Scuba Cyprus – Diving Adventures in North Cyprus

Scuba diving in North Cyprus offers one of the Mediterranean's most enjoyable underwater experiences, with warm crystal-clear waters, excellent visibility, fascinating marine life and a relaxed, uncrowded atmosphere. Whether you're taking your very first breath underwater or you're an experienced diver looking for new sites, Scuba Cyprus is one of the island's best-known and longest-established dive operators.

Operating since 1990, Scuba Cyprus has built a reputation for professional instruction, high safety standards and friendly service. Based in Alsancak and Kyrenia Harbour, the company provides everything from beginner "Try Dives" to internationally recognised SSI certification courses, guided dive trips, snorkelling excursions and private boat charters.

Why Choose Scuba Cyprus?

One of the biggest advantages of diving in North Cyprus is the exceptionally clear water. During much of the diving season, underwater visibility regularly reaches 25–30 metres, allowing divers to enjoy spectacular views of rocky reefs, underwater cliffs and colourful marine life.

Scuba Cyprus combines this natural environment with over three decades of experience, making it an excellent choice for:

• Complete beginners

• Families

• Qualified recreational divers

• Professional diver training

• Groups and private charters

• Snorkellers and non-divers

Unlike many dive centres, they also cater extensively for people who simply want to enjoy a day at sea without diving.

Learn to Dive

Never been scuba diving before?

No problem.

Scuba Cyprus offers SSI Try Dives, allowing complete beginners to experience breathing underwater under the close supervision of qualified instructors.

No previous experience is required, and all equipment is provided.

For visitors who fall in love with diving, they also offer internationally recognised SSI certification courses, including:

• SSI Open Water Diver

• Advanced Adventurer

• Specialty Courses

• Rescue Diver

• Divemaster

• Professional Instructor Training

SSI certifications are recognised worldwide, allowing you to dive almost anywhere in the world after qualification.

Daily Guided Dive Trips

Certified divers can join daily boat dives exploring some of North Cyprus' most beautiful underwater locations.

Typical dive sites include:

• Rocky reefs

• Underwater caves

• Drop-offs

• Artificial reefs

• Coastal walls

Experienced guides select dive locations according to sea conditions, ensuring safe and enjoyable dives for all certification levels.

Marine Life You'll See

The Mediterranean may not have tropical coral reefs, but North Cyprus offers surprisingly rich marine biodiversity.

Divers regularly encounter:

• Groupers

• Amberjack

• Octopus

• Moray eels

• Sea bream

• Wrasse

• Barracuda

• Colourful nudibranchs

• Sea stars

• Sea urchins

• Occasionally turtles

• Large schools of bait fish

Because North Cyprus has relatively low levels of commercial diving traffic compared with many Mediterranean resorts, marine life often appears less disturbed.

Boat Trips for Everyone

Scuba Cyprus isn't just for divers.

Their traditional wooden gulet offers relaxing cruises along the spectacular Kyrenia coastline.

Typical boat trips include:

• Swimming stops

• Snorkelling

• Sunbathing

• Freshly prepared lunch

• Crystal-clear bays

• Private charter options

• Sunset cruises

This makes them an excellent choice for mixed groups where only some members wish to dive.

Snorkelling Adventures

If scuba diving isn't for you, snorkelling provides another excellent way to experience the Mediterranean.

The clear water makes it easy to observe:

• Shoals of fish

• Rocky reefs

• Sea grass meadows

• Small octopus

• Colourful marine life

Snorkelling equipment is normally available as part of organised excursions.

Safety Standards

Safety is one of the reasons Scuba Cyprus has remained popular for more than 30 years.

Their operation focuses on:

• Professional instructors

• Modern diving equipment

• Regular equipment servicing

• Small group sizes

• Thorough safety briefings

• International SSI training standards

This makes them suitable for both nervous first-time divers and experienced enthusiasts.

Diving Season in North Cyprus

One of the biggest attractions of diving in North Cyprus is the long season.

Typical water temperatures:

Spring - 18–22°C

Summer - 24–29°C

Autumn - 24–27°C

Winter - 17–19°C

The best diving conditions are generally between May and October, when sea temperatures are warm and visibility is at its best.

What to Bring

For most dive trips you'll only need:

• Swimwear

• Towel

• Sunscreen

• Sunglasses

• Hat

• Dry clothes

• Camera (waterproof if possible)

All diving equipment is typically supplied unless you prefer to use your own.

The Famous Zenobia Wreck

For experienced divers, Scuba Cyprus also organises trips to the world-famous Zenobia shipwreck off the south coast of Cyprus.

Frequently ranked among the world's finest wreck dives, the 178-metre ferry lies on its side at depths reaching approximately 42 metres and attracts divers from across the globe. Advanced certification is generally required for many parts of the wreck.

Best For

Scuba Cyprus is ideal for:

• Holidaymakers

• Couples

• Families

• Adventure seekers

• Underwater photographers

• Beginners

• Experienced divers

• Groups

• Corporate outings

Booking Tips

To make the most of your experience:

• Book ahead during summer.

• Inform instructors of any medical conditions.

• Avoid flying immediately after diving (follow recommended surface intervals).

• Arrive well rested and hydrated.

• Bring reef-safe sunscreen.

Location

Scuba Cyprus operates from two convenient locations:

• Camelot Beach, Alsancak – the main diving centre.

• Kyrenia Old Harbour – departure point for many boat trips and private charters.

Other Diving Centres in North Cyprus

Visitors looking to compare operators may also wish to consider:

• Amphora Dive Centre

• Cyprus Underwater Explorers

• North Cyprus British Scuba Centre

Why Scuba Diving Should Be on Your North Cyprus Holiday

Few activities combine adventure, relaxation and natural beauty quite like scuba diving. North Cyprus offers warm seas, uncrowded dive sites, abundant marine life and excellent visibility, making it one of the Mediterranean's hidden gems for underwater exploration.

Whether you're discovering scuba diving for the very first time, earning an internationally recognised certification or simply enjoying a relaxing day aboard a traditional wooden boat, Scuba Cyprus delivers experiences that will become some of the most memorable moments of your holiday.

Its combination of professional instruction, decades of local knowledge and the stunning coastline around Kyrenia makes it one of the premier diving operators in North Cyprus for visitors of every age and experience level.

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