Diving the Three Lanes Wreck (Famagusta)

Site Overview

Three Lanes Wreck (Famagusta) is a wreck, artificial-reef dive site in undefined, Cyprus, set in the open Mediterranean waters off Famagusta. The Three Lanes Wreck is a 60 m cargo vessel scuttled as an artificial reef off Famagusta and now lying in 18-30 m, penetrable and busy with schooling fish. The site reaches a maximum depth of 30 m with an average around 24 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 18 to 35 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 European Barracuda, Leerfish (Amberjack), Dusky Grouper, Lionfish (invasive), with the full species list detailed below for those planning a dive. It is a popular North Cyprus wreck where barracuda, jack and groupers gather around the structure. Because of its intermediate rating and the need for an Advanced Open Water certification, Three Lanes Wreck (Famagusta) 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.