Introdive to Scuba Diving at the Fascinating Zenobia Wreck Site. Discover the thrill of scuba diving on the ultimate beginners diving adventure. This cruise includes snorkelling, feeding the fish and an introductory diving session of up to 25 minutes deep diving at the wreck site with a qualified instructor. The Zenobia wreck dive is one of the best in the world due to it's size, depth, visibility and the water conditions. The wreck lies just a few minutes boat journey from the shore near Larnaca and is home to an abundance of sea life.
Available on Thursdays from April onwards. Please book at least 2 days in advance.
Highlights:
Diving Adventure at Zenobia is available on Thursdays from April onwards.
This immersive Zenobia experience is the perfect way to discover the underwater world at this world famous wreck site in Larnaca Bay.
On board the M/V Queen Zenobia, this is a specialised diving cruise with expertly trained staff and dive professionals.
Arriving at the wreck site, you have the opportunity to snorkel over the wreck and to feed the fish, which is an unforgettable experience.
If you would like to try Scuba diving, you can then take the introductory diving course with a qualified dive professional. This underwater adventure last around 20-25 minutes and will ensure you feel at ease taking your first deep dip with a safe and enjoyable diving experience.
Take time to swim amongst the vibrant marine life that have made this wreck their home. This beginner-friendly cruise is also highly educational, allowing you to learn about this unique marine environment whilst building confidence ion your diving skills.
The Zenobia Wreck is a unique diving experience. There's nothing like it anywhere else in the world. In 1980 the Zenobia was on her maiden voyage from Sweden to Syria loaded with agricultural machinery.
On route she experienced steering issues caused by the electronic ballast system, the mechanics worked on the issue believing it was fixed but as the Zenobia reached a routine stop in Larnaca the fault reoccurred. The ship began to list to 45 degrees so the decision was made to to tow the vessel out of the harbour. She was towed just 1500M out of Larnaca harbour and on the 5th of June the captain made the decision to remove all crew from the Vessel. In the early hours of 7th of June 1980 the Zenobia capsized taking her estimated £200 million worth of cargo down with her to the seabed.
MV Zenobia now lies on her port side on the seabed at 42M. This epic wreck offers something for all levels of divers from novice wreck divers who can comfortably explore the shallower external parts of the wreck. To seasoned wreck and technical divers who will be spoilt for places to explore on this iconic dive.
This trip is 4.5 hours long and is the best way to experience this fascinating historical site.
Pick up is included from all Ayia Napa areas and Protaras / Pernera / Kapparis areas and Larnaca. Return transport back after the trip is also included.
Pick up will be from designated pick up points around the resort. Your nearest pick up point may be a few minutes walk from your hotel. Your exact pick up location and time will be advised upon confirmation.
Please be waiting at the pick up point before the time stated in case the bus is running early.
The cruise departs from Larnaca Marina
Transport from Ayia Napa, Protaras and Larnaca to the marina is included in your ticket.
Pick ups start in Ayia Napa at 07.30 and Protaras at 07.00.
4.5 hour diving cruise on the M/V Queen Zenobia
Return transport from your hotel in Ayia Napa, Protaras or Larnaca.
Diving Instructor
Lunch
Coffee, tea and water
Full equipment
Cylinders and weights
M/V Queen Zenobia has a capacity for 80 passengers and is 24 metres in length. It has 3 decks and a cruising speed of 12 knots.
On board facilities include toilets, kitchen, shower, bar, tv, music system, WIFI, sun loungers, first aid kit and defibrillator.
It also has all the essential facilities for divers comfort and safety including an air compressor, oxygen, cylinders, weights and a highly qualified crew, including a medic/first aider and Dan-certified team.
Additional drinks and snacks (payable from the bar on board)
This boat is not wheelchair accessible.
Non-divers are welcome on board as passengers.
Children are welcome on board as passengers under their parents/guardians supervision.
You will be required to complete a health questionnaire before you dive.
You must leave at least 12 hours between diving and flying
Pick up from hotels in Ayia Napa and Protaras areas is included, as well as Larnaca hotel region.
Itinerary of this activity is subject to change without prior notice due to weather conditions or reasons beyond our control.
All indicated times are approximate and subject to change.
To scuba dive safely, you must be in good general health and not be extremely overweight. Your respiratory and circulatory systems and body air spaces, such as your sinuses, must be normal and healthy. Pregnant women and people with heart trouble, a current cold or congestion, epilepsy, active asthma, a severe medical problem, or who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, should not dive. If taking prescription medication, consult your doctor before participating in this program and if possible obtain a doctor’s note to say you are fit to scuba dive.
If you arrive for your scuba diving session under the influence of alcohol your dive will be cancelled and you will not receive a refund.
You will not be able to dive if you have any of the following conditions: ear infection, ear disease, hearing loss or problems with balance, a history of ear or sinus surgery, cold, congestion, sinusitis or bronchitis, a history of respiratory problems, severe attacks of hay fever or allergies, or lung disease, a collapsed lung (pneumothorax) or history of chest surgery, active asthma or history of emphysema or tuberculosis, currently taking medication that carries a warning about any impairment of your physical or mental abilities, behavioural health, mental or psychological problems or a nervous system disorder, are you or could you be pregnant, over 45 and have a family history of heart attack or stroke, a history of colostomy, heart disease or heart attack, heart surgery or blood vessel surgery, high blood pressure, angina, or take medication to control blood pressure, bleeding or other blood disorders, diabetes, seizures, blackouts or fainting, convulsions or epilepsy or take medications to prevent them, back, arm or leg problems following an injury, fracture or surgery, fear of closed or open spaces or panic attacks (claustrophobia or agoraphobia).
This boat sails from Larnaca Marina. Transport to the harbour is included from hotels that are further than 10 minutes walk from the marina.
The boat trip departs at 09.00am. Passengers should arrive at the harbour at least 15 minutes before departure.