LEF 1 Wreck – Compact, Photogenic & Perfect for Wreck Beginners

The LEF 1 Wreck is one of the most enjoyable and varied dive sites in the Larnaca region because it offers more than just a wreck.

What makes the LEF1 Wreck special is its location: the wreck lies directly next to a small reef, and behind it you’ll find two additional smaller reefs, connected by a guideline. This creates an ideal dive route where you can explore a compact wreck and, within the same dive, discover the vibrant marine life of the Mediterranean.

Thanks to this layout, the LEF 1 Wreck is perfect for divers who want variety, relaxed exploration and excellent underwater scenery — all in one well-structured dive.

 

Diving the LEF 1 Wreck – Easy Wreck, Beautiful Reef Route

The LEF 1 Wreck itself is compact, simple to navigate and easy to dive, making it suitable from:

• OWD (Open Water Diver)

Because the wreck is manageable and not overwhelming, it is an excellent choice for divers who want to experience wreck diving without technical complexity. You can explore the wreck calmly, swim around it in full control and enjoy the classic “wreck feeling” in a safe and relaxed way.

Directly next to the wreck begins the reef exploration. The guideline leads divers from the first reef to the next two reef areas, allowing a smooth and enjoyable route. This means a dive at the LEF 1 Wreck becomes a true wreck-and-reef combination, with changing scenery and multiple underwater habitats.

What You Can See – Marine Life & Encounters

A dive at the LEF 1 Wreck offers excellent chances to observe Mediterranean marine life. Around the wreck and reef structures you often see schools of fish moving along the rocks, small species hiding in crevices, and interesting creatures living close to the seabed.

With a bit of luck, the LEF 1 Wreck dive site can even bring special encounters: divers sometimes spot rays, and occasionally barracudas cruising through the blue. The reef areas are ideal hunting and shelter zones, so it’s always worth keeping your eyes on both the rocks and the open water.

Sculptures & Amphorae – Underwater Details to Discover

Another fun and unique feature of the LEF 1 Wreck dive site is the presence of underwater objects such as sculptures and amphorae. You can find them around the wreck as well as near the reef areas, adding a small “underwater gallery” feeling to the dive.

These elements create excellent photo opportunities and make the dive even more interesting, especially for divers who enjoy exploring details rather than only swimming from point to point.

Why LEF 1 Wreck Is a Perfect Guided Dive

The LEF 1 Wreck is ideal if you want:

• an easy, beginner-friendly wreck experience
• a reef route with three connected reef areas
• a varied dive with marine life and exploration
• chances for special sightings like rays or barracudas
• underwater sculptures and amphorae for extra atmosphere

It is a dive site that feels complete: wreck, reefs, life and discovery — without being difficult.

Explore the LEF 1 Wreck with SancyTours

The LEF 1 Wreck can be explored privately with SancyTours as a guided dive for certified divers. We will guide you along the wreck and reef route, show you the sculptures and amphorae, and help you get the most out of this varied wreck-and-reef dive site.

We will gladly try to realise your desired date. For LEF 1 Wreck diving it is necessary to take a boat to the wreck, but we are also a little dependent on the weather. Write us an email to service@sancytours.com when you would like to do your course, we will block the date and contact you a few days in advance and confirm if the god of the sea Poseidon does not prevent us.

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