The 13 Lunch Experiences in Cyprus That Earn Their Price

1.Cpt Marko – Blue Lagoon & Turtle Cruise with Optional Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,955 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $42Our pick

Join Captain Marko Cruises in Ayia Napa for a roughly 4.5-hour coastal boat trip to the Blue Lagoon and Konnos Bay. You get two one-hour swimming stops, borrowed snorkeling gear, sun mattresses, cliff and cave views, and a chance to spot turtles. Lunch is optional and costs extra.

“TOUR WAS AT 10 AND THEY LEFT AT 955 AM. I Definitely wasted money on these scammers, I ended up paying double, and everyone told me he was wrong for leaving early.”

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2.APHRODITE II -LAZY DAY CRUISE-BLUE LAGOON,TURTLE COVE, with LUNCH

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,395 reviews · 4 hours 45 minutes (approx.) · from $54

Spend nearly five hours aboard the triple-decker Aphrodite II, cruising from Ayia Napa to Cape Greco, Blue Lagoon, Protaras, and Konnos Bay. You get two long swim stops, loaner snorkel gear, lunch, onboard commentary, WiFi, and views of sea caves, Lover’s Bridge, and Famagusta’s abandoned city.

“Super fun boat trip. The crew is really nice and friendly. Delicious lunch too. On the way back we sailed through high waves, was really fun! Highly recommend!”

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3.Cruise with lunch & Swimming Stops on Ayia Napa’s biggest boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 194 reviews · from $58

Spend about four hours aboard Ayia Napa’s Ocean Queen, the harbor’s largest boat, passing sea caves, Cape Greco, Crow’s Arch, and coastal chapels. Swim for 30 minutes at the Blue Lagoon and stop at Konnos Bay. Lunch, WiFi, a restroom, and snorkeling gear with a refundable €10 deposit are included. Drinks and VIP deck access cost extra.

“Lovely trip around the eastern end of the Island with stops in Blue Lagoon for a swim with the family...brought back memories of time in Cyprus in the 80s around Cape Greco, Protaras and Ayia Napa. Good food, company and very friendly staff.”

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4.Medusa Cruises: 4-Hour Turtle Chill-Out Cruise / Lunch – Protaras

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · from $29Best value

Set out from Protaras at 10:15 am for a relaxed four-hour cruise past Fig Tree Bay, Cape Greco, Konnos Bay, and Ayia Napa. You get two swim stops, including Green Bay, where turtles may appear, plus snorkeling gear, onboard WiFi, a restroom, music, and an English-speaking crew. Captain Jack is part of the friendly crew team.

“The whole trip from start to finish was amazing. The boat was not crowded so you could freely move around without disturbing others. The places we visited were beautiful and with the information the crew gave us, it informed us of the history. The food was lovely and plentiful. Would highly recommend this trip”

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5.Troodos Mountains 4×4 Tour with Meze Lunch from Protaras

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $110

Spend about 11 hours crossing Cyprus from Protaras into the Troodos Mountains by 4WD. Visit lace-making Lefkara, walk to Mesa Potamos Waterfall, eat a generous meze lunch, and taste local wines in Kato Platres. Guides may include George Michael, Louis, Tasos, or Vernon.

“An exceptional experience!! George Michael and Vernon the jeep tour guides are super friendly and so accommodating to all! Whilst we all were from different countries George kept us laughing, encouraged good conversation between us and even got us to sing together!! It was fab! The tour stops are well worth it, every scenery viewed such as the mountains, waterfall was phenomenal, and whilst some of the journey is off road, George ensured all were safe and okay. The lunch and limitless wine was brilliant! And the winery was a beautiful experience!! George was very informative and helped us to understand the history of cyprus. Myself and my partner had…”

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6.Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise with Fishing and BBQ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 27 reviews · from $63

Set out from Larnaca Marina aboard the Doremi for a relaxed four-hour cruise with fishing, swimming, snorkelling, and views of the Zenobia wreck. Your English-speaking crew provides equipment, a Cypriot BBQ buffet, an open bar, and a chance to cook any fish you catch. Eleni may be your guide.

“Going out to sea is like escaping into a world without limits, where only the sky and the sea seem to meet. Every wave carries a story, and the wind brings with it a deep stillness that envelopes you and gives you a feeling of absolute freedom. Far from the noise of the shore, in the middle of the blue immensity, you feel how time stops, and your soul is filled with peace and wonder. It's a place where the beauty of nature takes your breath away and reminds you how simple and pure happiness can be.In a word, nothing is missing, everything is perfectRead more”

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7.Half-Day Buggy Safari to Akamas Peninsula with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

You’ll follow Costas and his small team from Paphos through Coral Bay and the sea caves to Akamas National Forest Park. Drive a buggy or quad, stop at the Edro III shipwreck, relax at Lara Bay, and finish with a meat or vegetarian lunch. Bring closed-toe shoes, sunglasses, and clothes that can handle dust.

“Costas is THE boss! Fantastic experience, super recommended! Great fun and spectacular views. A must-do!”

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8.Full-Day Family Catamaran Cruise from Limassol with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 22 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $70

Spend about seven hours on a family catamaran from Limassol Old Port, with hotel pickup from selected hotels, swimming and snorkeling at Cape Gata, canoeing at Ladies Mile Beach, a buffet lunch, fresh fruit, and local drinks. The crew gives basic activity instructions, and the boat has toilets and Wi-Fi.

“This was an enjoyable trip boat was immaculate and the best food lve had on a boat. The staff were amazing. Well worth a trip”

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9.Troodos Mountains 4×4 Tour with Meze Lunch from Limassol

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 21 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $110

Spend about 11 hours exploring the Troodos Mountains by 4x4 from Limassol. Visit lace-making Lefkara, walk through Mesa Potamos Forest, stop at a waterfall, eat a full Cypriot meze lunch, and taste local wine in Kato Platres. Guides such as Zeus and George Michael add history and humor to the drive.

“Zeus our guide was excellent, very informative and shared a lot of historical facts about the place. He is courteous and professional and tour was conducted very professionally. The tour overall covers a lot of interesting spots in and around Troodos mountains, overall a greatly planned and well executed tour.”

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10.Half Day BBQ Lunch Cruise from Paphos

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 19 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $80

Sail from Paphos Harbour for a Greek BBQ cooked on deck, open local drinks, music, and a swim stop near Coral Bay. You can borrow masks and kayaks, then return to the harbour. Hotel pickup is available at selected properties. Bring swimwear, a towel, beach footwear, and sun cream.

“Very disappointed that I could have bought this much cheaper at the harbour Listed as longer, was only 11-3”

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11.Troodos Mountains 4×4 Tour with Meze Lunch from Larnaca

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $110

Spend about 11 hours exploring Cyprus beyond the coast in a 4x4. Visit lace-making Pano Lefkara, walk through Mesa Potamos Forest to a waterfall, enjoy a local meze lunch, and taste regional wine in Kato Platres. Guides such as Andy and George Michael are praised for safe driving and lively local insight.

“We had an amazing time at this tour, they take you to a lot of places in the troodos mountains in larnaca! It was a long and fun day, and our 4X4 driver, Andy, was so cool and fun.. we really had a blast! Worth the money you pay:)”

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12.Half-Day Odyssey Guided Boat Safari with Lunch in Cyprus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 8 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend about five hours cruising from Larnaca to Protaras, with swim stops at the Zenobia wreck site, Cape Pyla, and Blue Lagoon. Captain Andreas and crew members Olga and Mattis lead a lively boat day with Cypriot BBQ lunch, wine, zivania, music, and views of Cape Greco and Famagusta.

“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.”

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13.Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Lunch & Open Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $171

Start at Ayia Napa Marina at 3:30 pm for a five-and-a-half-hour catamaran cruise with coffee, pastries, swimming stops, SUPs, snorkeling gear, fishing, a chef-prepared Mediterranean lunch, open bar, and sunset views. The English-speaking crew serves a semi-private group of no more than 20 people.

“Great afternoon and evening out on this beautiful catamaran! The crew were amazing and helped with everything we needed.”

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