AVLIS
Protected Area
SANTORINI: NEA KAI PALIA KAMENI - PROFITIS ILIAS
Why dive here
AVLIS is a wreck dive where divers can encounter sea turtles. Water ranges 17-27°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Avlis is a carrier vessel, settled upright at 15 metres just off Crete. She went down in 1972, a casualty of a botched berthing at Santorini, and now lies split in two sections. The stern is the more intact part, with the propeller still visible, and schools of damselfish often hover over the deck. We like exploring the holds, which are quite open, allowing light to stream in and reveal the resident groupers tucked into corners. It's a nice easy dive, great for anyone who enjoys pottering around a piece of history without the challenge of deep currents or technical penetration.
Typical AVLIS 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.
Nearest Dive Centres to AVLIS
Dive shops near AVLIS
Mediterranean Dive Club
SANTORINI SCUBA ACADEMY
Navy's Waterworld Diving Center
DIVE SAFARI
Caldera Dive
Meltemi Dive Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for AVLIS
AVLIS Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for AVLIS, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (35.42, 24.79) (35km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
24°C
75°F · Range: 22.3–25.7°C
Current Speed
4 cm/s
Direction: S (180°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.086 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
39.3 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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