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Scuba Diving in Northern Cyprus Scuba diving in Cyprus is a dream. Clear visibility (30 metres plus), warm waters, the chance to see turtles, octopus, grouper, and numerous other fish, fascinating coral and plant life. See the remains of amphora and other pottery all over the area dating back several thousand years lying undisturbed on the seabed of Mediterranean.
The oldest wreck in the world (carbon dated to 300 BC) was found just off Girne (Kyrenia). She sank in heavy seas and now complete with her cargo is housed in a special museum at the castle, but there remain on the seabed many artefacts where she went down.
North Cyprus has one of the longest dive seasons in the world, running from April right through until almost Christmas. The lack of tides mean even beginners can learn in safety in the warm waters of the Mediterranean, and dive amongst rocks and fish on their very first lesson. Great dive sites in Northern Cyprus include wrecked ships, reef formations, caves, cuts and canyons that team with wildlife. There are ancient sites to explore too, featuring Roman remains, and remember that the world’s oldest shipwreck was discovered in North Cyprus, just outside Kyrenia harbour! Remember to take your camera when diving, as the marine wildlife can be spectacular. Apart from encountering stingrays, wrasse and grouper, you may even find yourself diving alongside the island’s famous residents, the green and loggerhead turtles! So, take the plunge and explore the North Cyprus coast from under the waves.
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