Turtle Beach Diving Center

Alonissos Marine Park, Greece

The team at Turtle Beach Diving Center are a solid choice for exploring Alonissos Marine Park, especially if you appreciate a dive operation that feels more like diving with friends. We particularly like their focus on smaller groups, which makes a huge difference at sites that can sometimes get busy. They’re well-suited for divers who want to learn a bit about the local history too, as they’re excellent at weaving in stories about the ancient shipwrecks and amphora fields. Our favourite thing about diving with them is their relaxed, unhurried pace – no rushing through briefings or squeezing in too many divers. We’d suggest booking an early morning dive if you can, the light hitting the gorgonian fans at sites like the Blue Cave is incredible then, and you might catch the dolphins before the boats start stirring. The water in the park often has a startling clarity, that specific Mediterranean blue that feels cool and refreshing even in August. You’ll feel that gentle current around the deeper pinnacles, a nice reminder you’re in a truly wild place. They’re also great at spotting the shyer macro life; don’t be afraid to ask them where to look for nudibranchs tucked into the sponges.

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