

Best for intermediate divers, 21-40m, boat entry.
Kournonisi, located off Naxos, features a combination of reef topography and cavern exploration. The site reaches depths of 40 metres, though shallower sections remain accessible for less experienced divers. Visibility typically ranges between 10 and 30 metres, with minimal current aiding navigation. The cavern provides an overhead environment, requiring careful air management and guide supervision. Divers should be aware of surge and the presence of sharp sea urchins on the reef. Access is exclusively by boat, situated 1000 metres from the shore. Facilities including air fills and boat charters are available through local operators.
37.14457, 25.29505
Book a boat with a guide who knows the cavern well, as good torch positioning makes a real difference to what you can see inside. Facilities vary, so confirm equipment availability with your operator before heading out.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
21-40m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-21°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
The site is rated for intermediate divers. While there are shallower areas, the presence of a cavern and depths reaching 40 metres require appropriate certification and experience.
The reef extends to a maximum depth of 40 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres across the site.
Kournonisi is a boat dive located 1000 metres from the shore. A boat is required to reach the site.
The site is primarily designed for diving due to the depth of the reef and the nature of the cavern environment.
Hazards include the overhead cavern environment, surge, and sharp sea urchins on the reef. Divers should monitor their air supply closely and avoid contact with the reef.
Diving at Kournonisi in Pantieronisi requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Kournonisi in Pantieronisi. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 21°C.
Visibility at Kournonisi in Pantieronisi typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.