Hatay Dive Center - Larnaca

The team at Hatay Dive Center, based in Larnaca, are exactly who we’d send you to if you’re looking to get certified, or simply enjoy easy boat dives around the Zenobia. They’re a straightforward PADI shop, no frills, but consistently deliver good service and a friendly atmosphere. We’ve found them particularly good with newer divers, patient and clear, ensuring everyone feels comfortable before they hit the water. Their main draw, and our favourite local site, is undoubtedly the Zenobia wreck. You’ll be heading out on their boat, a quick ride from the marina, and descending into that familiar green-blue visibility that often hits 20 metres or more. We love dropping onto the stern, watching the resident groupers eye you from shadowy corridors, and if you’re lucky, catching the barracuda school swirling over the upper deck. Conditions are generally calm, making it a relaxed two-dive morning. We’d suggest booking ahead, especially during the summer months, as they do fill up quickly. They also run trips to some of the smaller reefs and other wrecks nearby, but for the full Larnaca experience, the Zenobia is where it’s at.

Location
Larnaca, Cyprus, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
36.085747, 35.970432
Phone
+90 530 596 35 45
Email
[email protected]
Website
http://www.hataydalismerkezi.com
Certification Agencies
["PADI"]
Courses
PADI Dive Center [padi:27678]
Address
Genjeral Sukru Kanatli Cd., Sommez 31 Apt No. 49 Daire 2, Antakya, Hatay/, Turkey

Dive Sites Near Hatay Dive Center

Hatay Dive Center provides access to 15 dive sites in Larnaca.

Other Dive Centres in Larnaca

Best Time to Dive in Larnaca

The warmest water temperatures in Larnaca occur in January, averaging 18.5°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 18.5°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 18.5°C (air: 13.1°C)
  • February: 18.5°C (air: 12.9°C)
  • March: 18.5°C (air: 14.7°C)
  • April: 18.5°C (air: 19.1°C)
  • May: 18.5°C (air: 23.0°C)
  • June: 18.5°C (air: 26.4°C)
  • July: 18.5°C (air: 29.9°C)
  • August: 18.5°C (air: 29.4°C)
  • September: 18.5°C (air: 27.2°C)
  • October: 18.5°C (air: 23.9°C)
  • November: 18.5°C (air: 18.8°C)
  • December: 18.5°C (air: 15.2°C)

Marine Life in Larnaca

Home to 54 recorded species including 32 reef fish, 9 sharks & rays, 4 whales & dolphins, 3 hard corals, 2 other, 2 seagrass & algae.

Notable Marine Life

Recommended Packing List for Larnaca

Based on average water temperature of 18.5°C.

  • Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 19°C water
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories