Diving Vacation In Cyprus, Mediterranean

Island of Cyprus is a worldwide renowned destination for scuba diving vacations and gorgeous beach resorts settled on the shores of Mediterranean Sea like Ayia Napa, Paphos, Larnaca, Limassol and Protaras. Known also as "Island of Aphrodite", Cyprus is very popular on the international travel scene due to the many sunny days, crystal waters, soft sand, exclusive beach resorts and luxury villas. Amongst divers, Cyprus is particularly appreciated for the Zenobia wreck, which lies in the harbor of Larnaca. Because of the short distance from the water's surface, the dive site of Zenobia is considered one of the top ten wreck dives in the world.

Along with wreck diving in Larnaca to explore the remains of Zenobia, tourists whom like aquatic sports have the opportunity to take trips to another great dive destination named "Akamas Nature Reserve", a site offering magnificent scenery, both under and above the water. Mediterranean Sea features excellent conditions for scuba diving vacations because there are no high tides or strong currents, the visibility can reach 100-130 feet (30-40 meters) and the depth of the water goes up to almost 3,300 feet (1,000 meters). The submarine scenery is breathtaking in the nature reserve, with plenty of walls and ravines. There live protected loggerhead and green turtles that nest on the beaches nearby, offering an unforgettable spectacle and life experience.

Travelers who want to experience the "tropical" side of Cyprus and stay in its best-rated hotels and beach resorts are advised to book vacations in Coral Bay. One of the most popular tourist sites in Cyprus, Coral Bay is particularly popular for the exotic beaches and the excellent scuba diving amenities. Along with diving and snorkeling, tourists taking delight in holidays in Cyprus can practice other leisure activities like beach walking, trekking, sailing, golf, fishing and jeep safari tours. This area is great to explore ancient ruins and during their vacation in Coral Bay travelers should also visit:

- harbor of Pafos and the historic fort

- House of Dionysus, famous for mosaic art

- the ancient Odeon Theater

- the Tombs of the Kings

- the Byzantine church Agia Paraskevi