🇨🇾Snorkeling, Freediving, and Scuba in Cyprus

Mediterranean Sea - Eastern Basin

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Mediterranean Sea

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Levantine Sea

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Agios Georgios Pegeia Beach

Agios Georgios Pegeia Beach is located approximately 15 minutes from Coral Bay and features a convenient shore entry at Agios Georgios harbor. The dive site offers depths ranging from 3 meters to 12 meters, providing a suitable environment for divers of varying experience levels. Notable underwater features include rock formations such as an arch, a canyon, and a swim-through. The area is also known for its resident turtles, which can frequently be observed during dives. The site typically presents pristine conditions for diving.

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Ammos tou Kambouri Beach

Ammos tou Kambouri Beach, also referred to as Blue Haze, offers a shore entry point for divers. The water is shallow at the start, with a small channel leading out to depths of approximately 2 meters, eventually reaching a maximum depth of 6 meters. This site is commonly utilized for introductory dives and training sessions. Marine life observed in this area includes species such as Saddle bream, ornate wrasse, blue spotted cornet fish, damsel fish, and lionfish.

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Amphitheatre

Access the dive site by descending a natural staircase to the shore. Once in the water, you will encounter intriguing underwater holes at a depth of 10 meters. The highlight of this dive is the natural underwater amphitheater, which is located between depths of 4 and 9 meters. Look for marine life such as nudibranchs, often found hidden in seagrass and beneath rocks. The play of light within the amphitheater adds to the unique underwater experience.

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Canyon, Cape Greco

Canyon at Cape Greco is accessed from the shore using ladders, which may not always be available due to winter weather conditions. Once in the water, divers can choose to explore the wall by turning right or head towards a small pinnacle located at 190 degrees. The marine life in this area includes species such as Saddle bream, ornate wrasse, blue spotted cornet fish, damsel fish, and lionfish. Additionally, sightings of turtles and stingrays are possible.

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Cape Greco Caves

Cape Greco Caves offers a dive starting at about 3 meters (10 feet) and descending to a maximum depth of 12 meters (39 feet). Divers can observe various marine life in the caves' water-filled tunnels and overhangs. This site is suitable for divers of all levels, with optimal conditions from March to November.

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Caves, Cape Greco

Caves at Cape Greco is located on the southern coast and features a series of tunnels and caves. Access involves a short walk down a rocky path to the water's edge, followed by a giant stride entry. The maximum depth at this site reaches approximately 13 meters. Divers can exit traditionally or choose to enter another cave at a depth of 2 meters, which leads back to the surface. Marine life commonly observed includes bream, damsel fish, blue spotted cornet fish, jacks, lionfish, and moray eels, particularly later in the dive.

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Chapel (Agioi Anargyroi)

Chapel, located at coordinates 34.975500, 34.076700, features a maximum depth exceeding 40 meters. Divers can enter the water via a giant stride, where the seafloor quickly descends to 10 meters before gradually sloping down to 30 meters. Exiting the site occurs at the same location as the entry, which may present challenges due to the height and the ledge above the water's surface. Marine life commonly observed here includes saddle bream, ornate wrasse, blue-spotted cornetfish, damselfish, and lionfish.

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Chapel And Mermaid

The Chapel dive site is suitable for intermediate divers and deeper, reaching depths of up to 30 meters (100 feet). Located east of Ayia Napa, divers can observe marine life such as damselfish, sea bream, scorpionfish, and groupers, along with old amphorae. It is also a popular night dive location due to the presence of octopuses.

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Cyclops Cave

Cyclops Cave is located a short drive from Protaras in the Cape Grecko region of Cyprus. The dive site starts at a depth of around 2 meters and drops to over 40 meters. At approximately 18 meters, divers can explore a sunken ski jet, and the area offers good visibility of about 20 meters.

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De Costa Bay

De Costa Bay features a beach entry with a gentle slope leading into the water. The maximum depth at this site reaches approximately 13 meters. Divers can explore rocky formations alongside flat sandy areas, where sightings of turtles and stingrays are common. Additionally, barracuda, razor fish, and double-banded bream can also be observed in this area.

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Elpida Wreck

The Elpida Wreck is a 63-meter commercial vessel intentionally sunk for scuba diving. It rests at a depth of nearly 30 meters, with its main deck situated at 20 meters. Divers can explore various features of the wreck, including a large bridge, accommodation areas, and extensive container sections, as well as corridors and the engine room. The area around the wreck is home to diverse marine life, including bream, amberjacks, wrasse, damsel fish, and lionfish.

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Green Bay

Green Bay is a versatile dive site located in Eastern Cyprus, featuring a gradual descent from the surface down to 10 meters. The entry and exit are easily accessible from the shore, making it suitable for various diving courses and beginners. At a depth of 9 meters, divers can explore several ornamental statues, while abundant marine life can be observed at depths of 3 to 4 meters. Common species include saddle bream, blue-spotted cornetfish, damselfish, and squirrelfish, providing a rich underwater experience.

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Green Bay

Green Bay is a PADI-approved dive site in Protaras, Cyprus, aimed at beginners. The site features a depth of up to 12 meters (39 feet) and offers encounters with marine life such as cuttlefish, starfish, parrotfish, pipefish, and moray eels. Divers can also find fragments of old amphorae and easily access the site from shore.

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Jubilee Schoals

Jubilee Schoals is a dive site with depths ranging from 17 to 40 meters and a 2km-long reef along Pissouri's coastline. Divers can observe various marine life and explore features such as coral formations and underwater structures.

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Kaliva

Kaliva is a shore dive site characterized by a gradual descent starting at 4 meters, leading to a significant drop-off that reaches a maximum depth of 18 meters. Divers typically enter the water with a giant stride and explore the area by circling back, investigating trenches and rocky formations. The dive path generally runs parallel to the shoreline before ascending to shallower depths for a safety stop. Common marine life in this area includes bream, damsel fish, ornate wrasse, and cornetfish, with a notable presence of lionfish.

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Konnos Bay

Konnos Bay features wall dive conditions with depths ranging from 12 to 40 meters, suitable for divers of all levels. Marine life includes schools of small fish, lionfish, soldierfish, nudibranchs, moray eels, octopus, and squid. The dive site can be accessed from the shore.

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Liberty

The Liberty dive site is a shipwreck located off the coast of Cyprus. Sunk in 2009, this 37-meter (121 feet) Russian cargo ship is slowly attracting marine life, making it a developing artificial reef. Divers can explore the wreck at depths ranging from 10 to 30 meters (33 to 98 feet), with entry from the shore.

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Liberty Wreck, Cyprus

The Liberty Wreck is located approximately 1 kilometer from the shore, accessible via a short boat ride of less than 5 minutes. The wreck lies at depths ranging from 18 to 28 meters. This small cargo ship measures 37 meters in length and 10 meters in width, providing divers with access to its holds. The surrounding marine life is diverse, featuring species such as double banded bream, saddle bream, jacks, wrasse, and nudibranchs. Additionally, divers may encounter lionfish and grouper in the vicinity of the wreck.

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MUSAN

MUSAN, located off Pernera Beach in Ayia Napa, features a maximum depth of 10 meters. This site is home to a unique collection of underwater sculptures, including figurative artworks and sculpted organic trees, forming the world's first underwater forest. Access to MUSAN is permitted only through an official dive center, ensuring a controlled diving experience.

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Nemesis III Wreck, Cyprus

The Nemesis III Wreck is located just a short 5-minute walk from the shore, resting at a depth of 24 meters. This 25-meter long and 6-meter wide wreck was intentionally sunk and remains upright on the seabed. It features cut openings, and one of its engines is still intact, making it accessible and intriguing for divers. The area surrounding the wreck is teeming with marine life, including double banded bream, saddle bream, jacks, wrasse, and nudibranchs. Divers may also encounter lionfish and grouper in this vibrant ecosystem.

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Nissia Caves

Nissia Caves, also referred to as Green Bay, offers divers an entry point from the shore, with the option to start from the jetty for easier access. The site features a prominent cave that reaches a maximum depth of 17 meters, making it suitable for Open Water divers. The overall maximum depth at this location exceeds 22 meters. During the dive, divers can observe a variety of marine life, including saddle bream, blue spotted cornet fish, damsel fish, squirrel fish, and lionfish, among others.

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Paramount

At Paramount, divers can enter the water from the shore with a giant stride. The dive begins with a gradual descent to a depth of 4 meters, followed by a steep drop-off reaching a maximum depth of 12 meters. After exploring the underwater terrain, divers can navigate back up while examining the trenches and rocky areas, eventually swimming parallel to the shoreline at approximately 6 meters. Marine life commonly observed includes Flying Gurnards, Octopuses, Moray Eels, as well as Bream, Damsels, Ornate Wrasses, and Cornet Fish.

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Pernera House Bay

Pernera House Bay offers a straightforward shore entry, making it accessible for divers. The site features a sandy bottom alongside rock formations, providing a diverse underwater landscape. Visibility is generally excellent, allowing for easy navigation. This location is suitable for both novice divers and those looking to explore the area further.

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Pistol Bay

At Pistol Bay, divers can access the site from the shore, descending natural steps to reach the water. The dive begins along a wall that descends from 4 meters to 10 meters. Divers can explore various swim-throughs among the rocks, with the most notable leading to a cave that offers clear visibility. Marine life includes schools of sand smelt and cuttlefish, among other species.

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Pomos

This is an easy shore dive up to 12 meters deep, featuring large rock formations. There are no swimthroughs, and access is straightforward; park on the beach (stones) and enter the water within five minutes.

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Zenobia

The MS Zenobia is a wreck dive site located about one mile offshore. The wreck sits at depths ranging from 16 meters (52 feet) at the top to 42 meters (138 feet) at the bottom. Divers can observe the remains of the ship, including trucks and vehicles still inside, though only wreck certified and technical divers may enter the interior.

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Zenobia Wreck, Cyprus

The Zenobia wreck, a ferry that sank during its maiden voyage in 1980, is located near Larnaca, Cyprus. The wreck lies on its side at a depth of 42 meters, with the top of the wreck starting at 17 meters. Measuring 172 meters in length, it is suitable for two dives. As the site is situated 1.5 kilometers from the shore, access is via boat. The surrounding sea conditions are generally calm, making for a stable diving experience. Marine life around the wreck includes large groupers, barracuda, jacks, and triggerfish, along with sightings of lionfish, wrasse, damsels, and occasional moray eels.

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