Akamas Peninsula & Latchi · Cyprus · Wall
Aphrodite's Rock
Turtles at a volcanic rock during mating season
A large volcanic rock on the Akamas coast whose sides fall straight to the sand, making a short, shallow wall dive. It makes a relaxing second dive of the day, and turtles visit during the mating season.
0Where it is and how deep
No published position for this site — the map shows Akamas Peninsula & Latchi and its other sites; operators know the mooring.
The dive
The rock goes straight down to the sand, and the dive follows its face at no more than 10 m. It makes a relaxing second dive, and turtles are often spotted here during the mating season.
Marine life and season
- Sea turtles
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fair | Fair | Fair | Fair | Good | Good | Prime | Prime | Prime | Good | Good | Good |
Season follows Akamas Peninsula & Latchi: July to September brings the warmest sea; January to April is the coolest stretch, near 17 °C.
Sources
- Dive Sites, Akamas Peninsula with Latchi Dive Centre — Latchi Dive Centre
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