

Best for beginner divers, 11-15m, shore entry, mild current.
Cape Grecko Caves is a shore-entry site featuring a reef and seagrass habitat. Divers explore a cave system that creates an overhead environment, requiring appropriate training despite the moderate depth of 11 to 15 metres. Visibility is high, typically ranging between 20 and 40 metres, with mild currents. The entry requires caution due to surf and a shore break that can make the rocky exit slippery. Divers should remain aware of boat traffic at the surface throughout the dive. Facilities at the site include parking and toilets. The water temperature fluctuates between 17C in winter and 27C in summer.
34.96545, 34.08475
Check the shore break carefully before entering, as even mild swell can make the entry and exit slippery and awkward on rock. Toilets and parking are available at the site, so no need to sort logistics beforehand.
Most sites are accessible by boat from Ayia Napa or Protaras. Shore entry is possible at Konnos Bay.
Recorded at this site
Depth
11-15m
Visibility
20-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
17-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
While the depth is moderate, the presence of an overhead cave environment means this site is better suited for divers with advanced open water training.
The site ranges from 11 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
This is a shore-entry dive. Divers should check the shore break carefully before entering, as swell can make the rocky entry and exit difficult.
Hazards include the overhead environment of the cave system, surf, and potential boat traffic. Always maintain surface awareness during your dive.
Diving at Cape Grecko Caves in Ayia Napa requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Cape Grecko Caves in Ayia Napa. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Cape Grecko Caves in Ayia Napa are June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Cape Grecko Caves in Ayia Napa typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cape Grecko Caves in Ayia Napa typically ranges from 20 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.