

Best for intermediate divers, 18-25m, boat entry, mild current.
Stephen's Reef is a marine site located near Naxos, Greece, featuring a reef structure that reaches depths between 18 and 25 metres. With an average depth of 22 metres, this site is accessible only by boat. Divers can expect consistent visibility of 30 metres and mild currents. The topography consists of a reef structure with sharp coral and rocks, requiring careful buoyancy control to avoid contact. Given the depth, divers should monitor their air consumption and bottom time closely throughout the typical 45-minute dive. This site is suited for intermediate divers who are comfortable managing their depth and buoyancy in an open-water reef environment.
37.02312, 25.35080
The consistent 30-metre visibility means timing your dive for flat, calm conditions matters less here than at murkier sites, but check the mild current direction before descending as it can influence your drift and turnaround point.
Visited on local day-boat schedules.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-25m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
17-23°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site ranges from 18 to 25 metres deep, with an average depth of 22 metres.
No, the site is rated for intermediate divers due to the depth and the need for precise buoyancy control around sharp reef structures.
Access to Stephen's Reef is by boat only.
Water temperatures range from 17C in the winter and spring months to a high of 23C in August and September.
The reef features sharp coral and rocks that can cause cuts upon contact. Divers should also monitor their depth and air supply closely due to the 25-metre maximum depth.
Diving at Stephen s reef in Naxos requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Stephen s reef in Naxos. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 23°C.
The best months to visit Stephen s reef in Naxos are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.