

Best for beginner divers, 15-42m, boat entry.
Monastiry Exo is a marine dive site located 100 metres off Corfu Island, Greece. The site features a combination of a cave system and a reef, with visibility consistently reaching 30 metres. Divers can explore depths ranging from 15 to 42 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres. Access is by boat only. While the site is suitable for beginners, the maximum depth of 42 metres exceeds entry-level certification limits, requiring careful dive planning. Guided tours are available through the local dive shop to assist with navigating the cave and deeper reef sections. Water temperatures range between 15C and 20C throughout the year.
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Book a guided tour through the on-site dive shop, as the cave and deeper sections of the reef are easier to navigate with a local guide who knows the layout. The site runs year-round, so there is genuine flexibility when planning your trip.
Boat dive off the northeast coast of Corfu in the Kalami-Nissaki area.
Recorded at this site
Depth
15-42m
Visibility
30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-20°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, though the maximum depth of 42 metres is beyond beginner limits. Divers should plan their maximum depth carefully and stay within the shallower sections of the site according to their certification level.
The site ranges from 15 to 42 metres deep, with an average depth of 22 metres.
This is a boat dive located 100 metres from the shore; a boat is required to reach the site.
Water temperatures range from 15C to 20C, with the lowest temperatures occurring in March, April, and May, and the highest in November.
The primary hazard is the depth, which reaches 42 metres. Divers should plan their maximum depth before entering the water and remain close to their guide and the boat.
Diving at Monastiry exo in Kalami requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Monastiry exo in Kalami. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Monastiry exo in Kalami. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Monastiry exo in Kalami are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.