Akkum Kovuk
Why dive here
With 52+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles and sperm whales - Akkum Kovuk offers some of Larnaca's richest cave diving. Water sits around 19°C.
Akkum Kovuk offers an easy introduction to cave diving, just off the coast of Larnaca. The shallow depth, maxing out at 13m, makes it ideal for beginners looking to explore overhead environments without significant challenges. Inside, you’ll find the typical residents of a Mediterranean cave: crabs, shrimp, and sometimes a grouper peeking from a crevice. It’s a straightforward dive, good for getting comfortable in the dark.
Typical Akkum Kovuk Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Overhead environment - never enter without proper cave/cavern training, redundant equipment, and a guideline.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Akkum Kovuk
Akkum Kovuk Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Akkum Kovuk, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (34.9, 33.67) (0km away)
August Averages
Sea Temperature
18.52°C
65°F
Air Temperature
29.39°C
85°F
Wind Speed
5.71 m/s
11.1 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1006.1 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
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