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Carved by the sea
Near Coral Bay, about 15km northwest of Paphos close to Peyia, centuries of waves have carved the limestone coastline into arches, tunnels and hidden caverns, the "sea caves" that give the spot its name.
A favourite photo stop
The turquoise water and dramatic rock formations make it one of the most photographed stops on both our safari routes, especially around sunrise and sunset, and a popular spot for boat tours run by other local operators. There are a few viewpoints right along the coast road where we'll stop for photos before continuing.
Local legend
Like several spots along this coast, the sea caves come with their own folklore: locals tell of pirates once using the caverns to hide their loot, and older stories describe mythical sea creatures said to live in the deeper chambers.
What to do when you get there
If you want to spend more time here outside of the safari, it's also a well-known spot for snorkeling and diving, the clear water below the cliffs is home to a good variety of fish and coral, and there are hiking trails along the surrounding cliffs for wider views of the coastline.
Why we stop here
We pass right by on both Excursion A and Excursion B, with time to stop and take it in.