Chamada Poker at the Prestige Hotel in North Cyprus is hosting a $2.5 Million GTD tournament festival from February 25th to March 9th, headlined by the WPT Prime $1,000,000 GTD Main Event. The Chamada Poker room seats 46+ tables and draws one of the softest international tournament fields in the Mediterranean.
Book through VIP Grinders and you get extras that aren’t available anywhere else: free transfers, discounted or complimentary rooms, and direct personal support from our team. We’ve been connecting players with exclusive live poker deals since 2013.
VIP Grinders Perks for the Chamada Poker Festival
When you book your Chamada Poker trip through VIP Grinders, you unlock benefits that aren’t available through the venue directly or any other channel. We’ve partnered with the Chamada team to offer our players genuine value on top of what is already a strong tournament destination.
- Free Transfers: Complimentary shuttle from Larnaca, Paphos or Ercan directly to the venue.
- Discounted or Free Rooms: Depending on availability and the tournament schedule, we can negotiate reduced or complimentary stays.
- Personal Support: Our team handles your booking details, travel documents check, and any issues before or during your trip.
To lock in your perks, get in touch with us through any of the channels below. The earlier you book, the better the room availability.
| Contact Method | Link |
|---|---|
| Message us on WhatsApp | |
| Telegram | Message us on Telegram |
| Discord | Message us on Discord |
| support@vip-grinders.com |
Don’t Leave Money on the Table: Players who book directly pay full room rates and arrange their own transport. Through VIP Grinders, both can be free.
Chamada Poker Tournament Schedule: $2.5M GTD (Feb 25 to March 9)
The headline event of the Chamada Poker festival is the WPT Prime $1,000,000 GTD Main Event ($1,000 buy in), with Day 1A kicking off on March 5th. This is one of the top live poker events in early 2026.
Across the two week tournament schedule, buy ins range from $750 to $3,500, making the series accessible for mid stakes grinders while still offering high roller action at the top end.
| Tournament | Date | Buy in | GTD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Take Off Day 1A (NLH) | February 26th | $750 | $150,000 |
| Mystery Bounty Day 1A | March 2nd | $750 | $200,000 |
| Chamada Super High Roller | March 4th | $3,500 | $200,000 |
| WPT Prime Championship Day 1A | March 5th | $1,000 | $1,000,000 |
| Bounty Pot Limit Omaha | March 7th | $750 | $50,000 |
The WPT Prime Main Event is the centrepiece of the Chamada Poker schedule, but the Mystery Bounty and Bounty PLO tournaments are also worth circling. PLO bounty tournaments at this level are rare on the live circuit, and the $200,000 GTD Mystery Bounty at just $750 entry offers strong value relative to the tournament field size Chamada typically draws.
For players who grind WPT Global online, this is also a chance to satellite into the Main Event at a fraction of the cost.
Chamada Poker Cash Games and Player Pool
Between tournament sessions, Chamada Poker spreads cash games daily. NLHE and PLO tables run from $5/10 up to $50/100 in NLHE and up to $100/200 in private PLO games. All games are denominated in US dollars. You can also buy in using EUR or Turkish Lira and exchange at the Chamada cashier with zero commission, using the xe.com mid market rate.
| Game | Stakes Range | Peak Action |
|---|---|---|
| NLHE | $5/10 to $50/100 | $5/10 and $10/25 run daily |
| PLO | $10/25 to $100/200 | $10/25 and $25/50 fill during tournaments |
The player pool is one of Chamada Poker’s biggest selling points. The tournament and cash game fields draw primarily from Turkey, Lebanon, and Israel, with strong turnouts from Romania, Hungary, Italy, France, Germany, and the UK during festival weeks. The majority are recreational players.
That means the average skill level at Chamada Poker is significantly softer than what you’d face at established European poker rooms like Kings Resort or the main EPT stops. For travelling grinders looking for +EV spots in live poker tournaments, this is one of the strongest destinations in the region right now.
How to Get to Chamada Poker in North Cyprus
The venue is located in the Girne Çatalköy region of Northern Cyprus, which is administered by Turkey. Three nearby options make getting there straightforward.
| Option | Time to Chamada | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ercan (ECN) | ~20 minutes | Main North Cyprus gateway. Direct flights from Turkey, connections via Istanbul or London. |
| Larnaca (LCA) | ~1.5 hours | Largest Cyprus option. Most European connections. Involves a border crossing. |
| Paphos (PFO) | ~2.5 hours | Good for UK and European budget airlines. Longer drive but still straightforward. |
Since Northern Cyprus is not part of the EU, there are a few things to know before you travel to Chamada Poker.
- EU Citizens: You can enter with just your national ID, but we strongly recommend carrying your passport. You will cross a border and go through a short passport check.
- Non EU Citizens: A valid passport is required with at least 6 months remaining validity.
- US Citizens: Visa on arrival or e visa. Always confirm via official sources before travelling.
Free Shuttle and Document Check
Book Your Seat at the Chamada Poker Festival
Chamada Poker is one of the strongest live tournament destinations in the Mediterranean right now. The combination of soft international fields, daily cash games up to $100/200, and a genuine 5 star resort experience makes the room hard to beat for travelling grinders in 2026.
| What You Get | Booking Direct | Booking with VIP Grinders |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer to Chamada | Self arranged (€50 to €80) | Free |
| Room Rate | Standard pricing | Discounted or complimentary |
| Travel Document Check | Not included | Our team verifies before you fly |
| Personal Support | Front desk only | Direct line to VIP Grinders team |
The $2.5M GTD tournament series runs from February 25th to March 9th, featuring the WPT Prime $1,000,000 GTD Main Event. Spots fill up fast during WPT events, so reach out early.
Chamada Poker Tournament FAQ
What stakes do the cash games run at Chamada Poker?
NLHE cash games run from $5/10 up to $50/100. PLO runs from $10/25 up to $100/200 at private tables. Most regular NLHE action sits at $5/10, while PLO $10/25 and $25/50 fill consistently during tournament festivals. All games are denominated in US dollars.
How often does Chamada Poker run tournaments?
Chamada Poker hosts its own $1.5 Million GTD tournament series roughly every six weeks, totalling 8 to 10 major festivals per year. The schedule also includes WPT Prime events. Buy ins are kept accessible for the region, typically ranging from $750 to $3,500.
Do I need a visa to travel to Chamada Poker in North Cyprus?
EU citizens can enter with a national ID, though we recommend carrying a passport. Non EU citizens need a valid passport with at least 6 months remaining. US citizens can get a visa on arrival or an e visa. Book through VIP Grinders and our team will verify your documents before you travel.
How do I get to Chamada Poker from the nearest airports?
The closest option is Ercan (20 minute drive). Larnaca is approximately 1.5 hours and Paphos is approximately 2.5 hours. Book through VIP Grinders and we arrange a free shuttle to the Chamada Poker venue from any of these locations.
What is the tournament field like at Chamada Poker?
The tournament field at Chamada Poker is highly international, drawing primarily from Turkey, Lebanon, and Israel, with strong turnouts from Romania, Hungary, Italy, France, Germany, and the UK. The majority of players are recreational, making both cash games and tournaments at Chamada Poker softer than most established European poker rooms.
What are the benefits of booking Chamada Poker through VIP Grinders?
You get free transfers from Larnaca, Paphos, or Ercan to Chamada Poker, discounted or complimentary rooms depending on availability, a travel documents check before your trip, and direct personal support from our team. These perks are not available when booking directly.
