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Aphrodite Rock

Paphos, Cyprus
★ 4.0 (1 review)
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All levels

Shallow volcanic wall dive, famous for turtles in season.

- Access
7m Avg Depth
10m Max Depth

About this dive site

This dive site is a unique location featuring a large volcanic rock formation that descends directly to the sandy bottom. The maximum depth here is 10 meters, offering a shallow wall dive suitable for beginners and experienced divers alike. Locals tell a charming legend: swimming around the rock three times is said to bring the next person you meet your true love! Turtles are frequently observed during their mating season, adding to the site’s appeal. It's often enjoyed as a relaxing second dive after exploring nearby reefs.

Diving Freediving Snorkeling

Site Ratings

Big Marine Life Good
Macro Marine Life Very Good
Landscape Quality Excellent
Water Visibility Very Good Viz
Famousness Well Known

Plan Your Visit

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Marine Life

Ornate wrasseRainbow wrasseTwo-banded seabreamDamselfishMediterranean moray eelCommon octopus

Things to Note

Difficulty:

All levels

Shallow maximum depth of 10 meters is safe for all divers.

Hazards:
boat traffic
Current Strength:

Mild

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