Donkeys and Traditions Safari and Cyprus Night

This is a truly unique experience featuring some of the highlights and traditions of Cyprus! Great fun for all the family, and a fantastic introduction to real Cypriot hospitality in a countryside location. Meet the animals, discover local food and traditional products, enjoy Cypriot dances while you eat dinner with free flowing wine!

Available on Wednesdays from end of May to October. Please book at least 2 days in advance.

Highlights:

• Donkey Farm - opportunity to ride donkeys
• Cypriot Traditional Dancing show
• Halloumi and Breadmaking demonstrations
• Olive, carob & Donkey Milk products
• Tasty Cypriot Dinner with wine

Available during the summer months from Ayia Napa, Protaras, Larnaca and Limassol. Available once a week. Please book at least 48 hours in advance.

This trip is an absolutely unforgettable journey into the culture of the island of Cyprus, including food, dancing, music and traditional home made products. Walk through the farm, meeting the donkeys (Kids can ride on donkeys if they wish for no extra charge. Adults can also take a short donkey ride for a small additional charge)

Traditional products made at the farm include the world famous halloumi cheese, village bread and many products made from olive oil and donkey milk which you can sample and learn more about. You will also have the opportunity to see a live demonstration of how halloumi cheese and traditional bread is made. You will be able to taste everything that is made and explore the many features of the farm including a small wax museum and traditional house.

As the evening draw in the fun really begins with a classic Cyprus night! Expect bouzouki music, traditional costumes and a fabulous show of Cypriot dances while you enjoy a tasty Cyprus dinner with wine. After, you can get up on the dancefloor and learn the "Sirtaki" and try some of the dances for yourself! It will be the most unforgettable evening spent on the sunny island of Cyprus.

Dinner includes - 3 salads, Olives, Tzatziki, Tahini, Pasta, Boulgour , Baked potatoes , Afelia (marinated pork), Chicken, Tavas (lamb with potatoes), Unlimited wine and water. (1 juice each for kids)

The Donkey farm is located in Skarinou village, halfway between Larnaca and Limassol. It is home to over 170 donkeys, each with it's own name! It preserves the heritage of Cyprus and these friendly and industrious animals This is the biggest donkey farm in Cyprus and probably, one of the biggest in Europe. Milking is done in a special designed space, in accordance with the requirements of the EU.

At the farm you will also find a lot of other interesting things such as a small wax museum, the traditional Cyprus house, an ancient olive press, a small botanical garden, an amphitheater, one of the oldest olive trees in Cyprus and the small church of Virgin Mary of Memila. The farm is tranquil, peaceful and surrounded by unspoilt countryside.

Tour Departure locations / Pick Up Points

Tour Schedule

Know Before You Go - Important Information

This activity is not wheelchair accessible.

The front seats of the bus may only be reserved for people with disabilities.
Children are welcome on this activity under their parents/guardians supervision.
Pick up times start at 14.50 in Ayia Napa and Protaras, 16.00 in Limassol and 16.30 in Larnaca area. Return times are around 22.30 to Ayia Napa and 23.00 to Protaras.
Itinerary of this excursion is subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions or reasons beyond our control.

All indicated times are approximate and subject to change.

Maximum weight allowed on donkeys is 100kgs. Children's donkeys rides are free of charge, adults can ride for a small charge.