Crete, Greece
    ANTIKYTHIRA - PRASONISI KAI LAGOUVARDOS

    HMS Greyhound

    Best months: Jul–Oct

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    ANTIKYTHIRA - PRASONISI KAI LAGOUVARDOS

    Why dive here

    HMS Greyhound is a wreck dive where divers can encounter sea turtles. Water ranges 17-27°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Oct
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeSea Turtles
    Water17-27°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive

    Diving the HMS Greyhound off Crete isn't your average Mediterranean wreck dive. This isn't just a pile of metal; it's a destroyer, sunk in 1941, and what a story it tells. We love how the hull is broken, with sections scattered, which makes for really interesting exploration. You might spot a barracuda schooling over a gun turret, or a shy octopus tucked into a crevice, but the main draw here is the structure itself. The stern, in particular, is a favourite of ours. It's largely intact and you can still make out the torpedo tubes, which always gives us a shiver. Visibility here can be stunning, often stretching to 30 meters, letting you appreciate the sheer scale of the wreck as you descend. It's a site that rewards multiple dives, each one revealing a new detail. We'd suggest going with a guide who knows the history; it brings the whole experience to life when you know exactly what you're looking at. This isn't a site for beginners; some of the deeper sections and potential currents mean you'll want to be comfortable with your buoyancy. It's a proper wreck dive, full of history and a real sense of adventure.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for HMS Greyhound

    HMS Greyhound Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for HMS Greyhound, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (35.42, 24.79) (35km away)

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    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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