35m
    Paphos & Coral Bay, Cyprus

    MOUSTAFA I

    Best months: Jul–Sep

    Why dive here

    With 43+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles - MOUSTAFA I offers some of Paphos & Coral Bay's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 18-28°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Sep
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeSea Turtles · 43+ species recorded
    Water18-28°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 35m

    The Moustafa I, a carrier vessel that went down in 1994, sits upright at 35 metres. It's a proper dive for wreck enthusiasts, feeling like a substantial chunk of history dropped onto the seabed. We love the swim-throughs, especially the engine room, which is still surprisingly intact, offering a glimpse into its final moments. Down here, the silence is profound, broken only by your own bubbles, and the light filtering down through the Mediterranean blue creates long shadows off the superstructure. Look for the resident groupers lurking in the cargo holds and the occasional barracuda patrolling above the deck. The currents can pick up a bit, so we’d suggest timing your dive for slack tide to really savour the penetration opportunities and get a good look at the propeller. This wreck is best suited for experienced divers comfortable with deeper profiles and overhead environments.

    Typical MOUSTAFA I Dive Profile

    15m30mSafety Stop0m35m max~20 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Deep dive (35m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.

    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.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for MOUSTAFA I

    MOUSTAFA I Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for MOUSTAFA I, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (34.73, 32.45) (18km away)

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    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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