Liberty - Larnaca

The Liberty in Larnaca is one of those wrecks we keep coming back to. No, it’s not the Zenobia, but it has a quiet charm and its own story, which we always appreciate. She’s a small, wooden fishing boat, scuttled on purpose back in 2009, so she’s been down there long enough for marine life to properly settle in. What we love about the Liberty is how accessible she is, sitting in manageable depths. You can easily do a relaxed circuit, exploring her cabins and decks. The wooden structure has softened over time, providing plenty of nooks and crannies. We’ve spotted countless Rhomboid Sweepers darting through the interior, flashing silver, and there are always a few Ornate Wrasse poking around the bow. Look closely among the eelgrass meadows surrounding the wreck; we’ve had luck finding Seahorses here, especially in late spring. It’s a gentle dive, perfect for photographers wanting to practice their wreck composition or newer divers getting comfortable with overhead environments without feeling overwhelmed. We’d suggest going early in the morning for the best light penetration through the hull.

Location
Larnaca, Cyprus, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
35.050770, 34.036220
Type
wreck

Marine Protected Area: MPA Paralimni

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)

Nearby Dive Sites in Larnaca

Nearest Dive Centres to Liberty

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 Species

Recommended Packing List for Liberty

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