

Best for beginner divers, 9-35m, boat entry, mild current.
The Arado is a World War Two-era seaplane wreck resting on a sandy seabed at depths between 9 and 35 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres. This site is accessible by boat and features mild currents and visibility ranging from 10 to 30 metres. Divers can explore the fuselage, engine compartments, and wing roots. Due to the overhead environment and potential for entanglement, divers should remain outside the aircraft structure. Scorpionfish are present on the wreck, so exercise caution when placing hands. The site is suitable for beginners, though it requires boat access and careful navigation around the aircraft components.
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Take a slow circuit around the entire fuselage before moving in closer, as the best marine life tends to be tucked into the engine compartments and wing roots. Facilities at the site are limited, so confirm equipment hire and boat logistics with your operator in Heraclea before you head out.
Accessible by boat in the bay of Alimnia on the southwest of Iraklia Island.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
9-35m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-25°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
20 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site supports a variety of Mediterranean reef fish and invertebrates typical of the region, including scorpionfish which are known to inhabit the wreck structure.
Yes, the Arado is suitable for beginners, though divers should be aware of the overhead environment and entanglement risks associated with the wreck.
The wreck lies at depths ranging from 9 to 35 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
The Arado plane is a boat-only dive site. You should confirm boat logistics and equipment hire with an operator in Heraclea before heading out.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallowest parts of the wreck may be visible from the surface depending on conditions, though boat access is required.
Diving at Arado plane in Íos requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Arado plane in Íos. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Arado plane in Íos. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Arado plane in Íos are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Arado plane in Íos typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Arado plane in Íos typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.