Protaras & Cape Greko: Guided Local Dives for Certified Divers

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.

Step-by-step itinerary

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

The experience

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.

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.

Options for this experience

2 options

A single dive led by a local guideGuide in English · 08:45 and 13:30Duration: 2 hours: A single local guided dive, open only to certified or licensed divers. Every piece of equipment is provided. Pickup is included.

Two dives led by a local guideGuide in English · 08:45Duration: 4 hours: Two local guided dives, open only to certified or licensed divers (09:00-13:30). All equipment is provided. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:45 and 13:30

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (10 to 17 years) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupUp to 4

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and Dutch

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Dutch.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (10 to 17 years). Children under 10 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

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.