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NEREUS

The Nereus wreck, near Sitia, is one of our favourites for a relaxed exploration. It’s an old roll on-roll off ferry, sunk back in '89, now sitting upright on a shallow sandy bottom at just six metres. That depth means long bottom times, perfect for photographers or new divers looking to get comfortable on a wreck. You can easily swim the entire length of her 78-metre deck. We love dropping down into the bow's vehicle deck, where shafts of sunlight cut through the openings, illuminating schools of small silversides that flicker and move like a liquid curtain. Around the stern, the propeller is still intact, encrusted with sponges and home to various small gobies and blennies. Look closely in the nooks and crannies for moray eels – they’re often tucked away, just their heads peeking out. The shallow depth means ambient light is plentiful, and the visibility here is generally excellent, often 20 metres plus, making for a truly enjoyable dive without feeling rushed. It’s a gentle wreck dive, offering plenty of time to really soak it all in.