HMS RAGLAN - Halkidiki

The HMS Raglan, sitting shallow off Halkidiki, isn't your average Mediterranean wreck. This monitor, built in 1915, feels like a real piece of history down there. We particularly love that she was armed with serious guns, and while those are long gone, you can still trace the outline of where they would have sat, giving a real sense of her former might. At a consistent 12 meters, she's perfect for extended bottom times and suits almost any diver. The wreck, though broken in parts, is still substantial at 97.5 meters long, with plenty to explore without ever feeling like you're pushing boundaries. We often find schools of damselfish flitting through the superstructure, and the occasional octopus peeking out from a sheltered nook. On a good day, with the sun high, the light filtering through the clear water onto the hull is beautiful, illuminating the rusted metal. We'd suggest going mid-morning before any potential afternoon chop picks up, when the visibility is usually at its best. It's not a deep, dark penetration dive, but a chance to leisurely explore a proper warship, colonised by the sea.

Location
Halkidiki, Greece, Mediterranean & Europe
Coordinates
40.227780, 25.961111
Type
wreck
Maximum Depth
12m

Marine Protected Area: FENGARI SAMOTHRAKIS, ANATOLIKES AKTES, VRACHONISSIDA ZOURAFA KAI THALASSIA ZONI

Best Time to Dive in Halkidiki

The warmest water temperatures in Halkidiki occur in August, averaging 26.6°C. The coolest conditions are in March at 14.0°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

  • January: 14.7°C
  • February: 14.5°C
  • March: 14.0°C
  • April: 14.6°C
  • May: 18.4°C
  • June: 23.4°C
  • July: 26.3°C
  • August: 26.6°C
  • September: 24.4°C
  • October: 21.2°C
  • November: 18.6°C
  • December: 16.3°C

Nearby Dive Sites in Halkidiki

Nearest Dive Centres to HMS RAGLAN

Marine Life in Halkidiki

Home to 22 recorded species including 5 reef fish, 5 hard corals, 4 other, 3 crabs & lobsters, 2 soft corals, 2 whales & dolphins.

Notable Species

Recommended Packing List for HMS RAGLAN

Based on average water temperature of 19.4°C, currents 6 cm/s.

  • Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 19°C water
  • Mask - essential for every dive
  • Fins
  • BCD - buoyancy compensator
  • Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
  • Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
  • Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
  • Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
  • Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories