Manthos Reef
Protected Area
SANTORINI: NEA KAI PALIA KAMENI - PROFITIS ILIAS
Why dive here
Manthos Reef is a reef dive where divers can encounter sea turtles. Water ranges 17-27°C, warmest July, August, September.
Manthos Reef offers a straightforward dive, well-suited for less experienced divers or those looking for a relaxed exploration. The coral formations here are modest, but you’ll often spot smaller reef fish darting amongst them. It's a decent spot for a gentle afternoon dive, particularly if you're keen on finding nudibranchs tucked away in the crevices. Visibility is typically good, making it an easy-going entry into Cretan diving.
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SANTORINI SCUBA ACADEMY
Mediterranean Dive Club
Caldera Dive
Navy's Waterworld Diving Center
Meltemi Dive Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Manthos Reef
Manthos Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Manthos Reef, 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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