22m
    Crete, Greece
    ORI GIDOVOUNI, CHIONOVOUNI, GAIDOUROVOUNI, KORAKIA, KALOGEROVOUNI, KOULOCHERA KAI PERIOCHI MONEMVASIAS SPILAIO SOLOMOU TRYPA KAI PYRGOS AG. STEFANOU KAI THALASSIA ZONI EOS AKROTIRIO KAMILI

    ZAKYNTHOS

    Best months: Jul–Oct

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    ORI GIDOVOUNI, CHIONOVOUNI, GAIDOUROVOUNI, KORAKIA, KALOGEROVOUNI, KOULOCHERA KAI PERIOCHI MONEMVASIAS SPILAIO SOLOMOU TRYPA KAI PYRGOS AG. STEFANOU KAI THALASSIA ZONI EOS AKROTIRIO KAMILI

    Why dive here

    ZAKYNTHOS 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 · max 22m

    Zakynthos isn't your typical Mediterranean wreck dive. It’s got a real story, a 70-meter steamship that ran aground back in 1917. What we love about it is how accessible it is for divers who want a proper wreck experience without needing deep tech skills. Sitting upright in 22 meters, you can fin along the deck, peer into the holds, and really get a sense of its size. Even after all these years, the hull is surprisingly intact. You’ll spot the anchor chain still draped over the bow, and a good torch reveals a few internal structures. Visibility here is often great, letting you take in the whole ship as you approach. We’d suggest going in the morning to avoid any afternoon chop. Schools of damselfish shimmer above the deck, and we’ve often found scorpionfish tucked into crevices. It’s a proper wreck dive, full of history and just enough marine life to keep things interesting, perfect for advanced open water divers looking to explore a piece of the past.

    Typical ZAKYNTHOS Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m22m max~30 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Depth of 22m - Advanced Open Water 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 ZAKYNTHOS

    ZAKYNTHOS Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for ZAKYNTHOS, 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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