

Best for beginner divers, 9-20m, boat entry.
Marathia in Zakynthos, Greece, offers a combination of wall and reef topography suitable for beginner divers. The site features an average depth of 10 metres, with a total depth range extending from 9 to 20 metres. Access to this location is exclusively by boat. Divers can expect visibility ranging between 10 and 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, reaching up to 25°C in September, though a thermocline may be present at depths of 18 metres or more where temperatures can drop to 20°C. Typical dives at this site last approximately 50 minutes.
37.66157, 20.85885
In most of the six caverns, divers can ascend to the surface, and two of them include a small lake inside the mountain.
Accessible by boat.
Recorded at this site
Depth
9-20m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
16-25°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
50 min
Yes, the site is rated as suitable for beginner skill levels.
The site has a depth range of 9 to 20 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Marathia requires boat access.
Water temperatures range from 16°C to 25°C depending on the month, with potential thermoclines at depths of 18 metres or more.
Diving at Marathia in Zakynthos requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Marathia in Zakynthos. Water temperatures range from 16°C to 25°C.
Divers at Marathia in Zakynthos should be aware of jellyfish, stonefish. These encounters are generally rare and avoidable with proper awareness. Follow local safety guidance and maintain a respectful distance from all marine life.