KIBRIS I
Protected Area
PERIOCHI POLIS - GIALIA
Why dive here
With 43+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles - KIBRIS I offers some of Paphos & Coral Bay's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 18-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Kibris I, a roll on-roll off ferry, went down in 1982 during some rough weather, right there in the harbour. Now it sits upright in just 14 metres, making it one of our favourite shallow wrecks in Cyprus. We love how approachable it is; you can spend a full dive poking around the superstructure, which is still largely intact. Swim-throughs are plentiful, weaving through the old car decks – watch for schooling damselfish flitting in and out of the shadows. On the main deck, keep an eye out for moray eels tucked into crevices, their heads peeking out as blennies dart past. The stern is particularly photogenic, with the propellers now home to colourful anemones. We’d suggest an early morning dive here; the light filters beautifully through the clear Paphos waters, making the metal glow.
Typical KIBRIS I Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to KIBRIS I
Dive shops near KIBRIS I
Latchi Watersports Centre
SCUBA CYPRUS
Amphora Scuba Diving Center
Amphibious Diving Center
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for KIBRIS I
KIBRIS I Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for KIBRIS I, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (34.73, 32.45) (18km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
26°C
78°F · Range: 24.4–27.2°C
Air Temperature
23°C
73°F
Wind Speed
4.1 m/s
8.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1015 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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