Diving the Baths of Aphrodite Coast

Site Overview

Baths of Aphrodite is a wall, reef dive site in undefined, Cyprus, set in the open Mediterranean waters off Latchi. The Baths of Aphrodite is the famous spring above the waterline, and the surrounding Akamas coastline offers steep walls, sea fans and lobster for divers. The site reaches a maximum depth of 30 m with an average around 20 m, and the typical profile suits intermediate divers holding at least an Advanced Open Water certification. Conditions are typical of the Cypriot coast: visibility generally runs from 20 to 40 metres, the current is mild, and the water temperature ranges between 16 and 28 degrees Celsius with moderate surge exposure. The marine community is centred on Red Gorgonian, Violet Sea Fan, European Lobster, Greater Amberjack, with the full species list detailed below for those planning a dive. It pairs a celebrated mythic landmark with a scenic wall dive of gorgonians, sea fans and lobster. Because of its intermediate rating and the need for an Advanced Open Water certification, Baths of Aphrodite is best approached with the right thermal protection and, where relevant, appropriate specialist training. It is a representative example of why Cypriot diving, with its wrecks, reefs, caves and gorgonian walls, attracts divers who want Mediterranean life and history in equal measure, and it pairs easily with the other sites of the undefined region for a varied holiday.