

Best for beginner divers, 1-23m, shore entry.
Amoopi in Karpathos, Greece, is a versatile site featuring a reef, canyon, wall, and cave system. Suitable for beginners, the site offers depths ranging from 1m to 23m with an average of 12m. Shore access is available, and the site is well-equipped with parking, a cafe, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station. Visibility varies between 5m and 30m, and water temperatures fluctuate from 17C to 24C throughout the year. Divers and snorkellers should be aware of boat traffic, sea urchins, and sharp coral in the area. Dive shops and boat charters are available nearby to facilitate guided tours.
35.47817, 27.19800
The best diving places in Amoopi are Votsalakia beach and the area of Kastelia, where the seabed is shallow and rocky.
Amoopi beaches can be accessed easily.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 23m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
17-24°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
60 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, with an average depth of 12m and a maximum depth of 23m.
Access to the site is via the shore.
Yes, Amoopi is highly rated for snorkelling.
Divers and snorkellers should watch for boat traffic, sea urchins, and sharp coral.
The site provides parking, a cafe, toilets, showers, changing rooms, and a rinse station.
Diving at Amoopi in Pigadia requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Amoopi in Pigadia. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 24°C.
The best months to visit Amoopi in Pigadia are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Amoopi in Pigadia typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.