

Best for beginner divers, 8-28m, boat entry, mild current.
Neptune's Rock is a reef and wall dive site located off the coast of Chania, Greece. The site features a depth range of 8 to 28 metres, with an average depth of 18 metres. Access is exclusively by boat. Divers can expect mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 25 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, reaching a high of 24C in September and a low of 16C in February and March. Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Common Octopus, Mediterranean Moray, Great Barracuda, European Common Cuttlefish, various wrasses, Mediterranean Violet Aeolid, Pufferfish, Scorpionfish, European Parrotfish, Felimare orsinii, Fried Egg Jellyfish, and sea slugs.
35.42000, 25.00640
The naturally formed round port at the end of the dive is ideal for relaxing during the safety stop due to its still water and colorful rocks.
Divers are taken to the site by boat from the Agia Pelagia diving center.
No known hazards
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-28m
Visibility
10-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-24°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Common Octopus, Mediterranean Moray, Great Barracuda, European Common Cuttlefish, wrasses, Mediterranean Violet Aeolid, Pufferfish, Scorpionfish, European Parrotfish, Felimare orsinii, Fried Egg Jellyfish, and sea slugs.
Yes, Neptune's Rock is suitable for beginner divers.
The site ranges from 8 to 28 metres in depth, with an average depth of 18 metres.
Access to Neptune's Rock is by boat only.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the depth range and conditions may allow for snorkelling depending on individual experience and surface conditions.
Diving at Neptune's Rock in Agia Pelagia requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Neptune's Rock in Agia Pelagia. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Neptune's Rock in Agia Pelagia are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Neptune's Rock in Agia Pelagia typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Neptune's Rock in Agia Pelagia typically ranges from 10 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.