Odyssey Boat Safari from Larnaca: Zenobia Wreck, Pirate Caves & Cape Greco Cruise

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Difficulty

moderate

Duration

5 hours

Fitness Level

Moderate fitness; able to climb steps on/off the boat, swim short distances, and handle brief standing periods on deck.

Overview

A five-hour coastal cruise from Larnaca that blends the underwater drama of the Zenobia wreck with cliff swims, sea caves, and a view of Cape Greco. Expect snorkeling stops, a Cypriot BBQ, and a practical taste of Cyprus’s coastline.

Odyssey Boat Safari from Larnaca: Zenobia Wreck, Pirate Caves & Cape Greco Cruise

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Date

Mon, Nov 24

Travelers

You step off the marble quay into a morning that smells of diesel and salt—Larnaca Marina framed by low white buildings, fishermen sorting nets, and a boat that already hums with the promise of offshore discovery. The Odyssey slips away from the harbor with a practiced ease. In an hour the shore becomes a thin line; the first stop is the Zenobia, a cargo ferry now arrested beneath clear blue water, its steel ribs home to schools of fish and the occasional curious diver.

Adventure Tips

Book morning departures

Morning light and calmer seas make for better visibility at the Zenobia and easier snorkeling; later departures can be windier.

Bring reef‑safe sunscreen

The area has sensitive marine life—use reef‑safe SPF and reapply after swimming to protect corals and turtles.

Pack a snorkel mask

Snorkel gear improves your chance to see the Zenobia’s shallows and the Pirate Caves without waiting for rental lines.

Prepare for coach return

The trip ends in Protaras with a coach back to Larnaca—keep any valuables and seasick meds with you for the transfer.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Osprey and other sea eagles
Loggerhead sea turtles (Caretta caretta)

History

The Zenobia sank in 1980 on her maiden voyage and has since become one of the Mediterranean’s most visited wrecks, drawing divers and marine researchers.