There are several waterfall hikes in Cyprus and our favourite is this one on the Caledonia trail.

The walk is relatively short, being only 3km from the start to the finish. But don't let the short distance fool you! Most people start the walk at Platres near the Psilo Dendro trout farm, situated on the main road from Limassol to Troodos.

At Psilo Dendro, take the concrete path to the left of the restaurant and walk 100m up to the start of the trail.

At the wooden marker board, continue up the forest track towards the famous waterfall. The track is straightforward to follow but do take care as the path crosses the Kryos Potamos river six or seven times before you hear the waterfall sound and you finally approach the waterfall itself.

Hiking boots are strongly recommended for crossing the river, especially in wet weather or after snowfall in Cyprus as the waterfall rock can be very slippery.

Once you reach the falls, take time to rest and get that camera out as you will want to take lots of pictures!

The track then continues alongside the left of the Caledonia falls (you can stop to look over the top of the waterfall) and then, after some rocks and undergrowth, you will pick up the first of the nature trail markers.

Follow the waterfall trail which goes STEEPLY upwards. There are lots of nature trail signs to help you on your way and this section is far less dangerous under foot as wooden bridges have been built to cross the river.

The trail finishes at the wooden hut, about 2km from Troodos square, but not before you have conquered the 150 man made steps en route - this part of the walk is very tiring so you need to be resaonably fit.

You can then either descend back down the same way, continue onwards to Troodos square or take an extention loop by turning right at the wooden hut and joining the Pouziaris trail (1629m S.Shoulder), marked on the map.

Forest track strewn with rocks and tree roots. Very slippery in wet conditions. Upper sections of the trail are part stone, part wooden bridges.

An easy to follow trail starting from the Psilo Dendro trout farm.

This walk can be enjoyed all year round even in the hot summer months as it is a well shaded forest waterfall walk. If you intend to do this walk in the winter months, however, check on the weather conditions in Troodos before you go as the walk may be too slippery after wet weather or snow.

The Get Fit Cyprus Aphrodite Trail is probably the most beautiful walk on the island and this walk will be a lasting reminder of your time in Cyprus. It is one of our favourite walks, due to it's stunning views.

Location: Akamas peninsula 

Distance: 8km

Walk Time: 3 hours

High Point: 370m - Moutti tis Sotiras

This waymarked route is one of 47 nature trails on the island. Starting from just above the Baths of Aphrodite, it follows the mythical route taken by Aphrodite and her lover Adonis. You will ascend the boulder strewn spine of the Akamas to Aphrodite's sanctuary at Pyrgos tis Regainas (which means Queen's castle), now dominated by a magnificent 860 year old oak tree.

You then climb higher still to the rocky table-top on the Akamas known as Moutti tis Sotiras. Your hard effort is rewarded with what is surely one of the most breathtaking views on the island, across the blue lagoons to Cape Arnaoutis at the end of the peninsula. Then, surefootedness is required for the steep, switchback descent down the north side of Moutti to the wild shrubland below.

Finally, you join the stony, vehicle width track at the bottom of the path to return to your start point at the Baths.

Terrain: A mixture of loose gravel and some larger rocks which require occasional scrambling.

Navigation Pointers: Take care at waypoint number 10 which requires a sharp right hand turn, uphillto find it. There is a more obvious path directly ahead but this is where many people (including us!) have gone wrong.Further on, at the top of the steep, rocky, initial ascent, you must bear LEFT and slightly downhill to reach the old oak tree.the remainder of the route finding is relatively easy.

Tips: If you are scared of heights, you may want to consider doing the walkin reverse as it is easier to ascend Moutti without really noticing the gradient - you will be too busy breathing hard to worry about how steep the drop is! Alternatively, if you really don't want to do either, then simply retrace your steps back to Pyrgos tis Regainasand follow the Adonis trail back to the Baths.

Where to Eat: The restaurant at Aphrodite's Baths is a little touristy but the food is good. Alternatively, head back to the fishing harbour of Latchi for a wide variety of mouthwatering fish delicacies. Better still, take a picnic to eat on the Aphrodite Trail at the top of Moutti tis Sotiras and admire the views. Kalo Peripato!