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Two guided dives on the Zenobia—one of the world’s top wrecks—explore stern trucks, bow compartments and optional penetrations to 30 m. This full-day boat trip includes gear and transport and requires Advanced certification.
Two guided dives on the Zenobia—one of the world’s top wrecks—explore stern trucks, bow compartments and optional penetrations to 30 m. This full-day boat trip includes gear and transport and requires Advanced certification.
Salt stings the air as the taxi boat slips away from Larnaca's pier and the hull of the Zenobia rises in the dive briefing like a submerged city waiting for you.
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Operated by Nautilus Scuba Diving Centre · Larnaca, Larnaca District
Salt stings the air as the taxi boat slips away from Larnaca's pier and the hull of the Zenobia rises in the dive briefing like a submerged city waiting for you.
This two-dive boat trip targets the rear and fore sections of the Zenobia, an 8,000-ton Ro-Ro ferry that sank in 1980 and now rests in the clear Mediterranean at depths to 30 m. The first dive follows the stern—propeller, rudder and exposed trucks—while the second explores the bow and offers optional, controlled penetration of accommodation areas: cafeteria, wheelhouse and lifeboat banks.
Geology here is simple and stark: flat seabed of sand and scattered seafloor rock creates excellent visibility and stable thermoclines in summer. Culturally, the wreck is part of Cyprus diving lore—an accidental artificial reef that transformed an industrial loss into a dive destination that supports local dive operators and eco-tourism.
Expect a 6-hour outing: pickup, kit-up at the dive center, two guided dives to 30 m, and surface intervals on the boat. Equipment, private transport and guide are included; lunch may be available depending on the day’s taxi boat.
Practical guidance: this trip is for competent divers only—Advanced certification and recent experience within 12 months are required. Check your weights, confirm nitrox availability if needed, and arrive hydrated and well-rested. Watch for currents on descent and follow your guide for any penetration—use reels and redundant lights. Cancel at least 24 hours in bad weather or if you don’t meet health/qualification requirements.
challenging.
6 hours.
Moderate to strong fitness—comfortable with repeated descents to 30 m and managing equipment in boat operations
Yes—this trip requires Advanced certification or equivalent and the ability to dive to 30 m; operators will confirm experience before departure.
Yes—use of scuba equipment is included, though you may bring personal items like masks, computers and lights for comfort.
No—this is not suitable for beginners; the depth, potential currents and optional penetration require experienced divers.
Lunch may be included depending on the taxi boat available that day; confirm at booking and bring snacks for the surface interval.
The Zenobia sank in 1980 while heavily laden with trucks and became an artificial reef and one of the Mediterranean’s most celebrated wreck dives.
Divers are encouraged to avoid touching the wreck to preserve fragile structures and local operators run briefings on low-impact practices to protect marine life.
Nautilus Scuba Diving Centre operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Salt stings the air as the taxi boat slips away from Larnaca's pier and the hull of the Zenobia rises in the dive briefing like a submerged city waiting for you.
Salt stings the air as the taxi boat slips away from Larnaca's pier and the hull of the Zenobia rises in the dive briefing like a submerged city waiting for you.
This two-dive boat trip targets the rear and fore sections of the Zenobia, an 8,000-ton Ro-Ro ferry that sank in 1980 and now rests in the clear Mediterranean at depths to 30 m. The first dive follows the stern—propeller, rudder and exposed trucks—while the second explores the bow and offers optional, controlled penetration of accommodation areas: cafeteria, wheelhouse and lifeboat banks.
Geology here is simple and stark: flat seabed of sand and scattered seafloor rock creates excellent visibility and stable thermoclines in summer. Culturally, the wreck is part of Cyprus diving lore—an accidental artificial reef that transformed an industrial loss into a dive destination that supports local dive operators and eco-tourism.
Expect a 6-hour outing: pickup, kit-up at the dive center, two guided dives to 30 m, and surface intervals on the boat. Equipment, private transport and guide are included; lunch may be available depending on the day’s taxi boat.
Practical guidance: this trip is for competent divers only—Advanced certification and recent experience within 12 months are required. Check your weights, confirm nitrox availability if needed, and arrive hydrated and well-rested. Watch for currents on descent and follow your guide for any penetration—use reels and redundant lights. Cancel at least 24 hours in bad weather or if you don’t meet health/qualification requirements.