SONIA
Protected Area
PARAKTIA ZONI DYTIKIS MILOY
Why dive here
SONIA is a wreck dive where divers can encounter sea turtles. Water ranges 17-27°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Sonia wreck sits at 35 metres, a fishing boat that found its final resting place upright on the seabed. It’s a site for those with some wreck experience, as the structure is deteriorating and can be tricky to navigate. You’ll find moray eels tucked into crevices, plenty of scorpionfish camouflaged on the hull, and schools of damselfish flitting around the mast. The wheelhouse is still largely intact, offering some interesting exploration for technical divers.
Typical SONIA Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (35m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
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 SONIA
SONIA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SONIA, 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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