Dive-site story
Located along the rugged coastline of the Peyia area north of Paphos, Pistol Bay offers sheltered rocky reef diving with distinct underwater topography. Divers encounter a series of gullies, shallow swim-throughs, and rocky overhangs carved out of limestone bedrock. The site is frequently used for training and relaxed exploration due to gentle conditions and reliable visibility.
Series of natural limestone gullies and narrow swim-throughs
Rocky overhangs hiding Mediterranean octopuses and moray eels
Calm coastal conditions suited for skills practice and leisurely navigation
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Summer and autumn provide the warmest waters and calmest surface conditions across western Cyprus.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common octopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean morayMuraena helena | Common | ||||||||||||
| Ornate wrasseThalassoma pavo | Common | ||||||||||||
| Dusky grouperEpinephelus marginatus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Rare |
Marine forecast
