

Best for beginner divers, 1-15m, boat entry, mild current.
Glaropounda Coves, located on the easternmost islet of the Panteronisia group near Naxos, offers a sheltered environment for divers and snorkellers. The site features shallow rocky beds, reefs, and caves, with depths ranging from 1 to 15 metres and an average depth of 8 metres. Conditions are generally calm with mild currents and visibility typically between 15 and 25 metres. Access to the coves is by boat only. The site is suitable for beginners, with typical dives lasting around 45 minutes. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 17C in the winter and spring months to 24C in late summer.
36.97050, 25.12450
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 15m
Visibility
15-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-24°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the shallow depths and mild currents.
The depth ranges from 1 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 8 metres.
No, boat access is required to reach the coves.
Yes, the site is suitable for snorkelling and holds a rating of 3/5.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Glaropounda Coves in Pantieronisi. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 24°C.
Glaropounda Coves in Pantieronisi typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Glaropounda Coves in Pantieronisi typically ranges from 15 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.