

Best for beginner divers, 10-36m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Achata Cave is a diverse site featuring a cave, cavern, reef, and wall topography located 50 metres from the shore of Karpathos, Greece. The site offers depths ranging from 10 to 36 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres. Divers and snorkellers can access the site by boat or from the shore. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 10 and 30 metres. The underwater environment includes a pebble-bottomed bay and cliffs. Hazards to note include the overhead environment, sea urchins, and lionfish. Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Turkish Wrasse, European Parrotfish, Castagnole, White Seabream, Bluespotted Cornetfish, Wide Eyed Flounder, Madeira Rockfish, Long-spined Sea Urchin, Salema Porgy, Rockpool Prawn, and Boga.
35.55842, 27.20363
The east coastline is usually much more interesting for snorkeling and diving.
Achata beach can be accessed easy.
Recorded at this site
Depth
10-36m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
17-22°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner divers.
The depth ranges from 10 to 36 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Yes, Achata Cave is suitable for both diving and snorkelling, with a snorkel rating of 4 out of 5.
Yes, the site allows for both boat and shore entries.
Species recorded around this area include Indian Lionfish, Turkish Wrasse, European Parrotfish, Castagnole, White Seabream, Bluespotted Cornetfish, Wide Eyed Flounder, Madeira Rockfish, Long-spined Sea Urchin, Salema Porgy, Rockpool Prawn, and Boga.
Diving at Achata Cave in Pigadia requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Achata Cave in Pigadia. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 22°C.
The best months to visit Achata Cave in Pigadia are May, June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Divers at Achata Cave in Pigadia should be aware of lionfish, jellyfish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.
Achata Cave in Pigadia typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Achata Cave in Pigadia typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.