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Swimming
The clear blue waters of the sea around Cyprus and the long stretches of sandy beach offer
excellent opportunities for swimming and sunbathing. On every beach red buoys indicate the
swimmers' area, where speed-boats etc., are not allowed to enter.
Water World - Aquapark
A water park with different gigantic water-slides to suit everyones courage. An activity
pool as well as a children's pool invite to special aquatic fun. Catering facilities are
also available.
Admission fees: adults CYP 7,00 and children CYP 5,00 for one day.
Agia Thekla Road to Agia Napa
Tel: 03-723816, 722271, Telefax: 02-723660
Wet'nWild
Tel: 357 5 318000
Fax: 357 5 318500
E- mal: wetnwild@spidernet.com.cy
Web Site: www.wetnwild.com.cy
Fasouri Watermania
Tel: 357 5 714235
Fax: 357 5 714237
E-mail: fasouriwatermania@cytanet.com.cy
Web Site: www.watermania-fasouri.com
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Water
Activities
Charges for water-sports equipment as approved by the Central Beach committee |
(all prices include V.A.T):
CYP |
| Pedal boat (two seats) |
3,00 |
/ hour |
| Pedal boat (four seats) |
4,00 |
/ hour |
| Canoe (one seat) |
2,00 |
/ hour |
| Canoe (two seats) |
3,00 |
/ hour |
| Windsurfer |
5,00 |
/ hour |
| Windsuder (lesson) |
3,00 |
/ ½ hour |
| Rowing boat |
3,00 |
/ hour |
| Sailing boat |
10,00 |
/ hour |
| Sailing boat (lesson) |
15,00 |
/ hour |
| Jet Ski (one seat) |
8,00 |
/ 15 min. |
| JetSki (two seats) |
10,00 |
/ 15 min. |
| Speedboat (upto 49HP) |
10,00 |
/ ½ hour |
| Speedboat (upto 69HP) |
15,00 |
/ ½ hour |
| Speedboat (upto 84HP) |
18,00 |
/ ½ hour |
| Speedboat (upto 149HP) |
25,00 |
/ ½ hour |
| Speedboat (over 150 HP) |
30,00 |
/ ½ hour |
| Water Ski |
5,00 |
/ one km round |
| Water Ski (lesson) |
8,00 |
/ 15 min. |
| Parachuting flight |
12,00 |
/ 10 min. |
| Banana ride (per person) |
2,00 |
/ 15 min. |
| Ring Ride (per person) |
3,00 |
/ 15 min. |
| Catamaran |
10,00 |
/ hour |
Sailing / Yachting
The climatic conditions, the unpolluted sea and the interesting coastline make Cyprus
an interesting and up-coming destination for yachting.
Two marinas, several ports and numerous bays provide shelter from the
prevailing moderate westerlies. Even during the winter months, the European Yachtsmen will
be surprised by the temperate sailing conditions - with air and sea temperatures around
17°C - combarable with the early summer conditions in Nothern Europe. For information
respective chartering motor or sailing yachts please refer to our addresslist
Nautical Clubs /
Sailing Clubs
The various nautical clubs in Cyprus with the exception of the Nicosia nautical
club are responsible for all sports events and competitions concerning sea sports, such as
swimming, sailing etc.
Marinas, Yacht
Harbours and Shelters
Apart from the Larnaka Marina and St. Raphael Marina mentioned herebelow, there
are also a number of fishing shelters in Cyprus. Amateur Fishing
Larnaka Marina
Larnaka Marina is situated in the bay of Larnaka and lies 110 nautical miles from Beirut
and Tripoli, 182 nautical miles from Tel-Aviv, 230 nautical miles from Port-Said and 300
nautical miles from Rhodes. The position of the Marina is 34 deg. 55 min. North - 33 deg.
38 min. East.
The Marina, an official Port of Entry, has berthing facilities for 450 yachts of various
sizes.
The minimum depth of the accessible part of the Marina is approximately 1.5 m and the
maximum is 4.5m. The nature of the sea bed is mud and sand. The Marina is entirely
protected from all weather conditions.
Access to the Marina is controlled and limited to yacht owners and crews. The Marina has
security guard on a 24hour basis.
Amenities
- All yachts moored in the Marina may use every facility and service
available, at a reasonable charge
- Water Supplied on board (free of charge)
- Electricity Supplied on all quays at 240 volts/50HZ
- Telephone, Telex and Telefax Services are available at the Marina office
- Fuel is available at the end of the main north pier
- Yacht Repair Facillties: A unit for the hauling/launching and
servicing/repairing of yachts operates within the Marina
- Laundry-Showers-Lockers-Post Office boxes: Available within the Marina
- Fire fight equipment is installed throughout the Marina reaching yachts
within the area
- Public Address system to all areas
Additional facilities
- Serviced Asphalt Hard standing areas
- English and French speaking schools 15 min. walking distance from the
Marina
- Independent Brokerage
- Dry Cleaners
- Mini Market, food and Provisions store
- Chandlery
- Toilets, Showers and Coin Operated washing Machines
- Osmosis treatment unit
- Travel Hoist 50 tons
Berthing Charges: These vary according to the duration of stay and the
length of the vessel and are subject to change.
Customs and Immigration formalities can be cleared from within the Marina.
Larnaka Marina has a Marine VHF communication service on a 24hrs basis (Listening: Ch16
Working Ch.8).
St. Raphael Marina,
Limassol
The Marina, located at longitude 33 deg. 11 min. - latitude 34 deg. 42min., is a very
special feature of the holiday resort, ideal for motor and sailing yacht enthusiasts.
There is 24-hour security with guards patrolling the Marina grounds for
the safety of the guests.
The breakwater is constructed in such a way as to protect the Marina from waves up to 5
metres in height.
Fire fighting equipment is installed throughout the Marina reaching all yachts within the
area.
The space available for each yacht is fully supported by a Mediterranean type mooring
system for stern Mooring.
There are 227 berths accommodating boats up to 30m LOA and 4m draught.
Yachts are berthed to 3 concrete piers with all facilities, including connected
freshwater, electricity, Telephone, T.V. and hooked-up in-house video.
Transportation facilities to and from Limassol town
- Shuffle bus
- Public bus transportation
- Taxi service
Amenitites
- Floodlit Marina
- Public Address System
- Ample parking
- Toilets and Showers
- Slipway maximum LOA 8.5m
- Brokerage
- Laundry and Dry Cleaners
- Ship Chandler
- Mini Market
- Workshop for scrubbing off, painting, electrical or any other repairs and
maintenance are available.
- Marine Hoist up to 60 tons capacity.
- Fuel Station
- Watersports
- Fishing trips
- Chartering
Yachtsmen are regarded as clientele of the resort and have access to all
St. Raphael Hotel facilities.
Yachts coming to, or leaving Cyprus can clear Customs and Immigration formalities from
within the Marina Offices.
Diving / Sub-Aqua
Activities
There are no dangerous underwater currents in any of the recommended diving areas.
Spear-fishing is prohibited within the bathers' areas, which are demarcated with red
buoys.It is forbidden to remove antiquities and sponges from the bottom of the seas.
There is a therapeutic Decompression Chamber for hyperbatic oxygen treatment at the
Larnaka Makarion General Hospital (new Hospital)
Organised Sub-Aqua clubs and Diving centres can be found in all towns
and resorts, as well as at a number of hotels. Besides these clubs and centres, many firms
sell or hire sub-aqua equipment.
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