Andros Wreck
Protected Area
KORINTHIAKOS KOLPOS
Why dive here
Andros Wreck is a wreck dive where divers can encounter dolphins and sea turtles. Water ranges 15-26°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Andros Wreck, sitting upright on the seabed in the Alonissos Marine Park, feels like a proper discovery. We love it because it’s a relatively intact freighter, not just a pile of rubble. You drop down, and the whole ship is right there, bow to stern, covered in the most incredible gorgonian fans. We’re talking vibrant reds and oranges, thick as carpet. It’s an excellent dive for those who enjoy exploring structures. You can swim over the deck, peer into cargo holds that are now home to groupers, and trace the lines of the mast that rise toward the surface. Keep an eye out for moray eels tucked into every nook and cranny. On one dive, we watched a massive loggerhead turtle cruise right past the bridge. The visibility here is usually fantastic, so you get these long sightlines along the length of the ship, which really enhances the sense of scale. Our top tip: try to hit it in the morning before any wind picks up; the light filtering through the water into the holds is something else.
Typical Andros Wreck Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Andros Wreck Wreck History
Vessel Type
cargo ship
Cause
unknown
Often referred to as the 'Parthenon of Shipwrecks', the 'Andros Wreck' dive site in the Alonissos Marine Park is not a vessel of steel, but a breathtaking window into the ancient world. This site is the final resting place of a large Athenian merchant ship from the Classical period, which sank around 425 BC. The wooden hull has long since rotted away, but its precious cargo of several thousand wine amphorae remains, perfectly stacked on the seabed. The sheer scale of the amphorae mound, which still retains the shape of the ship, is a truly awe-inspiring sight. Recently opened to recreational divers under strict guidance, this is one of the world's most significant ancient shipwrecks accessible to the public, offering a unique opportunity to dive directly into history.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Andros Wreck
Andros Wreck Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Andros Wreck, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (38.09, 24.15) (15km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
23°C
73°F · Range: 21–25.6°C
Current Speed
1.41 cm/s
Direction: SW (225°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.13 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
34.63 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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