The 15 Best Scuba Diving Trips in Cyprus

1.Half-Day Scuba Diving Tour – Discover Scuba Diving!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 669 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $100Our pick

Start with an English briefing, then practice basic scuba skills in a pool before heading to Paphos’s Roman Wall site. You’ll spend about half an hour in shallow water, looking for fish, old anchors, amphorae, and seasonal green turtles. Cydive instructors such as Emma, Kris, Chris, and Sophie are known for calm, patient coaching.

“the Scuba diving was amazing, the instructor was clear and made you feel safe and comfortable. the only thing I would say is that at the end they try and sell you photos, it does bump the price up. on top of this if you are a single person, a couple, a group , the more of you their are the more expensive the pictures are, this to me don't make sense as its only camera shots but you get charged depending how many are in your group in the shot. The scuba dive, as mentioned was amazing. If you are travelling to the other side of the island you…”

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2.Private Discovery Dive + Photos & Videos

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 577 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102

Learn the basics at Poseidon Dive Centre, then make your first scuba descent at Green Bay Beach with an instructor dedicated only to your group. Expect a calm briefing, equipment help, fish, possible sea turtles, and photos and videos to take home. French-speaking instruction may be available with Christophe.

“The best ones in cyprus.very friendly and well done.all the information was clear.the right one to do it”

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3.Discover Scuba diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 504 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102

Learn the basics of scuba at Green Bay Beach near Ayia Napa. Ocean View Diving provides English instruction, equipment, hotel pickup, and a small group of six or fewer. Expect about 40 minutes underwater, easy shore access, fish, underwater statues, and a chance to see turtles.

“great first diving experience. would recommend. we didnt see any turtles but there were cool fish and sea urchin and of course the stones you can see in the pictures. the guys we dove with made pictures of us and a video. and the two guys behind us helped us with the ascending end descending because me and my friends were lost. will definitely dive again in my life. but of course there are better places to dive in the world. but when you're in cyprus. go there, cool people, cool experience, good instructions, free pictures and video, free diving gear to use. price totally fine.”

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4.Try a Scuba Diving Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 400 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend about three hours learning scuba basics with Sirens Dive Centre in Protaras. You will practice in a nearby bay, then explore underwater with an instructor such as Richard, Kim, Nick, or Shawn. Equipment, photos, videos, and pickup within 15 kilometers are included. Children from age eight can participate.

“The best experience! Our guides, Kim and Bec were fantastic, and they were so responsive and always ready to help with whatever. They calmed nerves and always made sure our group was enjoying their time and felt comfortable. Amazing experience my friends and I loved scuba diving!!”

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5.Private Diving at Zenobia Wreck in Larnaka

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 369 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $187

Join Alpha Divers in Larnaca for a private, guided SCUBA experience at the Zenobia wreck. The four-hour outing includes two descents, full equipment, and a guide or instructor. Advanced Open Water certification is required, and Nitrox certification is mandatory, though it can be completed on the day.

“Fantastic dive center with an exceptional team! Safety is clearly a top priority, and I always felt well taken care of. The dives themselves were incredible—great sites, smooth organization, and expert guidance. A huge thank you to Bhina and Anna for their professionalism and hospitality—they truly made the trip unforgettable. Would absolutely recommend to anyone looking for a top-notch diving”

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6.SCUBA DIVING first time experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 216 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90

Spend about three hours learning scuba with Tempo Divers in Protaras. Claire, Ivi, or another instructor explains the gear and safety steps, then guides you through shallow-water practice before a 45 to 50-minute swim to a maximum of 10 meters. Pickup, equipment, and small groups of up to four are included.

“Very welcoming and reassuring hosts. Who are constantly checking you are okay down there. Perfect for first time divers. We barely had to lift a finger, everything is done for you in regards to the kit and transport. Well worth the money.”

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7.Scuba Diving Activity in Pernera

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 211 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Taba Diving Centre gives you a three-hour first taste of scuba near Pernera. You’ll learn basic skills, practice in shallow water, then spend 30 to 45 minutes at Blue Bay, reaching up to 6 metres. Instructors including Cas, Manuel, and Kat are praised for calm guidance. Hotel pickup, equipment, and drinks are included.

“Day was fantastic. Taba diving school really makes you feel at ease and guide you through the process before and during the experience. I was apprehensive at first but after doing it we booked another one for a few days later because we enjoyed it so much. Cas was our instructor and she was amazing”

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8.Discover SCUBA Diving with Pissouri Bay Divers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 182 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $145

With Pissouri Bay Divers, you learn basic SCUBA theory, safety, and equipment use before heading by vehicle to a local sea site. After simple skills practice in shallow water, you spend up to an hour exploring underwater. The experience is offered in English, lasts about four hours, and groups are limited to eight people.

“Tara was thorough in explaining the gear, how it all works, and exactly what to expect in the water. She made us feel very safe and was extremely patient with my friend who was having a little trouble during the practice part in the shallows. This was my second SCUBA experience, and Tara made me feel confident enough to pursue the Open Water certification. On top of all that, she was very nice and friendly plus knowledgeable about the dive sites in the area.”

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9.Scuba Diving Experience (10+ Years) AND Free Edited Video

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $84Best value

Learn scuba basics with PADI-trained instructors Ben or Maria at Green Bay in Protaras. You’ll practice in calm, shallow water, see Fish Rock and small underwater statues, and may receive a free edited video. Morning sessions offer cooler weather and a better chance of seeing turtles.

“Unforgettable. One of the best experiences ever. I have never dived before and are a bad swimmer, but Ben took us down safe to the underwater exibition. We could take our time to get used to the equippment. No rush. Felt safe. Fantastic. Calm and pedagogic. Thank You.”

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10.Discover Scuba Diving

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102

You’ll learn basic scuba skills with Just Scuba in Ayia Napa, then explore clear water around Green Bay with guides Jo, Tomasz, or Werner. Hotel pickup, equipment, and a private group are included. Expect about three hours, with photos and videos available as an optional extra.

“Excellent team!! Friendly knowledgeable and just wanted to make my experience the best!! Felt comfortable and safe at the time. Saw some amazing fish, statues from the beautiful Green Bay!! Had a good natter on the way back picking Jo’s brain about the area and so on, great she was British!! Extra £20 euro for all copy of all the photos taken of the trip well worth it! Thanks guys loved every minute xx”

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11.Scuba Diving Cyprus Experience Protaras and Ayia Napa & Turtles

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 36 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $101

Start at Yellow Fins Scuba Centre in Protaras with a safety lesson, then practice breathing and basic skills at Green Bay. With your instructor, descend gradually to a maximum of 5 meters for about 40 minutes. Turtles and fish are possible, and underwater statues sit farther down. Hotel pickup is offered.

“Great experience, responsive and understanding diving instructor, I recommend. very beautiful beaches, possibility of seeing fish”

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12.Scuba Diving Experience & MUSAN Dive + Free Edited Video 2xdives

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 34 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $144

Start at Nautilus Scuba Diving Centre in Protaras with a Discover Scuba Dive, then head to MUSAN in Ayia Napa for a second underwater visit. Ben and the Nautilus team guide beginners through calm, shallow Green Bay before the sculpture site. Pickup is available, the group is capped at eight, and an edited video may be included.

“Had an amazing time scuba diving - totally worth it. The instructors were great, and the whole experience was fun and relaxing. Definitely something you should try when you're in Cyprus.”

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13.Discover Scuba Diving Amathounta’s Ancient Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $114

Meet at Santa Barbara Church for a 90-minute Discover Scuba Diving session at Amathounta. A NAUI instructor explains the gear, leads shallow-water practice, then guides you over the ancient harbor at a maximum depth of 5 meters. This private activity suits first-time participants with moderate fitness.

“Wow, what an experience. I was very nervous at first but the crew was in credibly patient and took the time to make sure everyone was OK and showed us an amazing time. Highly recommend A++.”

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14.Dive The Rock (Scuba Diving Experience in Protaras)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $102

Meet the Dive The Rock team in Protaras for a short briefing, equipment practice, and a guided scuba session at Green Bay. Instructor Christian is praised for calm, personal guidance, while Julio also leads sessions and certifications. Expect fish, turtles, statues, and a maximum group of four. Photos and video cost extra.

“Had the pleasure to do my first dive with Christian, super cool dude, made me feel comfortable and safe immediately!”

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15.Beginners Discover Scuba Diving By Boat, Best Spot In Cyprus

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $102

From Latchi, your instructor fits you with full scuba gear before a boat ride along the Akamas coast to Blue Lagoon. You learn safety and basic skills in shallow water, then descend to a maximum of 6 metres with close support. Past instructors have included Joe, JD, Hanna, DJ, and Howie. The session lasts about four hours and includes a certificate.

“Great scuba diving for the family. Instructors were great, the water was clear and the diving was great.”

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