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15 Best Paphos Turtle Watching

The in-water trips off Paphos: turtle-watching swims by sea scooter, sunset cruises with the greens surfacing alongside and beginner scuba in protected coves. The turtles nest on these beaches; the boats keep respectful distance and good cameras.

1.Half-Day Scuba Diving Tour – Discover Scuba Diving!

Experience beginner-friendly scuba diving at the Roman Wall in Paphos, Cyprus, with expert instructors. Great value, stunning underwater sights, no prior experience needed.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“What a fantastic experience. The instructors were amazing and took their time with everyone making you feel very confident. My son (11) enjoyed it so much he wants to continue diving back in the UK”

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2.Paphos: Turtle-Watching Snorkeling Sea Scooter Trip

Experience Paphos’s underwater world with a guided turtle-watching snorkeling trip using sea scooters, perfect for beginners and nature lovers alike.

★ 4.8

“It was amazing — the team is great, the spot is incredible! Even though we’re starting to get into the off-season, we still saw turtles. Patrick is awesome, I totally recommend it!”

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4.Paphos: Swim Cruise with Turtle Watching, Drinks & Aperol

Experience Paphos’ stunning marine life on a 2-hour swim cruise with turtle watching, shipwreck views, unlimited drinks, and snorkeling at Atlantis Beach.

★ 4.7

“Absolutely magical experience! We swam in crystal-clear waters near Atlantis Beach and even spotted a sea turtle swimming right beside us. The crew was friendly, helpful, and made everyone feel at home. Unlimited Aperol Spritz and beers were a great touch. Relaxing vibes, stunning views,…”

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5.Paphos: Glass Bottom Boat Trip with Swimming or Snorkeling

Experience the stunning underwater sights of Cyprus on a glass-bottom boat trip from Paphos, with options for swimming, snorkeling, and family fun—all at great value.

★ 4.3

“Awesome trip on boat with only short half an hour trip to swimming spot. Snorkerling is limited as swim spot is sandy bottom. Swimming was fantastic jumping off the boat and the slide.”

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6.Paphos: Avakas Gorge & Turtle Bay Jeep Tour with Donkey Farm

Discover Cyprus’ stunning landscapes on this 7-hour Jeep tour from Paphos, featuring Avakas Gorge, Turtle Bay, donkey farm, and Baths of Aphrodite.

★ 4.5

“Dimitris is hilarious, I really appreciate the effort it takes to be THAT upbeat everyday with his tours. You don't spend too much time at each location, but at the end of the day, they are sights and once you've seen them, you've seen them.…”

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7.Paphos: Half-Day BBQ Cruise with Open Bar and Snorkeling

Enjoy a half-day boat cruise from Paphos, featuring a delicious BBQ, snorkeling, open bar, live music, and stunning coastal views—ideal for relaxing explorers.

★ 4.8

“Compared to other dayboat cruises we’ve been on, this is one was superb with clearly a lot of thought going into the customer experience. To start all the sun beds had comfy padding on with each bed having a drink rest next to it plus…”

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8.snorkeling ,Turtle Watching in Cyprus

Experience snorkeling and turtle watching in Cyprus with expert guides, shared scooters, and vibrant marine life — perfect for adventure seekers.

★ 5.0

“Amazing! Very helpful guides with lots of respect for the sea and turtles. Great for all levels & lots of patience with weaker swimmers. Highly recommend :)”

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10.Paphos: Sea Turtle Snorkeling Tour with Guide

Swim with sea turtles in Paphos on a guided snorkeling tour. Discover marine life, explore sea caves and shipwrecks, and learn about conservation efforts for $63.

“If you only go on one trip in Cyprus, make it this one. It was the most amazing experience swimming with the turtles in clear blue waters. First we swam with a large female turtle and then two smaller turtles- male and female. You also…”

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11.2.5 hour Glass Bottom Boat Trip, Snorkeling, Sliding and Fun

Discover Paphos' coastline on this 2.5-hour glass-bottom boat trip with snorkeling, sliding, and storytelling. Perfect for families and sea lovers.

★ 4.5

“We had a really good time, we saw turtles and dolphins- which was amazing 🤩 very reasonably priced and we even got food. The captain was very knowledgeable and all the staff was kind and helpful! We would recommend 💯”

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12.Paphos: Akamas Gorge & Turtle Bay & Donkey Farm Jeep Safari Tour

Explore Cyprus’s stunning landscapes on this 7-8 hour Jeep safari through Akamas National Park, Turtle Bay, and more, with knowledgeable guides and authentic experiences.

★ 4.5

“When a man (a breeder?) Took out the baby turtles just born from the sand of the beach to free them, then into the sea.”

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13.Beginners Discover Scuba Diving By Boat, Best Spot In Cyprus

Experience beginner-friendly scuba diving in Cyprus’s Blue Lagoon with expert guidance, all equipment provided, and a chance to see stunning marine life.

★ 5.0

“This scuba dive is amazing and it was one of our Cyprus highlights! After a warm welcome we watched a 20 min Video at the dive center in order to be prepared for the theoretical questions. Joe talked us through the important information and after…”

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15.Scuba Diver Course

Discover the PADI Scuba Diver Course in Paphos, Cyprus. In 2 days, learn fundamental skills and explore stunning waters with expert guidance, all certified by PADI.

★ 5.0

“All the staff were super friendly, professional and made me feel welcome! I completed my open water and advanced scuba dives here. The instructors were knowledgeable and thorough, helping me feel confident in my diving skills! I would highly recommend this dive school. Thank you!!”

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