Diving Golden Beach (Karpaz)

Site Overview

Golden Beach (Karpaz) is a reef, sand dive site in undefined, Cyprus, set in the sheltered nearshore waters off Dipkarpaz. Golden Beach is a long, pristine sandy slope at the far north of the Karpaz Peninsula, one of the most unspoiled and remote dive sites in Cyprus. The site reaches a maximum depth of 14 m with an average around 9 m, and the typical profile suits beginner divers holding at least an Open Water certification. Conditions are typical of the Cypriot coast: visibility generally runs from 15 to 30 metres, the current is mild, and the water temperature ranges between 16 and 28 degrees Celsius with low surge exposure. The marine community is centred on Common Stingray, Garden Eel, Green Sea Turtle, Two-banded Seabream, with the full species list detailed below for those planning a dive. It is a tranquil, untouched shore dive where stingrays and garden eels dot the pristine sand. Because of its beginner rating and the need for an Open Water certification, Golden Beach (Karpaz) 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.