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Golden Sands and Crystal Clear waters... The beaches of Ayia Napa are among the best in the Med!

Ayia Napa Boasts 14 Blue Flag beaches which from East to West are Konnos Bay, Kermia, Ammos tou Kambouri, Glyki Nero, Pantachou, Loukkos tou Manti, Katsarka, Pernera, Vathia Gonia (Sandy Bay), Nissi beach, Nissi Bay, Landa, Macronissos and ​Agia Thekla.

Most of the beaches in this area have lifeguards available during daylight hours from April until October. All have noticeboards at the beach advising of availability of lifeguards, warning flag systems and locations of other facilities such as toilets and showers. They also have snack bars or beach bars and many have watersports. 

Below you will find more information on the main beaches, from West to East. 

Agia Thekla Beach

Agia Thekla Beach is the most westerly of Ayia Napa's Beaches and has a lovely stretch of sandy beach with calm waters. This is one of the quieter beaches and usually less busy that it's neighbours. This beach is closest to the new Ayia Napa marina. 

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Makronissos Beach

Makronissos beach is actually made up of 3 small bays of gorgeous golden sands. There are watersports available and also a small peninsular where you will find the ancient Hellenic tombs of Makronissos. This area is fairly peaceful apart from at peak season when all the beaches are busy. 

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Landa Beach

Landa Beach is a fantastic beach for families with a short stretch of soft sand and few rocks around the shore. It is bordered on both sides by undeveloped land with the coastal path offering some lovely nature walks in this area. There is also a picnic site adjacent to the beach. 

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Nissi Beach

Nissi is Ayia Napa's most famous beach and it is the busiest. At one end you will find the buzzing beach parties and DJ's and at the other you will find sophisticated beach cafe's and cabanas. Nissi Beach has something for everyone with it's iconic island accessible on foot at low tide. 

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Sandy Bay (Vathia Gonia)

Sandy Bay is a picturesque horseshoe shaped beach with rock pools and fine soft sand.  It's great underwater visibility makes it a great spot for diving and exploring the shore and sealife. This beach is relaxed and family friendly and it is a busy beach for most of the summer season. 

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Pernera and Katsarka Beach

Pernera and Katsarka are small beaches found along the coastal pathway in between the harbour and Nissi Beach. These smaller beaches are quieter, great for chilling out with a book and great for exploring the rocky shoreline. There are watersports available at Pernera Beach and you will also find many secluded patches of sand for peaceful sunbathing. 

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Pantachou and Glyki Nero

Pantahchu, Glki Nero and Loukkas Tou Mandi are the 3 beaches that make up the main beach closest to the town. Stretching from the harbour eastwards in a long stretch of golden sands, these beaches are busy all year round and popular with all ages. There are numerous beach cafes and watersports available here. 

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Ammos Tou Kambouri

This hidden gem is a real off the beaten track treat. Not so easy to find and a good walk outside of town makes this a peaceful set of small sandy inlets with cabanas and luxury loungers. Ideal for getting away from it all and exploring the rocky coastline. 

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Kermia Beach

Kermia Beach is a small sandy bay with fantastic views of Cape Greco. It is located a couple of miles out of town so it is quieter than the main beaches and mostly used by the adjacent hotel. 

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Konnos Bay

Konnos Bay is one of the most picture perfect beaches you will find with pine fringed hills and the most azure blue seas. Nestled out of sight midway between Ayia napa and Protaras, this beach is popular with locals and watersports enthusiasts as well as numerous yacht owners. 

Konnos Bay

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