Paphos, Cyprus » Entertainment » Activities

As Paphos enjoys sunshine most of the year, it is an ideal place to enjoy outdoor sports activities. Whether you want to just relax on the beaches or enjoy some professional sport like golf or football, Paphos has all the facilities.

One can get take part in various activities like golf, bowling, water sports, go karting, etc. Options and facilities are unlimited; you just have to make the right choice.

Bowling

Paphos offer a variety a bowling centres where one can a enjoy a game of bowling. These bowling centres also offer facilities like a business centre, restaurant & bar, internet cafes, arrangements for birthday parties, children’s playroom, video games, pool tables and much more. Bowling can be a complete a entertainment centre for the whole family. Some of the bowling centres in Paphos are:

Cosmic Bowling Centre
Address: Apostolou Pavlou Avenue, 47, 8049, Paphos
Tel: +357 99 425 588

For further information , Visit Cosmic Bowling Centre.

Cockatoos Bowling & Entertainment Center
Address: 25 Ayiou Antoniou Street (pedestrian way). Kato Paphos, Paphos
Tel: +357 26 822 004
Fax: +357 26 951 661

For further information , Visit Cockatoos Bowling & Entertainment Center.

Golf

Paphos has some of the best amenities for golf lovers and the game can be played all year round. There are three major golf courses in Paphos situated within beautiful, natural surroundings. They are:


Aphrodites Hills
This is an award winning 18-hole championship standard golf course. It has a double ended 350m practise range, 4 target greens with bunkers, short gae practise facilities, 3 academy holes, two residential professional golf instructors, a large clubhouse with bar and restaurant.
Address: Aphrodite Hills Golf Club, 4 Aphrodite Avenue, 8500 Koulia, Paphos
Tel: +357 26 828 200
Fax: +357 26 828 201
Tsada Golf Course
Founded in 1994 the golf course is located in the midst of beautiful vineyards and orchards. It has a classic Donald Steele design, which plays to a par 72 and measures 6060m.
Address: Tsada Golf Club, P O Box 62085, 8062 Paphos
Tel: +357 26 642 774
Fax: +357 26 642 776
Secret Valley Golf Course
This golf course is situated near the birthplace of Aphrodite and plays to a par 71 and measures 5904m.
Address: Secret Valley Golf Club, P O Box 62085, 8062, Paphos
Tel: +357 26 274 000
Fax: +357 26 274 001

Go Karting

Go Karting is an excellent option for both children as well as adults. There are some good Karting centres in the Coral Bay area and in Geroskipou. Along with speeding cars, there are other facilities available like game centres, playgrounds, party and corporate event arrangements, Kiddy karts, Snack bars, Kiosks and much more. Some of the good Karting centres in Paphos are:

Paphos Karting Centre
Address: 40 Konstantinou Palaiologou, Riverside Block, 8201, Geroskipou, Paphos
Tel: +357 80 000 807, +357 26 913 435

For further information , Visit Paphos Karting Centre.

Coral Bay Karting
Address: Road from Paphos to Coral Bay to Aiyos Georgios
Tel: +357 70 001 314
Fax: +357 26 623 700

For further information , Visit Coral Bay Karting.

Horse Riding

Some of the horses riding centres in Paphos are the best stables in Cyprus. These centres are well equipped and have a long experience in imparting training to amateur riders. If you are an experienced horse rider then horses can be rented from the stable. Some of the best ranches in Paphos are Santa Fe Ranch at Yeroskipou, Paddocks Equestrian Centre at Kissonerga and George's Ranch at Coral Bay.

Fishing

Fishing is an old sport in Paphos and is becoming popular with time. It can be enjoyed at all times, offering excellent fresh water fishing opportunities to anglers. For fishing in dams, license is required but for salt-water fishing in sea, no license is needed. There are facilities to rent boats, rods, nets and baits for fishing.

Department of Fisheries
Address: Eolou 13, 1416 Nicosia, Cyprus
Tel: +357 22 807 868
Fax: +357 22 775 995
The Angler
Address: Paphos Harbour, Paphos
Tel: +357 99 421 044

For further information , Visit The Angler.

Diving

Crystal clear waters surround Paphos and the water temperature also ranges between 16 to 27 degree Celsius, which is perfect for scuba diving, and snorkelling. There are variety of spots that can be visited by divers where there are no strong currents and one can get to see oral colonies, sea anemones and sponges, fish and sea-shells in exotic colours and ship wrecks. There are few schools that offer training sessions for the interested.

Cydive - Cyprus Scuba Diving Center
Address: 1 Poseidonos Avenue, MYRRA Complex, 8042, Paphos
Tel: +357 26 934 271
Fax: +357 26 935 307

For further information , Visit Cydive - Cyprus Scuba Diving Center.

Dive Point
Address: Parmenionos Street, No 4, Tomb of the Kings Road, 8045, Paphos
Tel: +357 26 937 740
Fax: +357 26 938 730

For further information , Visit Dive Point.

Hiking & Biking

Hiking and Biking are great ways to test your fitness and stamina as well as enjoy the benefits of outdoors to its full. Smell the fresh air, enjoy the spectacular views and be as close to nature as you can. There are various mountain biking and hiking organizations in Cyprus and Paphos as well, which will help you discover beautiful trails and valleys like the Akamas Peninsula urmac and Gravel Mountain routes, Aphrodite's trails, Paphos’ forests and the Avakas George.

BikeTrek Cyprus
Address: 12 Andri Polidorou St, Arsos, 4770 Cyprus
Tel: +357 99 939 275
J&N Vacances A Chypre Ltd
Address: Akamas Gate shop n° 2, Vasileos Stasiikou Street, 8854 Prodromi/ Paphos
Tel: +357 26 322 487, +357 99 295 998
Fax: +357 26 322 487

For further information , Visit J&N Vacances A Chypre Ltd.

Wheelie Cyprus
Address: P.O. Box 66079 8830 Polis Chrysochous, Polis, Paphos
Tel: +357 99 350 898, +357 99 381 346

For further information , Visit Wheelie Cyprus.

Kayaking and Boat Safari

The calm waters around Paphos provide an excellent opportunity for you to explore the Sea caves, deserted coves, rock bridges and stacks in a safe situation. Kayak surfing is for the adventurous people who love to take a risk. Experience the thrill of gliding on the sea wave on a speedboat or a inflatable boat and visit places that are unusual yet exceptional.
You also have the somewhat safer choice of Boat Safaris include cruising along Paphos coast, Coral Bay, Akamas Bay, Lara Bay, Cape Arnaui, Kionos Island and finally Blue Lagoon.
Hire a yacht, snorkelling equipment, some snacks and then sail into the bay along with your group of friends.
Cyprus Adventure
Address: PO Box 40218, Larnaca, Cyprus
Tel: +357 24 665 408
Fax: +357 24 627 489

For further information , Visit Cyprus Adventure.

Parks

Paphos Bird Animal Park
Enjoy the magic of nature at the Paphos Bird Animal Park. Relax, and be as close as you can be with Mother Nature. Immerse yourself in the beauty of birds like Golden Eagle, Tucan, Doves, Macaws and animals like deers, giraffes, snakes and crocodiles. You can even organize you wedding at the Park itself to make it unique and special. Facilities like souvenir shop, restaurant, snack bar, handicrafts, amphitheatre are available.
Paphos Bird Park
Tel: +357 26 813 852
Fax: +357 26 622 228

For further information , Visit Paphos Bird Park.

Aphrodite Water Park
The Paphos Aphrodite Water Park is one of the major attractions in Cyprus as it has the biggest family-rafting ride in Europe and guaranteed sunshine throughout the year. Whether you are a grown up or a small child there is something for everyone. From the adventurous ‘Kamikazi’ for adults to the safe and fun water slides for the kids, Aphrodite Water Park is a place where you will want to return again & again.
Aphrodite Water Park
Tel: +357 26 813 852
Fax: +357 26 622 228

For further information , Visit Aphrodite Water Park.