Scuba diving off the Mediterranean island of Cyprus may not be on your top 10 list of best locations in the world, but do not underestimate its exotic beauty. Visibility is not a problem- reaching around 100 feet or better - nor is the water temperature.

The waters of the Mediterranean around Cyprus reach about 80 degrees F or higher in July. There are countless wreck dives, both modern and ancient, and ancient settlements and artifacts off its coast that are worth exploring.

You can enjoy diving off Cyprus year round; in the winter months of November through March you may be more comfortable in a dry suit, with water temperatures dropping to around 65 degrees F.