HMS CAMBRIAN
Protected Area
CHERSONISOS GRAMVOUSAS KAI NISIDES IMERI KAI AGRIA GRAMVOUSA, PONTIKONISI KAI THALASSIA ZONI
Why dive here
HMS CAMBRIAN is a wreck dive where divers can encounter sea turtles. Water ranges 17-27°C, warmest July, August, September.
The HMS Cambrian isn’t about big pelagics or technicolor reefs, it's about history you can touch. Sunk in 1828 during an assault on a pirate fortress, this 46.9m frigate now sits upright in just 12 meters of water. We love a wreck where you can really feel the story, and the Cambrian delivers. You’ll see her timbers, still remarkably intact, draped in sponges and soft corals. Schools of damselfish shimmer around her gunports, and we've often spotted octopuses peeking from crevices within the hull. Our favourite part? The bow section, still majestic, where the light plays beautifully through the water. It’s an easy, rewarding dive, perfect for photographers wanting to capture that historical atmosphere, or anyone who enjoys exploring a wreck with a genuine sense of the past. The shallow depth means plenty of bottom time, so you can really take your time poking around. We’d suggest going early in the morning for the best light and fewer other divers.
Typical HMS CAMBRIAN 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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for HMS CAMBRIAN
HMS CAMBRIAN Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for HMS CAMBRIAN, 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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