Local Pissouri dive-centre page for the operator network around the site.
Pissouri shore dive with reef patches and gullies
Pissouri shore dive with reef patches and gullies
Melanda is a shallow shore dive in Pissouri with easy access, white sand, reef patches, and swim-throughs. It is a friendly Cyprus training site for divers who want a calm, scenic entry with enough terrain to stay interesting.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
4m - 12m
Depth Note
The site starts shallow and stays in the roughly 4m to 12m range across the main reef sections.
Best Season
Year-round; calm days are best.
Typical Conditions
Shallow shore dive with white sand, reef patches, swim-throughs, gullies, and a calm training-friendly profile.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Keep buoyancy tight around the rock face and swim-throughs. The shallow slope is easy, but coral contact is still the main thing to avoid.
Access Restrictions
Shore access from the Pissouri area; use a local guide if you want to explore the second reef.
Legal Notes
Follow local dive-centre guidance and standard reef-protection rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A strong beginner dive that still gives certified divers a pleasant shallow reef session.
Freediving
Possible in very calm conditions, but the site is primarily set up for scuba and training dives.
Snorkeling
Good for relaxed snorkeling on calm days over the shallow sections.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Local Pissouri dive-centre page for the operator network around the site.
Community directory page describing Melanda as a shallow beginner site with swim-throughs, cave features, and gullies.
Official Cyprus tourism diving page covering the island-wide diving context, visibility, and marine life.
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