Spend five hours aboard a sailing catamaran from Protaras, skimming past Fig Tree Bay, viewing Varosha, and stopping to swim in Derynia Bay and the Blue Lagoon. Enjoy a buffet lunch, open bar, and coastal scenery with experienced crew handling the details.
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You step aboard Mediterraneo III and the sea answers: a wide stripe of cobalt unfolding toward Cape Greco, spray and wind playing at the bows as the catamaran slips away from Protaras harbor. The boat hums, laughter mixes with gull calls, and a line of limestone headlands approaches—Varosha’s shoreline visible in the distance, silent and stark against the water.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic mobility for boarding and swimming from a ladder.
Wildlife
History
The cruise skirts Famagusta’s coastline; Varosha, visible from the water, is a modern-era abandoned district that reflects Cyprus’s recent political history.
Conservation
Avoid single-use plastics and use reef-safe sunscreen—the region’s Posidonia seagrass beds are sensitive and important to local marine life.
Reserve your spot on the Catamaran Crystal Sea Cruise from Protaras today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Sun protection
The boat offers limited shade—bring reef-safe sunscreen and a brimmed hat to avoid sunburn.
Bring swim gear & towel
Pack swimwear and a quick-dry towel; swim stops are shallow and ideal for snorkeling.
Seasickness prep
If you get seasick, take preventative medication at least 30–60 minutes before departure.
Earliest pickup for best seats
Arrive at your pickup point early or board first to secure a forward or shaded seat for photos and comfort.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and marine habitats while you'll be exposed to strong sunlight.
summer
Swimwear & quick-dry towel
Needed for multiple swim stops and comfortable deck use.
summer
Light wind jacket
Blocks cool sea breeze, especially in morning and late-season departures.
spring
Motion-sickness tablets
Useful if you are prone to nausea on open-water cruises.