Diving in Athens

Explore diving in Athens

Athens is arguably the world’s oldest city, with a recorded history of around 3400 years. Unsurprisingly, the extensive coastline around Athens and Attica region is home to numerous excellent shipwrecks. Here the deep rocky formations add immense beauty to the underwater landscape.

The waters around Athens coast are teeming with such species as tuna, barracuda, octopus, squid and cuttlefish. There are also beautiful reef formations that provide refuge to a colorful marine life, typical of Mediterranean Sea. Discover epic shipwrecks Avantis II and Pylaros before exploring unique underwater topography.

Greek waters offer a huge range of unique and interesting underwater sights - think sunken cars, pinnacles, arches and sizeable nudibranchs.

When to dive in Athens

The optimal period for scuba diving in Athens is from May to October, when water temperatures range from 20–27°C and visibility reaches 20–30 meters. Summer months offer calm seas and ideal conditions for exploring reefs and underwater caves. Spring and early autumn are quieter, allowing divers to enjoy less crowded sites and better chances for spotting marine life. Seasonal conditions influence currents and wildlife activity, making Athens diving enjoyable year-round for different types of divers.

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Reaching Athens dive sites is simple via Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, with direct flights from major European cities. From the airport, key diving locations like Vouliagmeni, Glyfada, and Cape Sounion are accessible by car in 30–60 minutes. Local dive centers provide shore dive access, boat trips, equipment rental, and guided tours to the best sites. Public transport and taxis are also convenient for divers without a car. With easy logistics and well-equipped operators, diving in Athens, Greece combines cultural exploration with unforgettable underwater experiences.

Time Zone

UTC+02:00

Phone

+30

Currency

EUR

Voltage

230 V

Pressure

Bar (bar)

Languages

English, Greek, Modern

1st Stage

DIN

International airports

Eleftherios Venizelos Intl (ATH)

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