Getting Around in Troodos mountains

The fastest way to get around Troodos Mountains is to try the Safari jeeps which are the best Troodos Mountains Transportation option. Troodos Mountains is the biggest mountain range in Cyprus and its highest peak is the Mount Olympus which rises at 1,952 meters above sea level. The Troodos Mountains offers great view of the majestic wonders of nature. The mountain features petrified pillow lava along its entire length. Now, walking along the trails in Troodos Mountains can be cumbersome, so if you want to get around the mountain, you can rely on the safari jeeps that travel the trails of the mountains.

Safari Jeep

Safari jeeps are modified all-terrain vehicles (ATV) which can travel along the rough dirt roads of the hiking trail in Troodos Mountains. Local hotels and travel agencies in Cyprus offer Safari jeeps for free as long as you book with them. However, if you have booked a hotel that do not offer Safari jeep guided tours on Troodos Mountains, you can avail of your own jeep and driver from the many local travel agencies that dot Cyprus. Safari jeeps can give you a tour of the allowed hiking trails in Troodos Mountains for only $30 to $50.

Safety of Safari Jeeps

You are not allowed to drive the Safari jeep on your own for safety purposes. The Safari jeeps are driven by experienced drivers but since the jeep will be traversing rough dirt roads, expect a bumpy ride. However, you will be provided with safety belts, making your road trip along the mountain trail relatively safe.