

Best for intermediate divers, 1-40m, shore entry, mild current.
Cyclops Cave in Ayia Napa and Protaras offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a cave, reef, wall, and artificial reef. The site is suitable for intermediate divers, with depths ranging from 1 to 40 metres and an average depth of 25 metres. A natural underwater road facilitates navigation for shore entries. Conditions vary, with visibility spanning 5 to 40 metres and mild currents. Water temperatures fluctuate between 17C and 24C throughout the year. Divers should be aware of potential hazards including boat traffic, decompression risks, and overhead environments. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, equipment rental, a cafe, and guided tours.
34.98637, 34.07850
A boat dive is recommended as the shore access involves walking down a steep sandy path and entering from a rocky shore.
The site can be reached from shore or by boat. Shore access is via a steep sandy path leading to a rocky entry point.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 40m
Visibility
5-40m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
17-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Sep
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to its depth range and potential hazards like overhead environments.
The site ranges from 1 to 40 metres deep, with an average depth of 25 metres.
Cyclops Cave is accessed via a shore entry.
The best months for diving at this site are May and September.
Yes, night diving is permitted at Cyclops Cave.
Diving at Cyclops Cave in Protaras requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Cyclops Cave in Protaras. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Cyclops Cave in Protaras. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 24°C.
Divers at Cyclops Cave in Protaras should be aware of jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Cyclops Cave in Protaras typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Cyclops Cave in Protaras typically ranges from 5 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.