

Best for beginner divers, 5-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Amphora Cave in Chania is a marine site featuring a combination of reef, artificial reef, and cave topography. The site is characterised by a small cave containing amphorae at a depth of 18 metres. Divers can expect depths ranging from 5 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Access to this site is by boat only. Conditions are generally mild with visibility between 10 and 25 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and supports night diving. Divers should be aware of boat traffic and the overhead environment within the cave structure.
35.41655, 25.02101
The site is an underwater museum containing Minoan civilization amphorae.
Shore dive from the beach of Mononaftis.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-18m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-26°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 5 to 18 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Amphora Cave requires boat access.
The data provided does not specify if snorkelling is permitted or suitable at this location.
Water temperatures range from 16C in February and March to 26C in September.
Diving at Amphora Cave in Heraklion requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Amphora Cave in Heraklion. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 26°C.