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Leaving your hotel in Paphos at 8 o'clock we take a winding, scenic drive up to the heights of the Troodos National Park. Our first stop is the Troodos Visitor Centre where we show you a short film explaining the geological origins of Cyprus, detailing many of the plants and animals we are likely to see during our day in the park. We then drive on to the summit of Mt. Olympus, the highest part of Cyprus.
The first of the day's two routes starts here on Olympus, a 7-kilometer circular trek around the summit, following the 1800-meter contour. Black and Brutia Pine, rare herbs, ancient Venetian walls, globally important geology and soaring birds of prey are all to be experienced on this trail. Not to mention a constant, stunning view from almost two kilometers above sea level.
The trek finishes at the ski club shelter were we have lunch. The afternoon finds us on the trail to the Caledonia Falls. A 5-kilometer linear route winding along a streambed up to the impressive falls. Take a shower under the falls to freshen up or photograph the rare mountain plants that grow nearby!
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