Cyprus - Facts
- Cyprus is divided into six administrative regions, each named for its administrative capital. The southern districts of Larnaca, Limassol and Paphos, the southern portion of Nicosia district, and a small part of Famagusta district are administered by the Republic of Cyprus. Since 1974, the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus has administered the Famagusta, Kyrenia and Nicosia districts (including a small portion of Larnaca district).
- Lacking natural harbours and anchorages, Cyprus has always been an island to visit for its ports, rather than to cruise around. This has been made even more necessary by the ongoing conflict between Cyprus and Turkey (following the latter’s occupation of the northern part of the island in 1974) which has reduced the few cruising attractions that the island had in the past. However, the reputation of Cyprus as an excellent base for repairs and reprovisioning has ensured its continuing popularity.
- Fortunately in recent years two new marinas have been developed, Karpaz Gate Marina in the North and Limassol Marina in the South, which means more berths are available. Prices however are higher here for berths than in neighbouring countries. A new marina is under construction in Paralimni in the Famagusta district on the SE coast, due to open for summer 2024.
- The Republic of Cyprus (the southern part of the island), and Larnaca in particular, is a useful stop for long-distance cruising yachts on their way to and from Greece and Turkey. The Republic of Cyprus is a member of the European Union, but is outside Schengen.
- The northern “Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus” has not been recognised by any other countries except Turkey. The Republic of Cyprus, which controls 60 per cent of the island, is internationally recognised as the government of Cyprus and would, therefore, be the “Cyprus” referred to by any embassy or consulate.
- NOTE: To be clear which area of the country referred to in this listing, the terms “Northern Cyprus” or “Southern Cyprus” will often be specified. Use of the term “Cypriot” for the demonym is used generically as “a person living in Cyprus” but, when in Cyprus, there may be a pseudo-ethnic variant depending on whether the Cypriot is of Greek or Turkish decent. Referring simply to “Cyprus” or “Cypriot” may be a generic term for the whole of the island, and Noonsite is making no political inferences or preferences in its usage.
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Noonsite lists Ayia Napa incorrectly as being located in Northern Cyprus. This is incorrect, Ayia Napa is in the Republic of Cyprus (Southern Cyprus). We are currently staying at Ayia Napa Marina.
Cyprus actually is a good cruising destination with many anchorages. Although none are all weather anchorages, most are good in the prevailing weather. Get a free cruising guide at: http://cruisingtips.net/pdf/Cyprus_Pilot.pdf (from our trip around southern Cyprus in the summer of 2015).
Rick
Ocean Dream
check out this site. Its very informative about moorings and anchorages in Cyprus. It also has informations about boat maintenance in the island. http://www.cyprusailing.com
This information picked up from a Cruisers’ Forum:
Not many sailors might know that Cyprus is another option to escape from Schengen, and for sure they wouldn’t know how accommodating the authorities are compared to other countries when wanting to stay longer than 90 days.
Likewise, there is a scheme in Cyprus whereby one can get VAT paid status for a non VAT paid boat at a much discounted rate. The greatest savings are for the multi-million euro yachts – rates vary from 3.9 to around 10 percent, and it requires some admin costs and gyrations. Malta has something similar, but rates are better here and apparently the process simpler. Once the process is completed the VAT paid certificate is accepted in all other EU countries, so I am told.
Zygi: fishing port located about halfway between Limassol and Larnaca at 34 43.6N / 33 20.5E
It is in a process of being transformed into a marina. There are new pontoons and new water & electricity pedestals that are inoperative as of 08.2015 and no entry authorities. When we have asked in Limassol about possible mooring in Zygi, we have got different answers from different officials.
Posted on Marmaris Bay Cruisers – Schengen Issues in the Med:
For those with Schengen issues looking for an alternative to Turkey, we just checked in to the Republic of Cyprus. Got a “Landing Permit” which allows us to stay as long as we are living on our boat, at no cost, and all in one office (in Latchi, CY). We plan to winter in Limassol.
Rick & Mary, Ocean Dream