At a glance
A short but dramatic walk into a narrow, river-carved gorge on the west coast of the Akamas, ending with wading along the stream bed. Visit Cyprus currently lists it as temporarily closed, so check before you go.
⚠ Status: Temporarily closed. Check the official page before you go.
- Region
- Paphos
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Time
- about 45 minutes
- Route type
- Linear
- Best season
- March to November
- Start point
- Toxeftra end of the gorge, 2.5 km along the road from Agios Georgios Pegeias
What you'll see
- Narrow limestone gorge
- Stream walking in the final section
- Natura 2000 site with endemic Akamas centaury
Before you go
- Carry at least 1.5 litres of water per person and a hat; there is little shade on many Cyprus trails from May to October.
- Start early in summer and avoid the hottest hours (12:00–16:00).
- Wear proper walking shoes: paths are often stony and steep in places.
- Routes can close after fires or storms. Check the official page for the latest status.
- In an emergency, call 112.
Map & official details on Visit Cyprus
Source: Deputy Ministry of Tourism (Visit Cyprus), checked October 2026. Description written by Expatify.
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