Beaches are a principal attraction in North Cyprus , and vary widely in character from the busy hotel beaches, which offer many facilities, to the secluded stretches of sand in the Karpas , where the visitor may have an entire beach to himself. Take a  small bottle with you to the beach. Do not forget to use sun-screen lotion after 20 minutes under the summer sun, you will begin to burn.
Water sports are available on some beaches, in particular at Deniz Kizi, some 5 miles west of Kyrenia, where Dolphin Sailing, which is recognized by the Royal Yacht Club, offers a wide range of water sports with professional tuition and supervision. In general, the beaches associated with hotels are providing facilities such as toilets, deck chairs, parasols, bars and restaurants. Entrance fees vary. The visitor is encouraged to explore for himself, but as a guide, a few beaches are listed below.
Acapulco Beach lies about 6 miles to the east of Kyrenia. At the point where the coast road to the east sweeps up towards the mountains, a large sign advertising this beach will be seen. Here the road branches off to the left, before leading to the entrance of this holiday complex. This is a popular tourist beach, offering most facilities. Windsurfing is available.
Lara Beach may be found a couple of miles further on - a sign indicates where to turn off from the new by-pass road. Toi lets, showers, and beach chairs are available, and there is also a reasonable open air restaurant.
 Alakadi Beach is still further east, about 10 miles from Kyrenia. A hundred yards or so past St. Kathleen's restaurant is a small bridge. Immediately after the bridge, a rough track bears left, leading past a farm and through the dunes to a large, sweeping double bay. Please avoid leaving litter.
Sunset Beach now called Escape Beach is located about 5 miles to the west of Kyrenia, past the sloping concrete monument beyond Karaoglanoglu. It is adjacent to the Altinkaya fish restaurant. The sandy beach is well protected and ideal for tiny tots. Toilets and showers are available, and there is a bar and restaurant.
Deniz Kizi is situated about seven miles west of Kyrenia. This sheltered bay is kept clean, and offers a variety of water sports (see Dolphin Sailing above) including windsurfing, parascending, water skiing, and inflatable fun rafts for smaller children. Deck chairs are available for hire, and there are also toilet and shower facilities. |
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