MYRTHIANOS PLAKIAS SCUBA FIELD GUIDE
Second Day Beneath Myrthianos Plakias: Two Crystal-Clear Dives and a Taverna Lunch
A full, 8-hour day of two guided dives amid 30m visibility, rocky drop-offs and lively marine life — this guide walks you through the flow and practicals for Day Two.
Second Day Beneath Myrthianos Plakias: Two Crystal-Clear Dives and a Taverna Lunch.
Myrthianos Plakias opens like a textbook for lovers of varied seascapes: rocky formations, gorges and pronounced drop-offs where life gathers and visibility stretches to about 30 meters. On the second day you’ll make two guided dives, surface for a beach taverna lunch, and return to the dive centre to rinse gear and review photos — all in a single, lively eight-hour day.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Calm Conditions That Let You Focus on the Reef
The area is known for calm seas, making entry, exit and navigation off the shore straightforward and ideal for relaxed bottom time and photo opportunities.
Exceptional Visibility — See Far Ahead
With approximately 30 meters of visibility, the underwater landscape’s drop-offs and rocky formations are laid out clearly, improving orientation and the chance to spot marine life at a distance.
Small Groups, Big Access
The operator runs small groups, which keeps briefings focused, entry routines efficient and boat or shore traffic minimal — a better environment for both new and returning divers.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
The day unfolds with a calm, well-structured tempo: arrive at the dive centre for kit fitting and a warm welcome, move to the shore after a safety briefing, spend 45–60 minutes exploring rock faces and drop-offs on your first dive, then relax over lunch at the beach taverna before gearing up for a second dive and a return to the centre to wash gear and view photos.
THE SEA
Calm Conditions That Let You Focus on the Reef
The area is known for calm seas, making entry, exit and navigation off the shore straightforward and ideal for relaxed bottom time and photo opportunities.
THE VIEWS
Exceptional Visibility — See Far Ahead
With approximately 30 meters of visibility, the underwater landscape’s drop-offs and rocky formations are laid out clearly, improving orientation and the chance to spot marine life at a distance.
THE GROUP
Small Groups, Big Access
The operator runs small groups, which keeps briefings focused, entry routines efficient and boat or shore traffic minimal — a better environment for both new and returning divers.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day is best for — and who should avoid it.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Plan for an approximately 8-hour day; there is no overnight stay included.
Bring your diving certification, logbook, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, hat, wallet and contact lenses if needed.
Meet at the Dive2gether Crete centre for kit fitting; you can drive yourself to the beach (free parking) or travel with the operator if you don’t have a rental car.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where do I meet for the dives?
You meet at the Dive2gether Crete dive centre for kit fitting and to meet your guide.
How long is the day?
The day runs approximately eight hours.
How many dives will I do and how long are they?
You’ll do two dives in the day; each dive lasts about 45–60 minutes.
Is lunch included?
No — there is time for lunch at the beach taverna after the first dive, but lunch is at your own cost.
What should I bring to the dive centre?
Bring your diving certification and logbook, plus swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, hat, wallet and contact lenses if you need them.
Are there any health restrictions?
Yes — if you are pregnant or attempting to become pregnant you must not dive.