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Dive sites in Cyprus
Our diving area
Even though Cyprus is not (yet) known as a diving destination, there is a lot more to see here than just the Zenobia. There are natural bays with perfect water conditions, impressive rock formations with caves and tunnels, various wrecks and artificial reefs as well as an underwater museum - and all of this right on our doorstep. With the overview map of our dive sites we want to show you how varied you can make your Cyprus vacation.
dive sites
We are happy to introduce you our most visited dive sites:
Greenbay
The natural bay is the ideal dive site for beginners or divers who have not dived for a long time. The limited open water is characterized by easy entry, good visibility and no current. This dive site is located in the Protaras area and is only a few minutes drive away. The maximum depth is 10 meters - with many colorful fish. A night dive is also particularly worthwhile here!
Depth: 1-10m
Difficulty level: easy
Highlights: turtles
DeCosta Bay
The natural bay is the ideal dive site for beginners or divers who have not dived for a long time. The limited open water is characterized by easy entry, good visibility and no current. This dive site is located in the Protaras area and is only a few minutes drive away. The maximum depth is 10 meters - with many colorful fish. A night dive is also particularly worthwhile here!
Depth: 1-10m
Difficulty level: easy
Highlights: turtles
Liberty wreck
The Liberty wreck was purposefully sunk off the Paralimni coast on May 27, 2009. The Russian cargo ship is to be taken over by the underwater world and become a new home for many fish. It is exciting to see how nature revitalizes the wreck from year to year.
Depth: 23-27m / Length: 37m
Difficulty level: medium
Highlight: wreck
Cyclops Cave
A nice dive site with several diving options. It is suitable for deep dives up to 40 meters deep. However, a shallower dive can also be very interesting. A natural underwater road makes navigating to embark and disembark easy. You can find moray eels, lionfish, turtles, squid and whatever else swims in front of your mask.
Depth: 40m
Level of difficulty: easy-medium
Highlight: Fur formations, Lion Fish
Musan
Jason deCaires Taylor's Underwater Museum opened on August 1, 2021. The museum consists of various sculptures. The underwater world slowly begins to settle in the museum. Algae have grown on the artificial trees and kelp sculptures and small schools of fish have taken up residence. Crayfish and cuttlefish are also more and more common. You can find out more here.
Depth: 10m
Difficulty level: easy
Highlight: sculptures
Nemesis wreck
In December 2013 the wreck was sunk as planned right next to the Liberty wreck in Paralimni. Previously, holes were cut into the ship's bow, which now form great swimm-troughs under water.
Depth: 15-27m / Length: 35m
Difficulty level: medium
Highlight: wreck
Caves
An easy dive site with a maximum depth of 12 meters with many caves, tunnels and overhanging rocks. Look into the hiding spots and discover many different species of fish, as well as squid and moray eels. The caves are particularly suitable for beautiful underwater photos!
Depth: 14m
Level of difficulty: easy-medium
Highlight: caves, seahorses
Octopus Reef
Octopus Reef is a pristine reef bank off the Paralimnis coast. At an average depth of 30 meters, octopuses, lionfish, moray eels and much more can be discovered. The reef can be reached by boat and is only suitable for experienced divers due to the depth and sometimes currents.
Depth: 26-33m
Difficulty level: medium - difficult
Highlight: octopus, moraines
Zenobia
This wreck is one of the top wrecks for diving in the world! In 1980 it sank just off the coast of Larnaka on its maiden voyage. The crew was able to save themselves, but his load is still at a depth of 18-42m. Large schools of groupers, barracuda, tuna and other predatory fish visit the wreck every year. Learn more here.
Depth: 18-42m
Difficulty level: medium - difficult
Highlight: wreck
These are just a few of our dive sites. We are happy to show you - depending on the weather and waves - more exciting places. Come on over!