

Best for intermediate divers, 5-30m, boat entry.
Korfos is a reef and cave system located in Santorini, Greece, offering intermediate divers a varied underwater environment. The site spans depths from 5 to 30 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres. Visibility is generally good, ranging between 20 and 30 metres. Access is by boat only, and divers should maintain controlled buoyancy to avoid contact with sharp rocks and coral present throughout the cave sections. A torch is recommended to explore the cave features effectively. Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean moray, Turkish wrasse, white seabream, and various species of nudibranchs such as the Mediterranean violet aeolid.
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Bring a torch even on a day dive as the cave sections reward a closer look, and the cave walls can be sharp, so stay aware of your buoyancy to avoid contact with rock surfaces.
Located at the entrance of Thirasia port.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-24°C
Current
None
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include Mediterranean moray, Turkish wrasse, white seabream, Mediterranean violet aeolid, and various wrasses.
No, Korfos is rated for intermediate divers and requires an Advanced qualification for those with Open Water certification.
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 20 metres.
Korfos is a boat-only dive site; you must access the water from a vessel.
Water temperatures range from 17C in early spring to 24C in September.
Diving at Korfos in Santorini requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Korfos in Santorini. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Korfos in Santorini are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.