

Best for intermediate divers, 15-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Alexanders Cave is a boat-access dive site located off Paxos Island in the Ionian Islands. The site features a cave environment with depths ranging from 15 to 30 metres, averaging 22 metres. It is suited for intermediate divers looking to gain experience in overhead environments. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility between 15 and 30 metres. Divers should carry a primary dive light and a backup torch to explore the cave interior. As facilities vary, confirm boat operator availability and gear rental options on Paxos Island before planning your trip. Typical dives at this location last approximately 45 minutes.
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Arrive with a torch even if you have a dive light, as the cave interior benefits from a backup. Confirm boat operator availability and any gear rental options locally before your trip, as facilities vary.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
15-30m
Visibility
15-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-21°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
The site ranges from 15 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 22 metres.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the overhead environment of the cave.
Access to Alexanders Cave is by boat only.
This site is a cave dive ranging from 15 to 30 metres deep and is not suitable for snorkelling.
Hazards include the overhead environment of the cave and the potential for low visibility.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Alexanders Cave in Paxos Island. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 21°C.
The best months to visit Alexanders Cave in Paxos Island are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Alexanders Cave in Paxos Island typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Alexanders Cave in Paxos Island typically ranges from 15 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.