Best for beginner divers, 5-35m, shore entry.
Paakkila is a freshwater site in the Saimaa Region of Finland, offering both a cave and an artificial reef accessible from the shore. The site ranges from 5 to 35 metres in depth, with an average depth of 30 metres. Visibility fluctuates between 3 and 20 metres, often improving as divers descend. The lack of current makes it suitable for beginners, though the cave section presents an overhead environment requiring appropriate training. Divers should be aware of entanglement risks and the overhead environment. On-site facilities include parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, changing rooms, air fills, and guided tours.
62.78152, 28.65680
The site is open year-round and has solid facilities including parking, changing rooms, showers, and a rinse station, so there is no need to rush back to your car. If visibility is poor on arrival, it often improves with depth, so a slow descent along the artificial reef structure is worth the patience.
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Depth
5-35m
Visibility
3-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Current
None
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the lack of current, though the cave section requires specific overhead environment training.
The site ranges from 5 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 30 metres.
Paakkila is a shore entry site, meaning no boat is required.
Divers should be mindful of entanglement risks and the overhead environment within the cave section.
The site provides parking, toilets, showers, a rinse station, changing rooms, air fills, and guided tours.
Diving at Paakkila in Paakkila requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Visibility at Paakkila in Paakkila typically ranges from 3 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.
