MYRTHIANOS PLAKIAS SCUBA FIELD GUIDE
Two Guided Dives into the Blue: Myrthianos Plakias’ Gorges and Drop‑offs
An 8‑hour day from Dive2gether Crete featuring two guided dives in crystal‑clear water with long visibility and a beachside lunch.
Two Guided Dives into the Blue: Myrthianos Plakias’ Gorges and Drop‑offs.
Myrthianos Plakias delivers a compact, high‑clarity diving day framed by rocky formations, gorges and steep drop‑offs; visibility often reaches 30 meters, the sea is calm and the sites teem with marine life waiting to be explored on two guided dives followed by a relaxed shore lunch.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Calm seas for steady entry and exit
The operator runs dives in calm water at this site, which makes shore operations and surface intervals easier and keeps the focus on what’s below the surface.
Long sightlines—up to 30 meters
Exceptional visibility gives divers the chance to read the contours of drop‑offs and gorges from a distance, turning each dive into a clear, cinematic exploration.
Small groups, focused guiding
Dives are run in small groups, allowing for personalized briefings and close guidance around the rocky formations and varied underwater terrain.
What the day feels like
How the Day Unfolds
Over eight hours you move from shore to sea and back: meet at the dive centre, get kitted and briefed, complete a 45–60 minute dive, return for a beachside lunch, then head back into the water for a second guided dive before washing gear and viewing photos at the centre.
THE CONDITIONS
Calm seas for steady entry and exit
The operator runs dives in calm water at this site, which makes shore operations and surface intervals easier and keeps the focus on what’s below the surface.
THE VISIBILITY
Long sightlines—up to 30 meters
Exceptional visibility gives divers the chance to read the contours of drop‑offs and gorges from a distance, turning each dive into a clear, cinematic exploration.
THE GROUP
Small groups, focused guiding
Dives are run in small groups, allowing for personalized briefings and close guidance around the rocky formations and varied underwater terrain.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day is best for — and who should sit it out.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The day runs approximately eight hours from meeting to finish.
The dive centre meeting location is Dive2gether Crete; you will either drive to the beach (free parking) or travel with the operator if you do not have a rental car.
Required items include your diving certification and logbook; bring swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, hat, wallet and contact lenses if applicable.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the diving day?
The full day is approximately 8 hours.
Where do we meet before the dives?
You meet at Dive2gether Crete.
How long is each dive?
Each dive typically lasts about 45–60 minutes.
Is lunch provided?
There is time for lunch at the beach taverna after the first dive; lunch is at your own cost.
What should I bring with me?
Bring your diving certification and logbook, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, hat, wallet and any needed contact lenses.
Are there any health restrictions I should know about?
Yes. If you are pregnant or attempting to become pregnant you must not dive.