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Step straight from the sand into two guided beginner dives at Protaras’ Green Bay. This half-day combo pairs a shallow introduction dive with a deeper safari dive — equipment, photos, and pickup included.
Step straight from the sand into two guided beginner dives at Protaras’ Green Bay. This half-day combo pairs a shallow introduction dive with a deeper safari dive — equipment, photos, and pickup included.
You step off the sand and the Mediterranean answers immediately — warm water folding around your ankles, the shoreline of Green Bay (Turtle Bay) lapping like a welcome. The dive school sits literally a step from the sea: no vans, no heavy gear, just a short theory briefing and then you slip under a cobalt surface where sunlight strings itself over rock and sand.
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Operated by AQUANAUT DIVING SCHOOL · Protaras, Famagusta District
You step off the sand and the Mediterranean answers immediately — warm water folding around your ankles, the shoreline of Green Bay (Turtle Bay) lapping like a welcome. The dive school sits literally a step from the sea: no vans, no heavy gear, just a short theory briefing and then you slip under a cobalt surface where sunlight strings itself over rock and sand.
This stretch of coastline east of Protaras grew from fishing hamlets into a dive hub through the late 20th century; limestone shelves and pocket reefs carved by waves now host sponges and statues that attract beginner divers. Geology here is compact limestone and shallow shelf, which makes it ideal for controlled training dives and wildlife encounters — especially the resident loggerhead turtles that give the bay its popular name.
You’ll start at 9:45 with 20–25 minutes of classroom basics, then two guided shallow dives: an introductory 5 m dive (40–45 minutes) followed by a safari-style dive to about 10 m (40–45 minutes). Instructors provide full scuba equipment, surface support, and underwater photos and video, plus free pick-up in air-conditioned vehicles.
Practical notes: bring swimwear, a towel, and reef-safe sunscreen; eat lightly before diving and hydrate well. Disclose medical conditions in advance — this discovery course isn’t certified diving but is run to strict safety standards and isn’t recommended for pregnant people or those with serious heart or spinal conditions. Expect close fish life, occasional turtles, clear visibility, and calm, beginner-friendly conditions — a compact, confidence-building introduction to the underwater world of Cyprus.
easy.
4–5 hours.
Suitable for people in reasonable health and basic swimming comfort; minimal exertion required under instructor supervision.
No certification is required — this is a discover-scuba program run under instructor supervision with limited depths (5 m then 10 m) designed for first-time divers.
The activity includes use of scuba equipment, instructor-led dives, underwater photos and videos, and free pick-up in an air-conditioned vehicle where offered.
Age bands apply and minors usually need parental consent; check with the operator for exact minimum age and documentation requirements.
Certain conditions (pregnancy, serious heart or spinal issues) are contraindications; you must disclose medical history and may need a doctor’s clearance before diving.
Protaras evolved from a modest fishing community into a scuba and beach resort; local limestone shelves form shallow reefs that make the area ideal for training dives.
The bay is frequented by protected sea turtles — divers are asked not to chase or touch wildlife and to use reef-safe products to reduce impact.
AQUANAUT DIVING SCHOOL operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step off the sand and the Mediterranean answers immediately — warm water folding around your ankles, the shoreline of Green Bay (Turtle Bay) lapping like a welcome. The dive school sits literally a step from the sea: no vans, no heavy gear, just a short theory briefing and then you slip under a cobalt surface where sunlight strings itself over rock and sand.
You step off the sand and the Mediterranean answers immediately — warm water folding around your ankles, the shoreline of Green Bay (Turtle Bay) lapping like a welcome. The dive school sits literally a step from the sea: no vans, no heavy gear, just a short theory briefing and then you slip under a cobalt surface where sunlight strings itself over rock and sand.
This stretch of coastline east of Protaras grew from fishing hamlets into a dive hub through the late 20th century; limestone shelves and pocket reefs carved by waves now host sponges and statues that attract beginner divers. Geology here is compact limestone and shallow shelf, which makes it ideal for controlled training dives and wildlife encounters — especially the resident loggerhead turtles that give the bay its popular name.
You’ll start at 9:45 with 20–25 minutes of classroom basics, then two guided shallow dives: an introductory 5 m dive (40–45 minutes) followed by a safari-style dive to about 10 m (40–45 minutes). Instructors provide full scuba equipment, surface support, and underwater photos and video, plus free pick-up in air-conditioned vehicles.
Practical notes: bring swimwear, a towel, and reef-safe sunscreen; eat lightly before diving and hydrate well. Disclose medical conditions in advance — this discovery course isn’t certified diving but is run to strict safety standards and isn’t recommended for pregnant people or those with serious heart or spinal conditions. Expect close fish life, occasional turtles, clear visibility, and calm, beginner-friendly conditions — a compact, confidence-building introduction to the underwater world of Cyprus.