Dive-site story
Located near Protaras, this sheltered cove serves as one of the primary dive training sites in Cyprus. Entry begins along a gently sloping rocky shelf that gives way to a wide expanse of sand and seagrass meadows. Further out, an artificial underwater sculpture park featuring statues and classical-style columns draws marine life and provides navigation reference points across the seabed.
Submerged classical statue park with replica columns and amphorae
Expansive seagrass meadows frequently visited by foraging sea turtles
Calm, pool-like conditions that facilitate easy training and macro photography
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Water temperatures peak in late summer and autumn, coinciding with the highest frequency of turtle encounters in the bay.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Ornate wrasseThalassoma pavo | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common octopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Red lionfishPterois miles | Common | ||||||||||||
| Loggerhead sea turtleCaretta caretta | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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