to Kyrenia etc.

Notsoboredhw


Joined: 15/03/2007
Posts: 1254

Message Posted:
05/02/2008 18:13

Can anyone tell me which beach is the beach to the left of Acapulco - it looks lovely on Google Earth but not sure which beach it is and how much it costs to go on there. Looks like they have a nice restaurant as well. UKTurk/Izzet do you know?

briggus


Joined: 25/07/2007
Posts: 161

Message Posted:
05/02/2008 21:28

http://www.karpaz.info/



Try this site. There are photos and maps etc

Perry


Joined: 27/01/2007
Posts: 413

Message Posted:
05/02/2008 23:59

Hi BHW,

Bad news I am afraid, we too saw the beach on Google Earth - so drove to it in October. It is part of the army complex and is for army use only......

Notsoboredhw


Joined: 15/03/2007
Posts: 1254

Message Posted:
06/02/2008 00:25

Oh no - it looks amazing! Did they stop you going in there? Nightmare. I showed my husband the google earth photo that's on there and we both went WOW!

Perry


Joined: 27/01/2007
Posts: 413

Message Posted:
06/02/2008 10:36

Yes - there is a road with a resort style sign on the wall at the entrance (from Kyrenia, just before you turn off to Esentepe on the left hand side toward the sea). When we got to the bottom, big barrier, army present etc !!! Still they were very polite and helped us back on our way.... Beach did look fantastic though !

orangekazzie



Joined: 31/07/2007
Posts: 1091

Message Posted:
06/02/2008 11:13

Hi Perry

I think you are referring to the sign marked Baris.



I agree the Karpas is wonderful for beaches and the new road will when finished make a difference. My only regret is that they've done the same as they did with the first part of the new road and that's destroyed the old coastal road. It was a very long and winding road but it was great to turn a corner and come face to face with the sea then head inland again for a few miles. It used to be a 2 day visit to the Karpas as it took so long to get there.

I know its good for those who have properties up near Malibu to have the new road but as I said I just wish they would have left the old road in place.

Karen

stevie-d



Joined: 13/07/2007
Posts: 1420

Message Posted:
06/02/2008 18:23

On the road to Guzelyurt about 2 or three miles outside Karsiyaka,it`s called Horeshoe Bay, and two or three others in that area can`t remember the names, Just turn up and swim, sunbathe.

stevie-d

Susie


Joined: 06/06/2007
Posts: 87

Message Posted:
11/02/2008 16:52

We preffered the old coastal road too.

Notsoboredhw


Joined: 15/03/2007
Posts: 1254

Message Posted:
13/02/2008 23:27

Anyone know if you can get down to the beach opposite Nature Bay Village (near Korineum Golf course). On Cyprus44 best properties it shows the village opposite what looks like a sandy beach - anyone know if there is access to this beach and what it is like?

billbob


Joined: 14/03/2008
Posts: 122

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 10:40

Hi,

Could anyone tell us please the best beaches in the Lapta area suitable for small children? When we visited last year the sea was quite rough. We are coming out to our new apartment in Lapta on 22nd March.

lesleyb


Joined: 27/02/2008
Posts: 126

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 11:17

Hi Billbob, from our own personal experience we take our grandchildren to the

Escape Beach, we live in Girne and I know there are some other beaches around but the facilities at the Escape are very good, but you do have to pay.

Enjoy your stay.



Lesley

lovingcyprus


Joined: 02/03/2007
Posts: 1272

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 17:06

billbob



You will probably find the sea a little cold (but still warmer than the UK) in March.



In previous years Escape beach have not charged until the end of April

Perry


Joined: 27/01/2007
Posts: 413

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 21:55

End of March / early April last year, Escape had not opened and the beach was covered in seaweed from the winter (they obviusly clean the beach ready for the season). Tip for you though Billbob - drive to the east of Kyrenia to Acapulco resort. They do not charge to get in until the end of May, and the beach there is fabulous. The loungers and beds are on the beach from mid March

spook


Joined: 23/01/2008
Posts: 244

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 22:38

Billbob

Small beach in Lapta "Rosies" not used it myself but my family say its OK , small beach bar does not look much but food past my grandchildrens test,

no charges for use beach.

nivek


Joined: 21/11/2007
Posts: 21

Message Posted:
15/03/2008 23:26

Hi Billbob where abouts in Lapta are you,whats your appts called.Could anyone tell me where abouts Rosies beach is,we have appt in Lapta but struggled to find beach.

spook


Joined: 23/01/2008
Posts: 244

Message Posted:
16/03/2008 00:53

Rosies Beach

Coming from Karsiyaka on left before you get to the Celebrity Club, only small sign, drive slowly or you will miss it

billbob


Joined: 14/03/2008
Posts: 122

Message Posted:
30/05/2008 16:04

Thanks all for your help and advice, sorry for the very late reply!. We did visit Accupulco Beach and yes it was lovely. Escape Beach was also nice, but not open and yes covered in seaweed!, children enjoyed though.

Our apartment is direcltly behind the Rose Garden Hotel in Lapta which was not ready for our stay in March!, still not sure if it is going to be ready for our next visit in August!

Would still like some suggestions about child friendly beaches in the area, as apart from Escape, the others were fairly dirty and not much sand!

maggie


Joined: 25/03/2008
Posts: 192

Message Posted:
30/05/2008 16:32

Denikisi Hotel the beach is good, I was there early May with my grandchildren.

Pools



Joined: 22/04/2008
Posts: 164

Message Posted:
30/05/2008 16:56

when i was working in a hotel.most our guest went to ESCAPE BEACH...the others at SUNSET BEACH...i havent tried but they said the beach is nice but a bit crowded.I have been to MALIBU-Karpaz...nice beaches...food is nice FISH at 25 ytl

hattikins


Joined: 17/02/2008
Posts: 2793

Message Posted:
30/05/2008 17:13

Hi Billbob,

We are almost neighbours, we have a place just above the village of Lapta. Try Camelot beach, the road to it is virtually opposite the turning for Rose Gardens. It,s only small but safe for children and there are facilities if you need a drink or snack, better still take your own in a cooler bag. There is a small charge for sunloungers but not much.

Hattikins

newlad



Joined: 02/03/2008
Posts: 7819

Message Posted:
30/05/2008 23:42

Hi All,

Does anyone know what sort of distance it is from Girne to the Karpas,

Paul.

wackyjim



Joined: 04/06/2007
Posts: 760

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 00:21

Hi Paul



Not sure about mileage maybe about 110, but it took me almost 2.5 hours from Alsancak to the very tip of the Karpas.



Jim

newlad



Joined: 02/03/2008
Posts: 7819

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 00:30

Thanks Jim,

Is that as the crow flies or did you walk on water.Kiloms or miles mate,

Paul.

wackyjim



Joined: 04/06/2007
Posts: 760

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 00:33

Paul



No... I like to swim to the Karpas. It keeps me in shape!!!

newlad



Joined: 02/03/2008
Posts: 7819

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 01:33

110 kiloms or miles,god you are looking in great shape Jim.

wish2rent


Joined: 26/05/2008
Posts: 70

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 09:24

Another fantastic beach that although a bit of a trek is well worth the journey is Akdeniz Beach on the West side, I am not sure if many members have been to this beach and I for one after nearly 18 years on the Island only found it 2 years ago! No charge and it is well over 3 miles long, needs a bit of a tidy up but the sand dunes make the beach almost 400m wide!! Take a picnik, cool box and lots of water as there is nothing but a small shop which is in the village of Akdeniz which is a few miles from the beach.

Bob / Anne


Joined: 01/11/2007
Posts: 39

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 10:05

Drove past the Vogue (on the way to Esentepe) and there was a notice outside that refurbishment is now complete, and the beach / restaurant is now open, anybody tried it?.



Bob.

gazza


Joined: 15/05/2007
Posts: 161

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 10:23

hi all.



we are arriving sunday night are there any nice beaches near kyrenia,staying at alkintya hotel.



gazza

morty


Joined: 24/03/2008
Posts: 141

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 11:07

Gazza,



Algadi beach is not far away from you to the East, about 10 mins from Caltalkoy. Its sandy both in & out of the water, has a beach bar and stretches for hundreds of yards. It would at least give you a starting point until you use local knowledge. Its just off the main road going East signposted for Esentepe and ic clearly marked.



Have a great time, we are just back and its hot, hot hot !!!

wish2rent


Joined: 26/05/2008
Posts: 70

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 12:23

Diana Beach which is located near to the CocaCola depot in Catalkoy is nicely located for you

Perry


Joined: 27/01/2007
Posts: 413

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 12:41

Hi we have just got back from a great week - the weather is absolutely perfect - hot and sunny by day and warm at night - but the humidity is still low. Great news - on Wednesday the local schools organised a beach clean. We went to Alagadi (Turtle beach) on Thursday and it was absolutely spotless - not a piece of rubbish in site. Lara beach (just before Alagadi) was also very clean and very nice. We also noted that Acapulco have put their prices up top to YTL 20 per adult and 5 per child so a family of 4 is now YTL50 !! - Just as well the other beaches have been cleaned up so well

eager


Joined: 23/02/2007
Posts: 1272

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 13:42

strange family that one.....must have 6 adults and 6 kids !!!!

6 x 20 plus 6 x 5 ytl

cooper


Joined: 23/10/2007
Posts: 3386

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 13:53

eager you should have gone to specsavers ! Perry said a family of four 2 x adults & 2 x kids is now 50ytl.



Cooper

eager


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Posts: 1272

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 13:56

oops oh yes, thought it said ytl150. On my way to specsavers now !!!

cooper


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Message Posted:
31/05/2008 14:00

eager must admit i thought it said 150 at first. see you at specsavers then !



Cooper

eager


Joined: 23/02/2007
Posts: 1272

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 14:01

Ok mate....just like that...

Bradus


Joined: 25/02/2007
Posts: 2641

Message Posted:
31/05/2008 16:33

wish2rent,

we are at Ozankoy so Diana beach is the nearest for us but last time we visited the road down was blocked off and I was informed that a hotel is being built so there will be no access until its finished (Bet there is a charge then) Any one know if you can presently access this beach?