Latsi

Latsi is a small village in Polis, on the far West side of the island. It is part of the Akamas Peninsula, and is a very beautiful, tranquil place, with enjoyable sand and pebble beaches. It is also spelled Latchi, Lachi, and Lakki.

Getting there

The easiest way to get to Latsi is to fly into Paphos airport, which is about 40 minutes’ drive away by taxi or hire car.

If Paphos is not an option, you can fly into Lacarnas and get a shuttle bus over. However, Latsi is 180km away, so this is a much longer journey.

Things to do in Latsi

Latsi is most well-known for its main tourist attraction, the baths of Aphrodite. This is a beautiful natural grotto at the end of a nature trail, surrounded by lush greenery and pleasant views. There is a bay here where you can go swimming, and snorkelers will enjoy seeing all kinds of fish.

Latsi has some delightful beaches where you can relax, swim, or do activities like water-skiing, parasailing or jet-skiing. You can also go sailing and try your hand at catching some local fish.

There is also a harbour and Marina in Latsi, which are great for an evening stroll, after which you can enjoy some fresh food and a glass of your favourite drink. Latsi is a fishing village, so it’s the perfect place to try out some delicious Cypriot seafood.

Being close to the Akamas Peninsula, you will easily be able to find nearby nature reserves, forests, cliffs, and the Fontana Amoroza (Love's Spring).