Which is the best Scuba diving club in Kyrenia?

Corbo



Joined: 13/09/2009
Posts: 627

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 08:33

I finally have decided to take up some scuba diving. Which is the best place to go to learn and then dive weekly? I see many are in the Girne/ Lapta area and I guess they are similar.

Cyprusraider


Joined: 08/04/2009
Posts: 99

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 08:40

Try Amphora at Escape. Asim is in charge and his English is excellent. 0542 851 4924.



You are right to try. Best thing you can do in the sea ( Maybe second best )

Corbo



Joined: 13/09/2009
Posts: 627

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 08:46

Cheers Cyprusraider, I'll check it out soon. Over the years I keep putting it off and now is the time I reckon.

puppylover



Joined: 05/05/2008
Posts: 1427

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 09:00

Highly recommend Drew & Caroline who run the turtlebay dive centre at Sempati Hotel.



http://www.turtlebaydivecentre.com.

racoonchic



Joined: 17/11/2008
Posts: 3223

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 09:12

amphora are the best on this side find hem at escape beach alsancak

cyprusjoker


Joined: 29/08/2009
Posts: 1107

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 09:27

Im picking Gengis, NORTH CYPRUS SCUBA DIVING.. Catalkoy..

louthlass


Joined: 09/11/2008
Posts: 271

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 09:35

Assim at Amphora without doubt, highly qualified, and has been diving to the British standards for many years. I have known him for 26 years.

Corbo



Joined: 13/09/2009
Posts: 627

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 09:40

Cheers guys. Will get onto it.

nurseawful



Joined: 06/02/2009
Posts: 5934

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 09:41

I agree with message4

Drew and Caroline and the rest of the team are very professional. My young nieces went with them 2 years ago and they were excellent, very patient and the kids loved them. So its got to be Turtlebay Dive centre at the Sempati Hotel.

Hippo


Joined: 02/02/2007
Posts: 2070

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 09:58

Jonno at Adventure divers is very caring

flightholiday


Joined: 19/07/2007
Posts: 3217

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 10:10

Assim and his team at Amphora have a great reputation



Amphora is the only BSAC inspected school in the North as well as being PADI.



We have had no cutomer complaints since he started his business many years ago.



Tom IAH Ltd

mint1955



Joined: 30/05/2007
Posts: 988

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 10:14

Gengis Bergun at Catalkoy, http://www.northcyprusscuba.com. We have been with him for 2 years now. Patient knowlegable and english speaking.

Sheila

MarkVPiazza


Joined: 14/08/2008
Posts: 530

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 10:29

Another one for Drew and Caroline an Turtle Bay divers at the Sempati - top class equipment too



Mark

PeppaPig


Joined: 04/01/2009
Posts: 89

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 11:34

Definitely recommend Amphora.

Scubadoo


Joined: 08/06/2009
Posts: 162

Message Posted:
28/11/2009 12:59

Definately Turtle bay and open all year round too,

ripoffrock


Joined: 05/08/2008
Posts: 255

Message Posted:
29/11/2009 04:34

Turtlebay Dive Center. Best on the island, north or south. Drew and Caroline second to none, first class operation for all ages.

Corbo



Joined: 13/09/2009
Posts: 627

Message Posted:
29/11/2009 07:19

They have emailed me back already. Will go for it next week.

nurseawful



Joined: 06/02/2009
Posts: 5934

Message Posted:
29/11/2009 07:36

Well done Corbo hope you enjoy it.

Which diving school did you go with in the end?

Corbo



Joined: 13/09/2009
Posts: 627

Message Posted:
29/11/2009 07:47

Not 100% decided but as I say Turtle bay have got back to me already.

david123


Joined: 07/07/2008
Posts: 393

Message Posted:
29/11/2009 10:21

Hi Corbo,



I would go with message 12 been with Cengiz for a while now, and got to dive master very good instructor and very patient I had never done scuba diving before and now I dive most weeks with Cengiz.



Contact him and he will get back to you I know he is very busy servicing equipment but If you are in the area his office is next door to Tempo in Catalkoy.



Regards.



David

mamachina


Joined: 22/11/2008
Posts: 730

Message Posted:
29/11/2009 10:36

Drew and Caroline - Sempati. My son has dived all over the world and enjoys going to visit them and dive with them when he is over here. OK the scenery over here isnt as good as some seas, but if you have knowledgeable instructors you can just go on learning!

Tenakoutou



Joined: 27/07/2009
Posts: 4110

Message Posted:
29/11/2009 16:09

Corbo - Why are you taking up diving now it's late autumn?



Have you checked out Red Sea package diving holidays - checked the Net?



You can easily be put off for good by starting off/learning in less than comfortable conditions and all clobbered up with thick suit and hood!



Have you had a 'diver's medical' examination? Any reputable club, or school, should be able to point you in the right direction - in fact, they should insist you have passed one, and sight it, before letting you dive - even pool lessons.

Corbo



Joined: 13/09/2009
Posts: 627

Message Posted:
29/11/2009 16:12

I'm over for the Winter and it semed to be the thing to do as I have meant to do it for ages. I certainly won't be going to the Red Sea for some time if ever..maybe one day..but probably the Indian ocean more likely.

david123


Joined: 07/07/2008
Posts: 393

Message Posted:
29/11/2009 19:19

Hi Corbo,



You only need to fill a medical form yourself unless you tick yes to any of the medical questions,unless you are going for dive master then you need to go and have a full medical at a specialist dive doctor or your own doctor or one here which the school can send you to.



We dived twice last week near the power station and it was very good I dive with North Cyprus Scuba Centre Cengiz's number is 05338683165 call him and he will speak to you and explain everything you need to know.



Regards.



David

Corbo



Joined: 13/09/2009
Posts: 627

Message Posted:
29/11/2009 20:27

Thanks David. I do take a few tablets for blood pressure and I guess this may affect matters a bit. I think I asked my doctor some time back and he thought it no problem though.

david123


Joined: 07/07/2008
Posts: 393

Message Posted:
30/11/2009 20:27

Hi Corbo,



This will need a medical certificate from your doctor, but this is only if you answer yes to any of the medical questions but make sure you have this before going to any diving club or it will just cause problems because they will refuse to take you on the open water course, which is the start of your diving courses but if all the answers are no on the form then you can dive.



Hope this helps.



David

Corbo



Joined: 13/09/2009
Posts: 627

Message Posted:
30/11/2009 20:29

Thanks David..this seems to be the way to go.

Tenakoutou



Joined: 27/07/2009
Posts: 4110

Message Posted:
01/12/2009 02:26

Corbo:

Please make sure you have a proper (BSAC) diver's medical examination in UK - especially since you have just admitted you suffer from high blood pressure; e.g., At what stage of exertion does abnormally high blood pressure occur? - Get it checked!



Remember that, even in pool training - never mind deeper depths in open water, you'll be breathing compressed air from a cylinder/regulator - so you don't want to risk any sort of aneurysm.



With your condition you need to be talking to a doctor who is conversant with diving related problems, so should be able to point out any specific risk(s) to you, personally.

Corbo



Joined: 13/09/2009
Posts: 627

Message Posted:
01/12/2009 08:11

Oh..OK..that may have trumped me for this winter but doubtless good advice. Thanks.

nurseawful



Joined: 06/02/2009
Posts: 5934

Message Posted:
01/12/2009 08:24

Corbo,

If you decide to do the course and are worried about your blood pressure get Drew or Caroline to phone me and I will come down and check it for you.

Chris

Corbo



Joined: 13/09/2009
Posts: 627

Message Posted:
01/12/2009 08:47

Great Chris..I'll pop down and see them today. Are they easy to find? Lapta to Kyrenia and keep going on the west coast road until you reach the hotel that they are based in?

nurseawful



Joined: 06/02/2009
Posts: 5934

Message Posted:
01/12/2009 09:11

Corbo

They are based in the Sempati Hotel in Lapta. If coming from Girne you turn right at Flippers Holiday village, then take the first right and it is down there on the left.

Corbo



Joined: 13/09/2009
Posts: 627

Message Posted:
01/12/2009 09:59

Thanks..quite near me I think.

Jayne


Joined: 01/12/2008
Posts: 499

Message Posted:
01/12/2009 10:19

My husband and I learnt with Cengiz from Alagadi this summer and have to say, he was very patient and helpful and if it wasnt for him, not sure I would have got through it. I tried previously in Kenya and gave up as I wasnt comfortabvle with the instructor and in view of this, I have to say Cengiz is very good and reassuring. Good luck you will enjoy it very much!!!

CyprusDiving


Joined: 04/12/2009
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
04/12/2009 17:29

We are the only company in the UK who organise Scuba diving holidays to Northern Cyprus. Whether you are looking to learn to dive, complete a course or just fit in a few dives whilst you are on holiday, we have a package that suits all! We have teamed up with various Scuba diving schools in North Cyprus who we have fully vetted to ensure that safety comes first! (Amphora and Scuba Cyprus being among these.)



Our site also has the facility to book flights and accommodation through our link partners. Apart from our professional and reliable service, other benefits of booking through us include discounted travel insurance rates and you will also qualify for discounts in certain restaurants and shops around the island.



Why not start thinking about booking your summer holiday now to take advantage of our super rates? Check out our website: http://www.cyprusdiving.net

Or for more info email Natasha: natasha@cyprusdiving.net or call on: 0208 4274393



We look forward to hearing from you!

flightholiday


Joined: 19/07/2007
Posts: 3217

Message Posted:
04/12/2009 18:17

Re Msg 35



You must try not to exaggerate that you are the only company selling diving in North Cyprus I know of at least 6 tour operators (who have been in the business for many years) who also sell diving.



At IAH Ltd (Interest and Activity Holidays) we have been selling diving and diving holidays in the TRNC for 10 years.



We wish you luck with your endeavour. I have no problems with you or trying to sell the TRNC or diving but I do with the truth, facts & travellers safety.



You are not PADI, BSAC or ATOL bonded so what security do your clients have? You are according to companies house rather new "Date of Incorporation: 29/07/2009" so what safety, indemnity cover etc. do your clients have?



Cyprus diving, you started visiting and diving on the island at the age of 16 (this is according to your published information). You certainly have more diving experience than I do but I don't like exaggeration etc as this is peoples lives & health you are talking about.



Tom

CyprusDiving


Joined: 04/12/2009
Posts: 2

Message Posted:
04/12/2009 19:09

To be more precise for those of you who like to split hairs we are the only SOLE diving holiday company that is UK based and offers Scuba diving holidays and packages to North Cyprus. i.e this is all we do. We are not a tour operator we do not make money out of selling flights/accommodation but offer a link through to an operator who does as an added service for our customers.



We do not need to be PADI or BSAC bonded ourselves as we are not partaking in the dives! Instead we seek out reputable dive companies who are themselves PADI / BSAC certified such as Scuba Cyprus and Amphora who we have known and worked with for many years and yes I did begin Scuba diving at the age of 16 but how exactly this is relevant to the point you are trying to make I am not sure. Tom you claim to know Asim from Amphora (although you mispelt his name.) For your own peace of mind feel free to contact him for a reference for our company and he will be able to confirm all that I have said.

flightholiday


Joined: 19/07/2007
Posts: 3217

Message Posted:
04/12/2009 19:11

Corbo,



Just checked in and saw John's message 28 re your health - that is best advice.



Do go to an "experienced in diving" doctor as the risks are huge if your health is wrong - if you want I can email you a PADI health form for you to do your initial checks on. This is what I would advise if you were to call me as a client. Also please make sure that your travel / health insurance covers you (it might not be the diving that you are claiming for but they love an excuse to say "no cover").

Corbo



Joined: 13/09/2009
Posts: 627

Message Posted:
05/12/2009 08:11

My health insurance does cover me and I have the number for a Doctor to see in Nicosia, Thanks IAH.

jesusjon



Joined: 03/08/2008
Posts: 93

Message Posted:
05/12/2009 13:18

Hi Corbo,

RE Msg 22 the sea has had all summer to warm up so should still be comfortable to dive in this time of year,damn site warmer than stoney cove in the uk on a dec morning lol

Corbo



Joined: 13/09/2009
Posts: 627

Message Posted:
05/12/2009 14:15

That's what I thought John and even now at a cool and wet 16 C here, I note in my diary that it was 15 C in Norwich for a week in June this year.

McSteviet



Joined: 11/05/2007
Posts: 1089

Message Posted:
06/12/2009 03:15

Corbin, drew & Caroline for me. I havnt tried anywhere else. I don't need to. Very relaxing days diving at the sempati. Mc

Tenakoutou



Joined: 27/07/2009
Posts: 4110

Message Posted:
06/12/2009 07:31

Jesusjohn: Corbo is a beginner - never 'had his head wet' yet! Stoney Cove is a semi-dry to dry-suit dive. I guess you're a diver with experience, but frankly, I can't condone your advice in message 40 - but, of course, Corbo must make his own choices relating to any advice.

ronie


Joined: 11/02/2009
Posts: 67

Message Posted:
06/12/2009 11:22

Gengas without a doubt.In Catalkoy near Tempo.