Diving in CyprusIsland Cyprus is a worldwide renowned scuba diving vacation destination located in Mediterranean Sea. Called also as Island of Aphrodite, Cyprus is well known for sun,sea and sand; for divers the most famous part of Cyprus is wreck Zenobia.
Not so well known is Akamas Nature Reserve, a lovely area for diving, offering a magnificent scenery, both under and above the water. Mediterranean Sea has virtually no tides or currents, the visibility can range to 30-40 metres and the depth of the water is between 1 and 1000 meters!
The fish life depends on the area you dive in! The underwater scenery is magic, with walls and ravines. Loggerhead and green turtles nest on the beaches from Akamas at certain times of the year; these animals are protected and it seems that recently their numbers have grown.
Snorkeling in Coral Bay, Mediterranean SeaWant to experience the tropical side of Cyprus? If so, you have to visit Coral Bay. As one of the most popular vacation resorts on the island, Coral Bay is known for its exotic and beautiful beaches and for its excellent scuba diving amenities.
Beside scuba-diving and snorkeling, the vacation activities in this area include walking, trekking, sailing, playing golf, fishing, and jeep safaris excursions. This area is also great to explore ancient ruins. When visiting Coral Bay, be sure to check out:
- harbor Pafos and its historic fort
- house of Dionysos, with its mosaic art
- the theatre of ancient "Odeon"
- the Tombs of the Kings
- the Byzantine church "Agia Paraskevi"
A quiet vacation resortHow about a secluded and quiet vacation resort? Visit village Pissouri, located on a hilltop and overlooking the perfect beach from Cyprus! Are you a water sports lover? Try here some diving resorts and you'll see why no other area compares!