Lara Bay Turtle Conservation Station
Lara Bay Turtle Conservation Station
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The Lara Bay Turtle Conservation Station is located on a secluded beach in Paphos, helmed by a dedicated conservation team whose mission is to help baby turtles hatch and make it to sea. The best time to visit is in August when the eggs start to hatch.
Keep a lookout for signs along the beach, which mark where the turtle nests are buried in the sand—see if you can spot the baby turtles emerging. Make a day out of your visit with a quad or buggy tour from Coral Bay, which stops at the conservation station before Adonis Baths. – Tripadvisor
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London, UK14 contributions
Apr 2022
Definitely worth a visit!
We visited in April no turtles etc (Best go end of May if you want to see any)
The beach was nice and is a very small family run cafe, would not eat there but the drinks were reasonable priced.
The road to get there is very very long unmade road with lots of potholes, rocks etc however we had a hire car (Ford Fiesta) and took it slow and no damage etc.
Bare in mind it takes a while to get there on the unmade road but when you eventually see a worn out sign go past it an take the next left.
100% worth it a brave the road :)
We visited in April no turtles etc (Best go end of May if you want to see any)
The beach was nice and is a very small family run cafe, would not eat there but the drinks were reasonable priced.
The road to get there is very very long unmade road with lots of potholes, rocks etc however we had a hire car (Ford Fiesta) and took it slow and no damage etc.
Bare in mind it takes a while to get there on the unmade road but when you eventually see a worn out sign go past it an take the next left.
100% worth it a brave the road :)
Written April 22, 2022
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Angela K
Nicosia, Cyprus22 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
The ride to get there might be difficult, but it' s worth it. Clean water, sund and waves. No umbrella s and sunbeds are allowed from may to end of October since it's the season that turtles lay eggs. Nothing there as well so you have to bring drinks and anything you need from beforehand.
Written August 11, 2022
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Gareth
14 contributions
May 2021
Hire a buggy and come here. It's so beautiful, secluded and clean. Chance to see turtles as well. Our buggy guide mentioned the water is usually a bit warmer here as well, than at Pathos.
Written May 24, 2021
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tuna
Zagreb, Croatia14 contributions
May 2022 • Family
As you all probably know access is heavy, but that is ok to distract invazion of tourists I guess. Beach is nice, unfortunatelly we did not see turtles, but honestly content is missing, litterally there is nothing to do. I do understand that beach needs to be protected but I do not remember that I saw 1 restaurant open…
Written May 30, 2022
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Georges V
11 contributions
Oct 2021
When I visited the beaches, the turtles already hatched.
In the right time of the year, when the turtles invade the beaches here, this must be an incredible view from up the cliffs.
Although there were no turtles, it is still interesting to visit and read all the panels about how this conservation project succesfully succeded in raisin the numbers of these endangered species.
On top of the cliffs and on the descend, the views are just breathtaking.
In the right time of the year, when the turtles invade the beaches here, this must be an incredible view from up the cliffs.
Although there were no turtles, it is still interesting to visit and read all the panels about how this conservation project succesfully succeded in raisin the numbers of these endangered species.
On top of the cliffs and on the descend, the views are just breathtaking.
Written November 4, 2021
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harshaldudhia
Greater London, UK104 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
We went to see turtle but local ppl said turtle come out August to Oct only . 5 km gravel road I hate local authorities that not make any road . But 100% lovely trip from coral beach to Lara beach drive between small river along side the beach 35 min drive from coral beach . I seen very clean and sandy beach . No push chair please .
Written February 17, 2020
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Norman3721
Dover, UK33 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
This was part of a jeep safari trip we had booked prior to our trip to Cyprus.
We were taken to Lara Bay and headed down to the beach.
Crystal clear waters and a stunning view greeted us.
We ventured along and had the privilege of watching the team open up some turtle nests.
They hatch in August and venture to the sea at night.
We were lucky enough to see some straglers left behind and taken to the sea.
Just ab amazing experience to see new life head out on its journey into the world
Perfect timing and an experience I will never forget.
The sand was warm and golden between your toes and such a well preserved beach.
Very hot in August and little shade.
The walk down was beautiful,the steps up are steep but it's worth it especially to see how looked after the turtles are and all the hard work and effort the conservation team put in.
The gentleman we spoke to said he's been doing the job as a volunteer for 40 years
Just wonderful
Well done all and Thank-you
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We were taken to Lara Bay and headed down to the beach.
Crystal clear waters and a stunning view greeted us.
We ventured along and had the privilege of watching the team open up some turtle nests.
They hatch in August and venture to the sea at night.
We were lucky enough to see some straglers left behind and taken to the sea.
Just ab amazing experience to see new life head out on its journey into the world
Perfect timing and an experience I will never forget.
The sand was warm and golden between your toes and such a well preserved beach.
Very hot in August and little shade.
The walk down was beautiful,the steps up are steep but it's worth it especially to see how looked after the turtles are and all the hard work and effort the conservation team put in.
The gentleman we spoke to said he's been doing the job as a volunteer for 40 years
Just wonderful
Well done all and Thank-you
🐢
Written August 12, 2022
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Christina F
Athens, Greece80 contributions
Aug 2018 • Couples
We went to the beach today and although I wanted to see how the people protect the turtles here I still can't believe what I saw. They had baby sea turtle in a tank. In a tiny tank...... No one was there to supervise them and the kids could just tap on the glass all the time. What is wrong with them? They should protect them and not enslave them. This is not the right way. I will never go back there.
Written August 14, 2018
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justbenwithaone
Liverpool, UK46 contributions
Aug 2018 • Family
We stopped by Lara bay as part of a quad/buggy tour. And we where lucky enough to witness a green turtle nest hatching! A beautiful scene! The beach itself is lovely and quiet. If you where planning on spending the day you would need to go prepared. There are no sun beds or parasols to rent, and there isn’t any amenities particularly close. But definitely worth a visit to learn about the types of turtles who nest here and what they are doing to try and help them.
Written August 10, 2018
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Chris P
Royal Tunbridge Wells, UK5 contributions
Jul 2018 • Family
Some reviewers have said how difficult the last road is to drive and that a 4x4 is needed. I would only assume that they have not had to navigate the potholed roads of Kent. Taken steadily we easily drove the road in an 8 seater minibus. The drive was worth the lovely view and great beach.
Written July 28, 2018
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Ffion C
Ebbw Vale, UK49 contributions
Best time of day to visit? Do they post anywhere when there is an excavation?
Ffion C
Ebbw Vale, UK49 contributions
Hi all, looking at visiting Lara bay conservation station. Has anyone used the public 616 bus from coral bay? How long does it take to walk from the drop off to the actual station? Thanks!
Gymnastmandy
6 contributions
Hi :-) is their a postcode or address for this place so I can put it in my Waze ? Looks amazing Many thanks
Dzintra K
15 contributions
It's in Nature reserve. The only way you can locate it on map is to try Lara Bay. Postcode... Lol... No postman goes there ;)
Sarah1895
2 contributions
Hi
We want to visit Lara Bay Turtle Conservation but we don't really want to do a whole day of touring... Can we get a taxi to visit Lara Bay and if yes how much is it to go onto the beach/centre?
Thanks
Happychap103
Royal Wootton Bassett, UK313 contributions
sorry cant help , we went as part of a jeep safari
Elaine
1 contribution
Just on corallia beach and found a turtles best, all hatched but one straggler left behind so helped him to the sea.
Michael S
Farum, Denmark
Is there any chance to see the turtles in mid-October?
Brianngog
Cyprus7,167 contributions
Hi there - Turtles arrive to kayvthe eggs generally between May to August and the incubation period is around 45-70 Days I believe. So you may be lucky to see the last ones hatch, but if not when we were there in July it was a beautiful peaceful area without the usual Tourist Sunbeds and People Sunbathing or swimming.
Enjoy your time.
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- According to Tripadvisor travelers, these are the best ways to experience Lara Bay Turtle Conservation Station:
- Half day Safari Tour to Akamas Peninsula from Paphos (From $60.71)
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- Akamas 4x4 Adventure & Blue Lagoon boat trip from Limassol (From $104.87)
- 6 hour Quad/Buggy Tour incl lunch and entrance to Adonis Falls (From $99.35)
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- Restaurants near Lara Bay Turtle Conservation Station:
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