Diving Paphos | Vera K & Cynthiana Wrecks and Southwest Cyprus Reefs

About Paphos (South-West)

Paphos anchors the southwest of Cyprus and blends archaeology, easy reefs and a pair of accessible wrecks into one of the island’s most well-rounded dive regions. The star draws are the Vera K and Cynthiana wrecks, both purpose-sunk in recreational depths and now home to snapper, moray eels and resident groupers. Just off the harbour, the Amphorae Reef preserves scattered ancient pottery from antiquity, a genuine archaeological dive among moray eels and octopus. The coastline then turns wild: St. George’s Island (Geronisos) drops into gorgonian walls where amberjack and tuna cruise and the rare monk seal may appear, while Coral Bay, The Caves and the Paphos Aquarium Reef offer shallow, photographic and training-friendly dives. Paphos is also a UNESCO World Heritage city of mosaics and a comfortable base with an international airport, making it an easy region for families, photographers and history-minded divers alike.

Highlights

• ✓Vera K and Cynthiana wrecks: two accessible artificial reefs in 12-30 m
• ✓Amphorae Reef: scattered ancient amphorae and pottery off Paphos harbour
• ✓St. George’s Island (Geronisos): gorgonian walls with amberjack, tuna and monk seals
• ✓The Caves (Paphos): caverns and swim-throughs with light beams and glassfish
• ✓Coral Bay and the Paphos Aquarium Reef: shallow, training-friendly macro dives

Getting There

Fly into Larnaca (LCA) or Paphos (PFO) international airports, then drive to Paphos city. A rental car is the most flexible way to reach the harbours and dive boats, and most centres run hotel transfers.