White Star (Ivana Ivanova) - Paphos & Coral Bay

The White Star, or Ivana Ivanova as some of the local dive centres call her, is one of those wrecks that just hits right. It sits shallow, around 13 metres, meaning you get long bottom times and plenty of light filtering down. We love that it’s still very much a ship, not just a pile of rubble. You can make out the bow, the stern, and parts of the superstructure, offering proper swim-throughs and a sense of exploration. This Bulgarian cargo ship went down in 1966, carrying timber, and you can still find remnants of that cargo scattered around – we’ve often spotted old planks of wood resting on the seabed. Schools of damselfish often hover over the deck, and we’ve seen moray eels peeking out from various nooks and crannies. Keep an eye out for scorpionfish, too, masters of camouflage, usually tucked into a shadowy corner. It's a relaxed dive, perfect for photographers or anyone wanting to spend quality time poking around a well-preserved piece of history without deep-diving stress. For the best light, we’d suggest a mid-morning dive.

Location
Paphos & Coral Bay, Cyprus, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
34.732350, 32.414375
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
13m

Marine Protected Area: THALASSIA PERIOCHI MOULIA

Best Time to Dive in Paphos & Coral Bay

The warmest water temperatures in Paphos & Coral Bay occur in January, averaging 18.1°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 18.1°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 18.1°C (air: 13.4°C)
  • February: 18.1°C (air: 13.2°C)
  • March: 18.1°C (air: 14.6°C)
  • April: 18.1°C (air: 18.4°C)
  • May: 18.1°C (air: 21.9°C)
  • June: 18.1°C (air: 25.4°C)
  • July: 18.1°C (air: 28.8°C)
  • August: 18.1°C (air: 28.3°C)
  • September: 18.1°C (air: 26.5°C)
  • October: 18.1°C (air: 23.0°C)
  • November: 18.1°C (air: 18.7°C)
  • December: 18.1°C (air: 15.2°C)

Nearby Dive Sites in Paphos & Coral Bay

Nearest Dive Centres to White Star (Ivana Ivanova)

Marine Life in Paphos & Coral Bay

Home to 44 recorded species including 26 reef fish, 9 sharks & rays, 3 other, 2 whales & dolphins, 2 sea snails & nudibranchs, 1 soft corals.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for White Star (Ivana Ivanova)

Based on average water temperature of 18.1°C.

  • Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 18°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