

Best for beginner divers, 8-30m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Spilies in Chania offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a reef, wall, and cave system. Suitable for beginners, the site provides shallow reef sections at 8 metres, while the wall descends to 30 metres. Visibility typically ranges from 10 to 30 metres. Divers can access the site from both shore and boat. While currents are generally mild, they can strengthen, and the cave presents an overhead environment requiring caution. The area supports a variety of Mediterranean reef fish and invertebrates. Facilities include parking, toilets, showers, and a cafe. Arrive early to benefit from calmer surface conditions and improved natural light within the cave entrance.
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Arrive early in the morning when the surface is calmer and the cave gets better natural light filtering through the entrance. The site has parking, toilets, showers, and a cafe on site, so you can make a full day of it without needing to bring everything with you.
The site is accessed from Spilies beach, located 5 minutes from the dive center.
Recorded at this site
Depth
8-30m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
16-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
The site supports a variety of Mediterranean reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region's habitat.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with shallow reef sections starting at 8 metres.
The site ranges from 8 metres on the reef to 30 metres along the wall.
Spilies allows for both shore and boat entries.
While the site is primarily used for diving, the shallow reef sections may be accessible for snorkelling depending on surface conditions.
Watch for surf and shore breaks during entry and exit. The cave is an overhead environment, and currents can occasionally strengthen beyond their usual mild state.
Diving at Spilies in Rethymnon requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Spilies in Rethymnon. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 24°C.
Spilies in Rethymnon typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Spilies in Rethymnon typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.