Scuba Diving in Santorini
General Info
Marine life includes species such as the Mediterranean parrotfish, Mediterranean red sea star, European perch, sea urchin, sea snail, sea horse, scorpionfish, octopus, nudibranch, flounder, red mullet, damselfish, cardinalfish, yellow black-faced blenny, peacock wrasse, noble pen shell, sea crab, and sea cucumber, among others.
Diving Info
When to Visit
Diving Conditions
The water temperature around Santorini island warms up above 16° C/61° F. The coldest water temperature is typically registered in January/February. The sea temperature peaks in July/August, when it can go up to 26° C/78° F.
Santorini typically offers underwater visibility of 20 meters/66 feet.
Types of Diving
Highlights
Caldera Lagoon. Inside the caldera, near the volcano, you will find many dive sites worth exploring. One of the most popular spots is Faros Reef, suitable for divers of all levels. Inside the rim of the caldera, you will find Adiavatous reef, said to be the central location of the lost city of Atlantis. In this region, you will see lots of crustaceans and invertebrates.
Kamari. Just off Kamari Beach, you will discover some of the best cave dives in Santorini. The volcanic origin of the caves makes this place truly magnificent. You can also explore swim-throughs, canyons, and boulders.
Nea Kameni. Around the uninhabited island of Nea Kameni, you can find a few interesting wrecks such as a WWII ship, a passenger ship, and a former tug boat sunk on purpose.
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