Dive-site story
Pissouri Bay features a sheltered coastal profile on the southern shore of Cyprus, where gentle sand patches meet rocky shelves and dense Posidonia seagrass beds. Underwater terrain includes small ledges, scattered boulders, and shallow gullies that provide shelter for Mediterranean reef fauna. Dive operators frequently utilize the bay for training sessions, leisurely shore dives, and nocturnal excursions.
Rocky gullies and natural rock overhangs harboring cryptic marine life
Expansive Posidonia oceanica seagrass meadows supporting juvenile fish species
Sheltered bay topography suited for check-out excursions and night diving
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through autumn provides the calmest sea state and warmest conditions along the southern coast.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean ParrotfishSparisoma cretense | Common | ||||||||||||
| Devil Firefish (Lionfish)Pterois miles | Common | ||||||||||||
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Green Sea TurtleChelonia mydas | Rare |
Marine forecast
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