Dive The Zenobia Wreck
Wreck diving on the Zenobia, off Larnaca.
Explore one of the world's most famous wrecks in crystal-clear Mediterranean water. Small groups, flexible profiles and support for recreational, technical and CCR divers.
Exploring The Zenobia
The Zenobia is not famous only because it is big. It is famous because every dive can show a different part of it, from trucks and cargo decks to blue-lit interiors, propellers and deep technical routes.
She lies on her side in clear water off Larnaca. All 172 metres of her open up: huge cargo decks, towering hull sections and blue-water views that make every descent feel new.
Why The Zenobia Wreck Is One Of The Best Dives In The World
The Zenobia is famous for a reason. Its sheer scale, its cargo decks frozen in time and the range of routes mean divers at every level keep coming back, dive after dive.
Massive 172m Wreck
One of the largest accessible wreck dives in the world, with enough scale to keep repeated dives interesting.
Trucks & Cargo Decks
Cargo trucks, trailers, staircases, cafeterias and huge deck spaces give the wreck a signature few sites can match.
Recreational To CCR
The site works for guided outside dives, for advanced technical routes and for long CCR runtimes.
Mediterranean Clarity
Good visibility and a long season let you actually see the scale of the wreck, in a way colder, darker wrecks never do.
What Can You See Inside The Zenobia Wreck?
From cargo trucks and eerie interiors to the massive propeller and shafts of light, every part of the Zenobia tells a different story. Here is a closer look at what you will see.
Cargo Trucks Frozen In Time
Explore the cargo decks, still loaded with trucks, trailers and vehicles. They are what makes the Zenobia recognisable to wreck divers anywhere.
Bridge & Interior Spaces
Corridors, staircases, cabins and the bridge structure are the parts of the wreck most divers remember afterwards.
The Massive Propeller
One of the most photographed parts of the wreck. The propeller gives the site its classic big-wreck drama.
Open Decks & Wreck Structure
Glide along the outside superstructure, the railings and the open decks, as the full scale of the 172-metre ferry opens up around you in the blue.
Ambient Light Penetration
Sunbeams pour through the big openings and give the best light on the wreck, which matters for photography and for coming back again.
Exploring The Zenobia
Zenobia feels expansive because it combines decks, cargo, machinery, interior lines and open blue-water perspectives in one site.
Why Dive Zenobia With GoToDive
The wreck is the same for everyone. What changes the day is small groups, local knowledge and careful planning. That is what our team brings to every Zenobia dive.
Small Groups
Smaller groups mean more attention, clearer briefings and a calmer dive.
Local Wreck Knowledge
Diving the Zenobia regularly means we know the routes, the visibility, the light, the entries and which parts suit each diver.
Technical Diving Support
Twinsets, sidemount, deco procedures, gas planning and advanced wreck profiles are supported for qualified divers.
Flexible Dive Plans
From a first guided outside dive to deep technical or CCR goals, we match the plan to your rating and what you want.
Zenobia Diving For Every Experience Level
The Zenobia is not one fixed dive. It offers different routes and styles, depending on your rating and your rig, from guided outside dives to deep technical and CCR.
Recreational Divers
A strong match for Advanced Open Water divers. With a guide, you explore the outside of the wreck, the cargo areas and the easier upper sections.
- Advanced Open Water recommended
- Shallow wreck routes
- Exterior exploration
- Strong visibility
Technical Divers
For divers with the right ratings, the Zenobia opens into deeper sections, routes inside, decompression profiles and far more complex goals.
- Twinsets & stages
- Decompression dives
- Deep penetration
- Advanced planning
CCR Divers
Quiet diving, long runtimes and deeper routes in the ambient light make the Zenobia one of the Mediterranean's strongest CCR wrecks.
- CCR-friendly logistics
- Long runtime exploration
- Deep wreck routes
- Technical support available
What A Typical Zenobia Dive Day Looks Like
Here is what a typical Zenobia day feels like. You rig your gear, ride out, descend and dive. Then a second dive often shows a completely different part of the wreck.
Meet & Equipment Setup
Rig your gear, analyse your gases, go over your goals and confirm the plan before we leave.
Boat Departure
A short boat ride takes the team directly to the Zenobia wreck site near Larnaca.
Detailed Dive Briefing
We go over the routes, the depths, how far inside you go, the navigation, the emergency drills and the goals, all before you get in.
Descend Onto The Wreck
Follow the line down into the blue, as the shape of the Zenobia appears and the scale of her becomes real.
Explore The Wreck
Depending on the plan, explore the trucks, the cargo decks, the propellers, the marine life, the swim-throughs or the deeper sections.
Surface Interval & Second Dive
A second dive often shows a completely different part of the site. That is part of why the Zenobia never gets old.
Technical Support & Diving Configurations
Whether you want a relaxed guided dive or a serious technical project, our team supports every rig: twinsets, sidemount, nitrox, trimix and CCR.
Twinsets & Sidemount
Support for backmount twinset and sidemount divers exploring deeper sections and harder routes.
Nitrox & Trimix
We match your gas planning and blends to your rating, your profile and your goal for the dive.
CCR Friendly
The Zenobia rewards long CCR runtimes, with quieter diving, deeper routes and more time to actually enjoy the wreck.
Dive Planning
Decompression planning, bailout logic, how far you go inside and route clarity all matter far more here than on a reef.
Zenobia By The Numbers
The numbers tell the story of why the Zenobia is so special. Its length, its depth, its cargo, and Mediterranean conditions that keep it diveable all year.
Wreck Length
A huge RO-RO ferry lying on her side just off the coast of Larnaca.
Maximum Depth
Deep enough to matter for advanced recreational, technical and CCR route planning.
Trucks & Cargo
Vehicles, machinery and deck spaces give the site's character its unmistakable stamp.
Diving Days
Cyprus gives you a long season and very workable diving all year round.
Typical Visibility Range
Mediterranean clarity keeps the wreck open to view and easy to photograph.
Main Diver Profiles
Recreational, technical and CCR divers can each use the site differently.
Massive structure, swim-throughs, the engine room, cargo decks, propellers, shafts of light, technical routes. All of it makes the Zenobia far more than a one-dive novelty.
See Reviews, Photos And Recent Dive Media
Before you book, see what divers say and what the diving actually looks like. Real reviews, photos and videos give you an honest feel for the Zenobia and for GoToDive.
Google Reviews
Public feedback about guided dives, wreck days and diving with GoToDive in Cyprus.
Read Google ReviewsTripadvisor Reviews
See how divers describe the organisation, the safety, the wreck itself and the team.
Read TripadvisorInstagram Dive Photos
Recent shots from Zenobia days, Cyprus diving conditions and the wider operation.
View InstagramYouTube Dive Footage
Use video to grasp the scale of the wreck, the visibility and the feel of the dive, which words cannot fully show.
Watch VideosEverything You Need To Know About Diving The Zenobia
Here are answers to the questions divers ask most before booking a Zenobia dive: ratings, depth, gases, seasons and technical support.
What certification level is required?
We recommend Advanced Open Water for many Zenobia dives. Going inside, or diving deep, needs the right wreck and decompression ratings.
Is the Zenobia suitable for beginner divers?
Some shallower outside areas may work for less experienced divers. But the Zenobia suits you better once your buoyancy is solid and you have some dives behind you.
What is the maximum depth of the wreck?
The seabed around the Zenobia reaches around 42 meters, while the upper parts of the wreck start much shallower.
Do you support technical and CCR diving?
Yes. GoToDive supports technical diving, decompression, sidemount, twinsets and CCR on the Zenobia.
Is Nitrox recommended?
Yes. We strongly recommend nitrox for many Zenobia plans, because it can stretch your bottom time and widen your safety margin on repeat dives.
When is the best season to dive Zenobia?
You can dive the Zenobia all year, though many divers prefer the calmer seas and warmer water from late spring through autumn.
Ready To Dive Zenobia?
Contact the team with your rating, your dates, the rig you prefer and whether you want recreational, technical or CCR diving on the Zenobia.