Amphora Cave: A Submerged Historical Dive

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Dive into history at Amphora Cave in Yeroskipou, Cyprus, where ancient Roman artifacts meet vibrant Mediterranean marine life.

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Explore the underwater Amphora Cave off the coast of Yeroskipou, Cyprus, a unique dive site where ancient history meets vibrant marine life. Discover the cave's namesake amphorae, Roman-era ceramic jars embedded in the cave's ceiling, alongside diverse Mediterranean sea life.

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PCFP+3Q, Yeroskipou, CY
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Know before you go

Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring Amphora Cave.

Bring an underwater camera to capture the unique blend of historical artifacts and marine life.
Consider a night dive to witness nocturnal sea creatures emerging from their hiding places.
Dive with a certified operator familiar with the site for a safe and enjoyable experience.
Check sea conditions before your trip, as visibility can vary.
Combine your dive with a visit to Yeroskipou to sample local delicacies like loukoumia.

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Getting There

Boat

Amphora Cave is primarily accessed by boat due to its offshore location. Most dive operators depart from Paphos Harbour, which is approximately a 15-20 minute drive from Yeroskipou. Several diving centers offer trips to Amphora Cave, typically including equipment rental and guidance. The boat trip to the dive site takes around 10-25 minutes, depending on the operator and sea conditions. Prices for a diving trip to Amphora Cave typically range from €40-€70, including equipment rental. Confirm the exact meeting point and departure time with your chosen dive operator.

Discover more about Amphora Cave

Amphora Cave, located just off the coast of Yeroskipou, Cyprus, offers a captivating blend of natural beauty and historical intrigue for divers and snorkelers of all skill levels. This underwater site is renowned for its network of caves and swim-throughs. The cave's name comes from the ancient amphorae that adorn the ceiling of one of its chambers. These ceramic jars, once used for storing and transporting goods like wine and oil during the Roman era, became embedded in the cave roof over centuries due to seabed movements. A team of American archaeologists investigated the site and believe the decorative roof is due to movement of the sea bed. This natural process has transformed the cave into a living museum, where history and marine life intertwine. The diving experience at Amphora Cave is characterized by calm waters and excellent visibility, often exceeding 20 meters. The cave is relatively shallow, with depths ranging from 5 to 12 meters, making it suitable for beginner divers and snorkelers. The mostly sandy, flat surface of the site offers an experience of cave with reef and offers plenty of natural light. Divers can witness a different side of the underwater world as nocturnal creatures emerge from their hiding places. Marine life to spot includes bream, damselfish, hermit crabs, moray eels, octopi and wrasse. At the deepest part of the dive are meadows of Posidonia seagrass where pearly razorfish in iridescent gold and red tones make their home, and sometimes stingray, whilst scorpionfish hide among the seaweed.