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Melanda
Pissouri shore dive with reef patches and gullies
About Melanda
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.
Research Estimate At Melanda
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Where Is Melanda?
Melanda Planning Details
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.
Safety & Access At Melanda
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.
Local Intel For Melanda
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A strong beginner dive that still gives certified divers a pleasant shallow reef session.
Freedive
Possible in very calm conditions, but the site is primarily set up for scuba and training dives.
Snorkel
Good for relaxed snorkeling on calm days over the shallow sections.
Melanda Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Melanda
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Wildlife at Melanda
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Recent Logged Visits At Melanda
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Melanda
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Melanda Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Melanda Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
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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