Category: Zypern entdecken

Elpida Shipwreck

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The MV Elpida is one of two wrecks that were submerged in the Marine Protected Area (MPA) of Larnaka in 2019 to create the region’s first artificial reef (alongside the LEF1).

Constructed in Germany in 1965, the Elpida was used as an active cargo vessel in Greece until she was sent to Cyprus specifically to be repurposed as an artificial reef.

The vessel quickly attracted diverse marine life, which continues to grow and thrive thanks to eco-friendly amphorae that have been added to the MPA to further encourage marine diversity. Divers can admire (among other species): amberjack, blue-spotted cornetfish, cardinalfish, damselfish, grouper, long-spined urchin, octopi, parrotfish, pearl oyster, squirrelfish, thorny oyster and yellowspotted pufferfish. Dolphins have also been sighted at the reef.

The wreck is suitable for two dives in a day thanks to her size and provides an ideal introduction into wreck diving with long bottom times. The cargo containers and all decks are fully accessible to divers; the main deck starts at 20 metres, whilst the masts start at 10 metres. Divers can also access the large container area of the ship, the engine room, and the bridge. There are several decks suitable for confined diving and wreck penetration – with a torch advisable to explore and fully enjoy the darker crevices.

 

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Dive Specs
Location:Voroklini, Larnaka
GPS Coordinates:34° 57’06.3″N 33° 41’05.6″E
Type of Dive Site:Wreck
Depth:30 metres
Visibility: 15-25 metres
Dimensions:63 metres long / 10 metres wide
Access:By boat (2km from the shore)
Qualification Required:Advanced Open Water / Advanced Diver
Dive Category: Recreational and Technical Diving

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Octopus

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This beautiful reef is named from its many channels that resemble octopus tentacles when viewed from above, rather than the sea creature, which is also abundant at the site.

The reef is equally enjoyablefor both beginners and advanced divers, and is also suitable for honing diving skills, including mapping, night diving, navigation and deep diving.

The dive is picturesque, with white sand, some Posidoniaseagrass andsmall rockswhere small fish, sea cucumbers and abundantsea anemones dwell.

Other marine life includes grouper, nudibranch, lionfish, moray eels, sea urchins, and of course the many octopi. Turtles can also be spotted.

 

Location: Protaras, Ammochostos
GPS Coordinates: 34°59’27.77″N 34° 4’30.12″E
Type of Dive Site: Rocky
Depth: 15 metres
Visibility: 20+ metres
Access: Shore (rocky entrance)
Qualification Required: Open Water
Dive Category:Recreational Diving

 


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Antennas

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Taking its name from the four large antennas at the spot of the dive, finding this site in the Cape Gkreko area is as easy as the dive itself.

The site offers interest with its combination of cave and reef, whilst its rocky bottom makes it rich in microorganisms.

It is popular for navigation and other diving skill honing, whilst for the more adventurous diver, a night dive is simply a must-experience.

Location:Protaras, Ammochostos
GPS Coordinates:34° 57’44.79″N 34° 4’49.41″E
Type of Dive Site:Rocky bottom with small caverns
Depth:16 metres
Visibility:20+ metres
Access:Rocky Entrance (2-3 metres drop-off)
Qualification Required: Open Water
Dive Category: Recreational Diving

Caves

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Part of the Cape Gkreko network of dive sites, Caves is characterised by natural stone formations and is favoured by new divers seeking an interesting and exciting underwater landscape.

There are two entry points; one with 1.5 metre drop-off and one with a three-metre drop-off. Divers can exit from the entry point, or the more daring can opt for the hole at the top of the cave.

The mesmerising array of geology to explore includes impressive lava rock and a rock that resembles the shape of Cyprus. The numerous through and through caves and the tunnels are peppered with coloured stones that glisten in the crystal-clear seawaters.
The small rocks and crevices are teeming with marine life, including bearded fireworms, bream, grouper, moray eels, ornate wrasse, octopi and turtles.

Location:Cape Gkreko, Protaras, Ammochostos
GPS Coordinates:34° 57’48.86″N 34° 4’23.33″E
Type of Dive Site:Flat, Sandy, (through and through caverns)
Depth:12 metres
Visibility:20+ metres
Access:1) 1.5 metre drop-off, 2) 3 metre drop-off
Qualification Required: Open Water
Dive Category: Recreational Diving

 

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Da Costa

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This lovely, tranquil dive is situated in a protected area and is perfect for introductory dives, easing beginners in with a walk-in entry; a mostly flat and sandy surface; a lack of waves, and small, unassuming marine creatures.

Turtles are frequently sighted – at just 2-4 metres into the dive. Diving a little deeper, the series of submerged statues – including a mermaid, a lion and a dwarf – are also handy tools for beginners to practise their buoyancy.

The sandy bottom of Posidonia seagrass offers the perfect environment for cuttlefish to lay their eggs whilst the parents swim protectively around their future offspring. Barracuda and seahorses can also be spotted.

 

Location: Protaras, Ammochostos
GPS Coordinates:35° 0’24.58″N 34° 3’44.63″E
Type of Site:Shore Dive
Depth:11 metres
Visibility:15+ metres
Access:Shore (walk-in)
Qualification Required: Open Water
Dive Category:Recreational Diving

 

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Green Bay Cave

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Green Bay Cave is a series of majestic through and through caves and caverns located close to the Green Bay diving site.

This easy dive is known for its spectacular marine life and is home to a large variety of fish, corals and colourful sea flora. Cave dwellers include lionfish, moray eels and turtles, amidst more commonly sighted species such as barracuda, bream, damselfish, rainbow wrasses and zebra breams.

The site is also great for scooter diving.

Location:Cape Gkreko – Protaras, Ammochostos
GPS Coordinates:34° 59’57.28″N 34° 4’11.37″E 
Type of Dive Site:Rocky bottom, small caverns (through and through), also suitable for scooter diving
Depth:17 metres
Visibility:20+ metres
Access:Shore
Qualification Required: Open Water
Dive Category: Recreational Diving

Liberty Shipwreck

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The Liberty wreck was sunk in the Protaras Marine Protected Area (MPA) in 2009 to create an artificial reef, later joined by the Nemesis III wreck that was sunk in 2013.

The wreck – formerly a Russian cargo ship – sits upright, just 90 metres from the Nemesis III, which makes it ideal for scooter diving. This is made all-the-more interesting thanks to a two-metre cross that was submerged there by famous Russian explorer Feodor Konyukhov and added to with a statue of the Mother of God later by a Russian dive school.

The site is safe and ideal for basic wreck diving and rewards the diver with abundant marine life, including bright anemone on the deck. A torch is recommended to fully appreciate the dazzling colours. Other marine life includes bream, groupers, lionfish, moray eels, sea slugs, squid and tube worms.

 

Location: Protaras, Ammochostos
GPS Coordinates: 35° 2’59.47″N 34° 2’11.76″E
Type of Dive Site: Wreck (also suitable for scooter diving)
Depth: 27 metres
Visibility: 20+ metres
Dimensions: 37 metres long / 10 metres wide
Access: By boat
Qualification Required: Advanced Open Water / Boat Diver
Dive Category: Recreational Diving

 

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Cyclops

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Considered to be one of the most beautiful dive sites of the Cape Gkreko area, this site takes its name from the cave above that legend tells was the hideout of the mythical one-eyed Cyclops. Rather, it is a magnificent, half-submerged grotto with a stunning topography of huge boulders, rocks, seagrass and sand – including a sandy, uphill path between meadows of Posidonia seagrass.

The versatility of the site makes it popular as it offers each diving level a different experience. It is ideal as a practise site for mapping, night diving, navigation and deep dives, as well as snorkelling. As such, both beginners and technical divers will enjoy exploring the interesting underwater landscape and the cliff’s marine life, including bream, grouper, lionfish, moray eels, nudibranch, sea urchins and starfish, among other species.


Location: Konnos Bay – Protaras, Ammochostos
GPS Coordinates: 34° 59’10.24″N 34° 4’35.99″E
Type of Dive Site: Rocky, Sandy, Drop-off (cliff)
Depth: 45 metres
Visibility: 20+ metres
Access: Shore (difficult) / By boat
Qualification Required: Open Water
Dive Category:Recreational and Technical Diving


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Constantinides Shooting Club – Beretta Cyprus

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Location

The Constantinides Shooting Club is located in Monagri Village, just 15 km from Limassol city. You can reach us by taking the exit from Kato Polemidia Roundabout towards Troodos.

Facilities

  • 5 combined FITASC Sporting & Compak layouts
  • 4 FITASC Sporting layouts
  • 1 Olympic Skeet layout
  • Air Pistol
  • Air Rifle
  • Archery
  • Cafeteria, restaurant
  • Swimming Pool
  • Children’s Area

Opening hours

Monday: Closed,
Tuesday – Friday 14.00 – 19.00
Weekends 09.00 – 19.00

Contact details

Monagri 4746 (Limassol)

Tel. +357 99972103

Website:   https://constantinidesshooting.com/
Email: [email protected]

Kampos Forest Heritage Museum

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The museum lies just a few kilometers away from Kykkos Monastery and overlooks from one side, the Morphou Bay and from the other, Mount Olympus.
The museum is divided in two sections and the visitor can be guided using interactive media and attractive photo displays. On the ground floor, the display walks through the history of the Cypriot forest from the Bronze Age through to the British Colonial era.
In the basement of the museum, the more recent history of wood processing and logging is displayed through traditional tools and machinery as well as digital media.

In the museum botanical garden there are various specimens of local and endemic species.

Region: Lefkosia
Address: Community Council of Kampos, 2, Chr. Kalaitzi, 2863 Nicosia
Contact No: Tel: 22942450
Operating Hours: Opening Hours: Please contact Mob. + 357 99645400
Operating Period: All year round
Closed on Public Holidays
Entrance Fee: €3,00,  €2,00 reduced,  Family €10
Disabled Access: Entrance ramp in the property.
Opening and closing times are subject to alterations without notice. Visitors are advised to check before visiting.