Yellow Fins Scuba Centre

Located in Protaras on the eastern coast of Cyprus, Yellow Fins Scuba Centre serves as a dedicated base for divers looking to explore the Mediterranean. The centre is situated near Ayia Napa, providing easy access to some of the region's most popular diving locations.

You can choose to dive directly from the shore or head out on the water for more open-water excursions. The diving here spans a wide range of depths, from shallow coastal areas to deeper sites reaching 45 metres.

The centre is run by a team of enthusiasts who transitioned from the corporate world to professional diving. This background contributes to a professional yet friendly atmosphere throughout your training or excursions.

Instruction is provided by experienced professionals, including Polish-speaking instructors. To ensure a focused and safe environment, the centre maintains a strict ratio of no more than 3 to 4 divers per guide.

Yellow Fins Scuba Centre is an SSI affiliated centre, offering a full range of courses from the initial SSI Try Scuba experience through to Open Water Diver certifications. They also provide training under the PADI curriculum.

For those looking for more advanced skills, the centre supports various certification levels. They also offer the convenience of online training to help you prepare for your practical sessions.

The centre provides a variety of services for those looking to dive without carrying their own kit. You can rent a full set of equipment or select individual items like fins, masks, or wetsuits.

For those staying in the surrounding areas, the centre offers transport from hotels in the Ayia Napa and Protaras zones directly to the dive site.

The marine life around Protaras is diverse, with sightings of loggerhead sea turtles (Caretta caretta) being a highlight for many divers. You will also encounter various local fish species and groupers.

On the seabed and among the rocks, you can find moray eels and various types of eels. The presence of devil firefish and various local fish schools adds movement to the underwater landscape.

For those interested in macro life, the area hosts various nudibranchs and other small organisms that require a closer look.

The diving in this region is characterized by visibility that can reach up to 40 metres. The environment is suitable for a wide range of divers, from those training in shallow bays to those exploring deeper waters.