MYRTHIANOS PLAKIAS SCUBA FIELD GUIDE
Third Day: Two Immersive Dives Through 30‑meter‑Visibility Gorges at Myrthianos Plakias
An eight‑hour day of two guided dives amid rocky dropoffs and gorges with exceptional visibility — this guide lays out the day’s flow, logistics, and what to bring.
Third Day: Two Immersive Dives Through 30‑meter‑Visibility Gorges at Myrthianos Plakias.
Myrthianos Plakias delivers a day of clear, blue water and varied underwater topography: long sightlines of roughly 30 meters reveal dropoffs, gorges and rocky formations alive with marine life. The operator runs small groups that keep the day relaxed — two immersive dives bookending a beachside lunch make for a measured, scenic diving day.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Crystal‑clear visibility
Expect exceptionally clear water with visibility out to about 30 meters, letting you pick out features and marine life at long range.
Gorges, dropoffs and rocky formations
The dive sites feature a variety of terrain — gorges, rocky formations and dropoffs — that reward exploration and provide strong visual contrast beneath the surface.
Two relaxed dives with a beachside lunch
The day is paced around two guided dives separated by time to dry off and eat at a beach taverna, all run in calm seas with small groups for a measured, approachable experience.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
From arrival at the dive centre through the two 45–60 minute dives, the day moves at an easy, organized pace: kit fitting and a briefing start the morning, you drive (or are driven) to a nearby beach for the first dive, return for a relaxed lunch at the taverna, then head back for a second dive before washing gear and viewing photos at the centre.
THE WATER
Crystal‑clear visibility
Expect exceptionally clear water with visibility out to about 30 meters, letting you pick out features and marine life at long range.
THE TOPOGRAPHY
Gorges, dropoffs and rocky formations
The dive sites feature a variety of terrain — gorges, rocky formations and dropoffs — that reward exploration and provide strong visual contrast beneath the surface.
THE PACE
Two relaxed dives with a beachside lunch
The day is paced around two guided dives separated by time to dry off and eat at a beach taverna, all run in calm seas with small groups for a measured, approachable experience.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day works best for and who should take precautions
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring your diving certification and logbook, swimsuit and towel, sunscreen and hat, personal wallet and any contact lenses you need.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the dive day?
The scheduled duration for the day is eight hours.
How many dives will we make?
The day includes two guided dives.
How long does each dive last?
Each dive typically lasts about 45–60 minutes.
Is lunch provided?
There is a beachside lunch stop at a taverna, but lunch is at your own cost.
Are groups large?
The operator runs small groups to keep the day relaxed and attentive.