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4 Family Activities in Protaras

Protaras has long been a top tourist destination due to the ample things to do and visit. Besides the breathtaking bays and endless sunshine, Protaras is a haven for family holidays! Let’s take a look at a few must visit spots every family should visit when in Protaras.

WaterWorld Water Park has been a favourite family outing ever since it opened in 1996, offering both adults and children fun-packed summer days! The WaterWorld Water Park is themed on ancient Greek mythology and is home to more than 20 exciting water rides. In fact, it is one of Cyprus’ most fun and exciting attractions and the largest themed water park throughout Europe.

Don’t miss out on riding the River Odyssey, Poseidon Wave Pool as well as the Chariots Chase and Aeolos Whirlpool. The most daring lot shouldn’t miss the Kamikaze Slides, or the Fall of Icarus as well as the Drop to Atlantis! Besides the thrilling rides, the water park has specially designed rides for the younger children like the Trojan Adventure and Pegasus Children’s Pool.

So what are you waiting for? Ready, Set, Gooooooo!

The famous Water Dancing Show is an amazing show that appeals to both adults and children who enjoy a fun-packed night filled with lights, music and water! The show is held at the Magic Dancing Water Centre, over an area of 2000-sqaure metres, and offers a spectacular experience for a family!

All spectators love the fantasy-like night show with its dancing waters, lava, fire, smoke and laser features which unite together creating a fantastic performance and an impressive experience! Enjoy a unique show with waters dancing to the rhythm of the music while spinning up to 12 metres high!

Fig Tree Bay is Protaras jet set beach as it pulls in the crowds like magnets! The golden bay was named after the fig trees that covered the area before the famed tourist resort developed. Fig Tree Bay features golden-brown sands which lap perfectly with the shallow, crystalline blue waters of the sea. The bay’s shallow waters are suited for children while sport lovers can try their luck with water sports.  This is the perfect spot to enjoy a swim, work on your tan and make sandcastles this summer!

Cape Greko, has long been declared a National Forest Park thanks to its unspoilt natural landscapes and rare flora and fauna.  The 385 hectare natural park is a haven for both adults and children! First of all, hikers can set off on hikes through the pine-covered forest while having the blue sea as backdrop. The park has many benches where you can stop along the way and simply gaze at the breathtaking surrounding views.  Further, the park also has cycling paths where visitors can cycle while exploring the area. Thanks to all-year-round sunshine, both adults and children can set off on a cycling adventure all through the year. Others choose to rent a boat and sail along the shoreline of the cape exploring its natural caves. Cape Greko is also a popular diving site, attracting divers from all corners of the world, seeking to uncover the marvellous underwater world.

Protaras is a definite summer haven for families looking to chill and enjoy the beaches as well as do family activities together. Stay tuned for more on Protaras. For now, boom your summer holiday!