Our destination is Larnaca and the Zenobia wreck—considered one of the 10 best dive wrecks in the world.
The Zenobia was built in Sweden in 1979. On its maiden voyage, the ferry set sail for Tartous, Syria, traveling from Malmö through the Strait of Gibraltar and stopping at a port in Crete and Piraeus in Athens. During the voyage, problems with the ballast management system were discovered. The ship arrived in Larnaca, Cyprus, on June 2, 1980. Due to technical problems, the ship anchored about 1.5 miles from the port. Despite the measures taken and the initial resolution of the problem, the ship listed to port and, in that position, sank to a depth of 42 meters on June 7, 1980. No one was injured during this incident; the passengers and crew were evacuated to shore.
Join us for a long weekend in Cyprus—a unique island in the eastern Mediterranean, located between Turkey, Syria, and Lebanon.
The first traces of settlement on the island date back to the Neolithic era, approximately 9,000 years ago. In later periods, the island was strongly influenced by the Phoenicians, Greeks, Byzantines, Romans, and Turks. This has created the island’s unique atmosphere and rich history, and the island also captivates visitors with its stunning scenery.
Cyprus is an island where you can explore, go diving, and enjoy delicious local cuisine. Larnaca, where we’ll be staying, is a tourist town with a seaside promenade and countless bars and restaurants for evening relaxation.