Scuba diving from Protaras, Cyprus offers access to a variety of exciting dive sites suitable for all levels β from beginners to experienced divers. Thanks to its calm waters and excellent visibility, the area is perfect for learning, training, and adventure diving. Here are some of the most popular dive sites accessible from Protaras:
π Green Bay
Level: Beginner
Depth: 5β12m
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Perfect training site for Discover Scuba and Open Water courses
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Underwater statues and an artificial reef
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Lots of tame marine life β perfect for underwater photography
π Musan β Museum of Underwater Sculpture Ayia Napa
Level: All levels
Depth: 8β10m
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Just a short drive from Protaras
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Worldβs first underwater sculpture museum by artist Jason deCaires Taylor
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Ideal for divers and snorkellers
π Caves and Tunnels
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Depth: 5β15m
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Natural volcanic formations with swim-throughs
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Great visibility and light play
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Easy to navigate, ideal for small group dives
π Liberty Wreck
Level: Advanced
Depth: 22m
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Purpose-sunk for divers
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Excellent site to practice wreck diving skills
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Easily accessible from Protaras by boat
π Zenobia Wreck (Larnaca)
Level: Advanced
Depth: 18β42m
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One of the worldβs top 10 wreck dives
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Massive Swedish roll-on/roll-off ferry that sank in 1980
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Suitable for experienced divers with deep or wreck diving certification
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Accessible as a day trip from Protaras
π De Costa Bay
Level: Beginner
Depth: 5β12m
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Calm and shallow, ideal for refreshers and training dives
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Sandy bottom with rocky outcrops and marine life
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Easy shore entry
π Canyon Dive Site
Level: Intermediate
Depth: 10β25m
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Dramatic drop-offs and natural canyons
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Great for buoyancy practice and exploration
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Varied topography keeps the dive interesting
Whether you’re looking to take your first breaths underwater or explore deeper wrecks and caverns, Protaras is a fantastic base for a scuba diving holiday in Cyprus, offering a great mix of shore and boat dives in beautiful conditions.