Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, shore entry.
Matasvaara offers a dual-environment dive featuring both a cave system and an artificial reef. Located in Finnish Lakeland, this site is accessible via a shore entry and caters to intermediate divers. Depths range from 5 to 30 metres, with an average of 15 metres. Divers should be prepared for limited visibility of approximately 5 metres and cold water temperatures between -1C and 15C. The cave section presents an overhead environment, requiring advanced buoyancy control and careful air management. The habitat supports various temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region. Due to the overhead environment and low visibility, a cave or cavern specialty certification is strongly recommended.
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A cave diving or cavern specialty certification is strongly recommended before entering the overhead sections, even if your advanced open water card meets the minimum entry requirement. Check locally for current facility availability before your visit, as on-site support can vary.
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Depth
5-30m
Visibility
5m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
No nearby dive sites found within 50km.
The site supports temperate freshwater fish and invertebrates typical of the region, including various species of perch, pike, and carp.
No, Matasvaara is rated for intermediate divers due to the overhead cave environment and limited visibility.
The site depth ranges from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Access to the water is via a shore entry.
Primary hazards include low visibility, cold water temperatures, and the overhead environment within the cave sections.
Diving at Matasvaara in Lieksa requires the following certifications: Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Matasvaara in Lieksa typically ranges from 5 metres to 5 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
