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Laboe

3.9 — based on 18 community signals
4.5 12 species 54 contributors

Laboe is a year-round dive destination in Cyprus located within a marine protected area, offering healthy coral conditions and diverse marine life.

⭐ Best for beginners.

🐢 MPA · θαλάσσια προστατευόμενη περιοχ… updated 4 months ago
Difficulty
Beginner
Beginner-friendly

At a glance

Activity
dive
Difficulty
beginner
Depth
?–17.5 m
Best months
Year-round

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Conditions today

Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
4.6 kn
Wave
1.14 m
Water
27.4°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: W (30%)
Now: NW (324°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.33m

Next: High at 02:00 (-0.36m)

+-0.3 m-0.7 m
▲ 02:00 · -0.36m ▼ 11:00 · -0.46m ▲ 18:00 · -0.45m ▲ 01:00 · -0.43m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV7 · high Air PM2.58 · good 06:35 18:51
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 8.6 1.14 7 0mm
09-20 8.5 0.66 7 0mm
09-21 7.3 0.62 7 0mm
09-22 7.7 0.66 7 0mm
09-23 9.3 0.84 7 0mm
09-24 10 1.28 7 0mm
09-25 6.7 1.02 7 0mm

About this spot

Laboe sits in a designated marine protected area off Cyprus, making it a conservation-focused dive spot. The site benefits from strong environmental protections that help maintain healthy coral ecosystems with no signs of bleaching stress. Twelve species observations have been documented at the site, giving divers a good sense of what to expect underwater. The spot attracts divers year-round, suggesting consistent conditions across seasons. Local dive operators know the site well, and community videos are available online to help you preview the underwater environment before booking. The marine protected area status means the dive is part of a larger conservation effort, which typically supports stable wildlife populations and healthy seabed conditions. Laboe works as a dive destination for divers seeking a responsible, protected marine environment. The documented species diversity and available video content suggest the site delivers reliable encounters. Whether you're planning a single dive or a multi-day trip to Cyprus, Laboe's year-round accessibility and protected status make it a solid choice for exploring Mediterranean marine life.

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Best months

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Dive types

Reef

Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type G · 240V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 3214km · ~739kg · €13

FAQ

Can I dive Laboe year-round?

Yes. Laboe is diveable throughout the year, so you can plan a trip any time that suits your schedule.

What marine life will I see?

Twelve species have been documented at Laboe. Watch the community videos online to see specific animals and habitats divers encounter there.

Is this a protected area?

Yes. Laboe sits within a marine protected area. This status helps preserve coral health and fish populations, and diving is allowed within local regulations.

Are the corals healthy?

Laboe shows no signs of coral bleaching stress, indicating good environmental conditions for both marine life and divers.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

CyDive

5.3 km
Dive centre
Hours: 08:00-18:30

Freedom Divers

8.6 km
Dive centre

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Scuba Paphos Cyprus - Wreck Laboe

Kevin lenaghan

The wreck of Laboe /Cyprus/ Krisztian Kato/ Deep Dive

krisztian kato

The wreck of Laboe diving spot

PAFOS REGION
wind peaks Mar-Feb-May, calmest Dec-Oct-Nov, dry Jan-Dec.

5-year monthly climate

60 samples
0 5 10 15 20 25 JFMAMJJASOND
p25–p75 range Median Wind (kn) Air (°C)
Visibility (month-by-month)
Best: Jul (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (97/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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