

Best for intermediate divers, Up to 30m, boat entry, mild current.
St Nickolas in Naxos, Greece, offers a varied underwater experience combining a cave system, a wall, and a reef. Reached by boat, the site reaches depths of 30 metres and is suited for intermediate divers. Visibility ranges from 15 to 30 metres. Divers should be aware of mild currents and potential surge within the cave, which can develop rapidly even in calm surface conditions. If surge increases, it is recommended to move to the open wall or reef. Species recorded around this area include Great Barracuda, Common Octopus, Mediterranean Moray, Turkish Wrasse, and various species of bream and nudibranchs.
37.06151, 25.34597
Keep an eye on swell conditions before heading out, as surge inside the cave can pick up quickly even on days that look settled on the surface. Arrive early when the water tends to be at its calmest and visibility at its best.
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Recorded at this site
Depth
Up to 30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Species recorded around this area include Great Barracuda, Common Octopus, Mediterranean Moray, Turkish Wrasse, various bream species, and nudibranchs like the Cratena Slug.
St Nickolas is rated for intermediate divers due to the overhead cave environment and depths reaching 30 metres.
The site ranges from the surface down to a maximum depth of 30 metres.
St Nickolas is a boat-only dive site.
While the site is primarily a dive location with depths up to 30 metres, the shallow sections of the reef and wall may be accessible to snorkellers depending on boat support and surface conditions.
Diving at St Nickolas in Náxos requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at St Nickolas in Náxos. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 23°C.
St Nickolas in Náxos typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at St Nickolas in Náxos typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.