

Best for beginner divers, 2-21m, boat entry, mild current.
Maherida is a marine site in Crete, Greece, featuring a combination of reef and seagrass meadows. The site offers depths ranging from 2 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 14 metres. Access is exclusively by boat, and divers should remain aware of boat traffic in the area. Conditions are generally mild, with visibility extending between 13 and 40 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and provides a typical dive duration of 45 minutes. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 16C in the winter months to 25C in late summer.
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Maherida is a calm dive site focused on open water and marine life rather than caverns or caves.
Access is via a fast RHIB boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 21m
Visibility
13-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-25°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
There is no specific data available regarding the marine life present at this site.
Yes, this site is considered suitable for beginner divers.
The site has a depth range of 2 to 21 metres, with an average depth of 14 metres.
Maherida requires boat access.
Yes, the site is suitable for both diving and snorkelling activities.
Diving at Maherida in Chania requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Maherida in Chania. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 25°C.
Maherida in Chania typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Maherida in Chania typically ranges from 13 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.