Cyprus Dive Sites
9 mapped sites
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Scuba diving in Cyprus
Cyprus diving splits into three areas. Larnaca has the MS Zenobia, an advanced boat-access ferry wreck lying at roughly 16–42 m and widely regarded as one of the Mediterranean’s signature wreck dives. Protaras offers calm beginner shore entries like Green Bay and the Cape Greco Caves, while the Paphos coast lists the island’s largest group of easy shore sites, including Amphitheatre and Jubilee Shoals.
- Public sites
- 9
- Indexed destination pages
- Regions
- 3
- Browsable areas
- Rating
- Building
- Reviews are still growing
- Common access
- Shore
- 7 dive sites
Seasonal patterns
Best months, historically in Cyprus
Typical conditions by month across dive sites in Cyprus— historical patterns, not a forecast.
- Jan89%19°C
- Feb89%18°C
- Mar86%18°C
- Apr93%19°C
- May91%21°C
- Jun99%25°C
- Jul100%28°C
- Aug99%29°C
- Sep96%28°C
- Oct96%26°C
- Nov91%24°C
- Dec88%21°C
From 8 sites’ typical conditions · historical typicals, not a forecast
Where divers start in Cyprus
- MS Zenobia Wreck172m RO-RO ferry sunk in 1980, 16-42m depth. Comprehensive dive guide with penetration routes.
- Green BayProtaras’ classic calm, shallow shore entry — a common first-dive choice.
- Cape Greco CavesShore-access cave and swim-through terrain near Protaras.
- AmphitheatreBeginner-listed shore site on the Paphos coast.
- Diving in PaphosThe island’s largest group of listed shore sites.
- Diving in LarnacaHome of the Zenobia and the HMS Cricket wreck.
Featured dive guides
In-depth guides for famous sites in Cyprus
Start with these richer site pages when you want article-style planning notes, FAQs, condition context, and local logistics.
Best dive sites in Cyprus
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Plan a dive in Cyprus
Choose the right area
Popular starting points in Cyprus include Paphos, Protaras, and Larnaca. The region list helps you narrow the country before comparing individual site pages.
Explore sites on the mapMatch depth and difficulty
Current public data shows 1 advanced and 1 intermediate dive sites. Listed depths range from about 16m to 42m where available. Shore is the most common listed access type. Use those signals as a starting point, then confirm the plan against training, equipment, and current local guidance.
Check conditions close to the dive
PickADive can help with research and comparison, but it does not certify that a dive is safe today. Weather, current, visibility, entry, boat traffic, and local rules can change quickly.
How condition context worksCommon questions about diving in Cyprus
What is the best dive site in Cyprus?
The MS Zenobia wreck off Larnaca is widely considered Cyprus’ signature dive — a large ferry wreck listed at roughly 16–42 m, dived by boat and best suited to advanced divers. For easier diving, Green Bay in Protaras and the Paphos shore sites such as Amphitheatre are the usual starting points.
Is Cyprus good for beginner scuba divers?
Yes. Most Cyprus sites listed on PickADive are beginner-level shore entries, including Green Bay and The Chapel in Protaras and Amphitheatre, Jubilee Shoals, and White River around Paphos. Confirm depth, entry, and supervision with a local operator before diving.
What level do you need to dive the MS Zenobia?
The Zenobia is listed as an advanced, boat-access wreck at roughly 16–42 m. Operators run different routes, from exterior orientation dives to overhead penetration, so confirm the planned route, maximum depth, and required certification or logged experience before booking.
Where should I dive in Cyprus — Paphos, Protaras, or Larnaca?
Paphos has the island’s largest group of listed shore sites and suits relaxed reef diving. Protaras offers calm beginner bays and the Cape Greco caves. Larnaca is the wreck-diving base, home to the MS Zenobia. Many divers combine an easy-shore day with a separate Zenobia day.
When can you dive in Cyprus?
Cyprus supports diving for much of the year, with the calmest, warmest conditions typically from late spring through autumn. Sea state still varies day to day — check current forecast windows on each PickADive site page and confirm same-day conditions with a local operator.
Can PickADive tell me if conditions are safe today in Cyprus?
No. PickADive helps with destination research and site comparison in Cyprus, but it does not certify that a dive is safe today. Check current conditions, training limits, equipment, local rules, and operator guidance before diving.