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White Stars

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

White Stars is a year-round dive site in Cyprus with 12 recorded species observations and healthy coral status.

⭐ Best for intermediate divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Conditions

Open-Meteo
Wind
4 kn
Wave
1.14 m
Water
27.8°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: W (30%)
Now: NNW (331°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.33m

Next: High at 02:00 (-0.35m)

+-0.3 m-0.6 m
▲ 02:00 · -0.35m ▼ 11:00 · -0.45m ▲ 18:00 · -0.44m ▲ 01:00 · -0.42m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV7 · high Air PM2.59 · good 06:35 18:51
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 8.6 1.16 7 0mm
09-20 8.5 0.66 7 0mm
09-21 7.3 0.62 7 0mm
09-22 7.7 0.68 7 0mm
09-23 9.3 0.88 7 0mm
09-24 10 1.36 7 0mm
09-25 6.7 1.04 7 0mm

About this spot

White Stars is a Cyprus dive destination open to exploration throughout the year. The site has documented marine life across 12 species observations, giving divers insight into what to expect beneath the surface. Three community videos are available online, offering visual reference before your visit. The dive area shows no signs of coral bleaching stress, indicating a stable reef environment. This makes White Stars a reliable choice for divers planning trips to Cyprus at any time of year. The absence of marine protected area designation means standard Cyprus diving regulations apply. Local dive operations in Cyprus can provide current conditions, depth details, and difficulty assessments before you book. Community footage and species records suggest diverse marine life encounters are possible here. Your dive operator will brief you on seasonal variations and site-specific conditions on the day of your dive.

📖 Guide: Diving in Cyprus: 20 Sites from Wrecks to Walls

Best months

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

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 ↔ 3211km · ~739kg · €13

FAQ

When is the best time to dive White Stars?

White Stars is diveable year-round. Cyprus offers warm Mediterranean waters in summer and milder conditions in winter. Check with local operators for seasonal current and visibility reports before booking.

What depth and difficulty level is White Stars?

Specific depth and difficulty data for White Stars are not publicly documented. Contact a local Cyprus dive operator for detailed site briefings, depth ranges, and skill requirements before your dive.

What marine life will I see at White Stars?

Twelve species observations have been recorded at White Stars, and three community videos document marine encounters. The site shows healthy coral status with no bleaching stress, supporting diverse reef life. Ask your operator for current species sightings.

Do I need permits to dive White Stars?

White Stars is not inside a marine protected area, so standard Cyprus diving regulations apply. Book through an established local operator who handles all required permits and safety briefings.

Operators near this spot

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

CyDive

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

Abyss Dive Center

8.9 km
Dive centre

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See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

Perfect day to scuba, White Star wreck.

Nektarios Tournavitis

Diving with Cydive, White star Wreck

Nektarios Tournavitis

Strong swell dive Cyprus Paphos Vera K and White Star Wrecks Oct 16

Splendid Stuff
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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