Cyprus

Caretta Beach

Caretta Beach is a picturesque beach located in Northern Cyprus. It is known for its remote location and relatively large waves, making it a unique destination for beach-goers. The beach is home to a variety of endemic plants, adding to its natural beauty. Despite its charm, visitors have noted a significant amount of litter on the beach and in the sea, which has impacted the overall experience.

The beach is accessible by 4x4 vehicles, adding an element of adventure to the journey. Once there, visitors will find a well-maintained beach that is suitable for children, with a playground on the sand. However, it's worth noting that items for purchase at the beach can be quite expensive.

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Caretta Beach is not typically crowded, offering a more secluded beach experience. There is at least one restaurant nearby for visitors to enjoy. As it remains relatively undiscovered, it retains much of its original charm and tranquility.

What to do at Caretta Beach?

Restaurants

You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and tranquility of this Northern Cyprus beach, with its remote location, large waves, and endemic plants being particularly appreciated. The beach is also noted for being well-maintained and child-friendly. However, visitors express concern about the significant amount of litter present, which detracts from the overall experience.

Where to Stay near Caretta Beach?

Visitors to Caretta Beach often stay in the nearby town of Kyrenia, which offers a range of accommodations to suit different preferences and budgets. The beach is a bit isolated, so most visitors prefer to stay in Kyrenia and take a day trip to enjoy the unique and remote beach experience.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

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Where is Caretta Beach?

Latitude: 35.2880506 / Longitude: 32.9391886

Caretta Beach is located in Cyprus. The following map of Caretta Beach shows the exact location.

Caretta Beach: Weather Today

📅 Tuesday, September 16, 2025
Today looks like a pleasant day to visit Caretta Beach! The sun will be shining with only a few clouds. The air temperature will reach a high of 29.5 °C, perfect for enjoying the beach. The sea is inviting at 28.6 °C, with gentle waves. The wind might pick up a little at times. The UV index will reach 6.8, so make sure to apply sunscreen.
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Air

Low / High24.9°C/29.5°C
Feels Like (High)33.2°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature28.6 °C
Wave Height0.4 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:31/18:54
Sunshine Hours11.1 hrs
UV Index6.8
Cloud Cover26%
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Wind

Speed20.6 km/h
Gusts34.2 km/h
DirectionW

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