Protaras & Cape Greko: Guided Local Dives for Certified Divers

Summary

Green Bay turtles, easy entries and Cyprus caves in calm blue

You’ll slip into Cyprus’ clear water with all scuba gear provided, choose from sites like Green Bay or DeCosta Bay with a local guide who keeps things relaxed—and maybe spot turtles or moray eels along the way. After surfacing, share stories over coffee while checking out your underwater photos. You’ll remember how easy it felt to get back in.

What’s the experience like?

We were already halfway into our wetsuits when I realized how much I’d missed this—the faint rubbery smell, that nervous energy before a dive. The Poseidon team in Protaras made it feel like we were just friends getting ready for a swim, not ticking off paperwork (though yes, there’s some of that). Our guide, Andreas, chatted with us about which dive site would suit us best—he didn’t rush it. I liked that. We settled on Green Bay because I hadn’t dived for months and honestly, my confidence needed a soft landing.

The entry was almost too easy—just a gentle walk in over sand, no scrambling over rocks or awkward stumbles. Water was glassy and warm enough that you forget the outside world after the first few breaths through the regulator. Fish darted around us; Andreas pointed out a wrasse I’d never seen before (I nodded like I knew what it was). At one point he signaled “turtle” and sure enough—there it was, gliding past like it had somewhere better to be. You could hear your own bubbles echoing back from the rocks.

I tried to say “thank you” in Greek when we got back—Andreas laughed and handed me tea anyway. We sat around flipping through photos from the dive (somehow my mask always looks crooked) and filled out our logbooks together. It felt casual but also kind of special? Maybe it’s just being underwater again after so long. Anyway, if you’re looking for a local guided dive around Protaras or Cape Greko—especially if you’re rusty or want an easy entry—this is probably your spot. Still thinking about that turtle.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Local guided dive for certified divers

• Complete paperwork and medical form
• Assemble and try on dive equipment
• Choose suitable dive site
• Attend dive briefing
• Depart for the dive
• Return to dive centre
• Enjoy refreshments and complete log books
• View dive photos

Top questions

Do I need to be certified to join these local guided dives?

Yes, these dives are only for certified or licensed divers.

Which dive sites are available near Protaras?

Sites include Green Bay, Green Bay 2, DeCosta Bay, Crystal Cove, Kaliva, Konnos Point and The Caves.

Is equipment included in the price?

Yes, all scuba equipment is included for your dive.

Can I do more than one dive in a day?

You can choose an optional second dive after your first guided dive.

Are refreshments provided after the dive?

Coffee and tea are served at the dive center after returning from your dive.

What’s special about Green Bay as a dive site?

Green Bay offers easy entry/exit and is ideal for those needing a refresh or less physical entry.

Is public transportation available nearby?

Yes, there are public transportation options near the Poseidon Dive Centre.

Can beginners join this tour?

This activity is only for certified/licensed divers; beginners should look for Discover Scuba options instead.

What’s included

Your day includes all SCUBA equipment needed for the guided local dives around Protaras and Cape Greko, plus coffee or tea afterwards at the center. Photos taken during your underwater adventure are shared with you while you fill out your logbook together before heading off refreshed—and maybe still grinning about what you saw down there.