Constandis(wreck)

Constandiswas afishing vesselsunk for useas a recreationaldivesite inLimassolBay,Cyprus.

Constandis,originally operated as a bottomtrawler,was built in theSoviet Unionin 1989. HerRussianname wasZolotets.She was registered at the Register of Cyprus Ships in 1997 and operated ininternational watersin the easternMediterranean Seafor a short period of time.

Constandiswas sunk off Limassol in February 2014 along with thepassenger shipLady Thetis.Constandissits in approximately 24.3 metres (80 ft) of water and has some great things to view on the outside. There are also some easy penetration options for divers who are more adventurous.

Dive site details

Access: Whilst close to the marina adjacent to the Crowne Plaza Hotel, a vessel is required to complete the transit to the site.
Expected depth: 24.3 metres (80 ft)
Bottom characteristics: Sandy/Silty
Max depth in area: <30 metres (98 ft)
Alternate site: Three stars/Paphos/Latchi

Particular risks:

• Traffic protection - High
• Narcosis - Low
• Decompression - Moderate
• Increased air consumption - High
• Limited time - Low
• Poor visibility - Moderate
• Separation - High
• Entanglement - Moderate
• Entrapment and sharps – High
• Dehydration/Sun burn/Exposure – High
• Penetration - Low