

Best for beginner divers, 5-40m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Palaiokastritsa Beach offers a diverse underwater landscape featuring reefs, walls, caves, caverns, and a wreck. Located 100 metres from shore, the site is accessible by boat and provides a varied environment for beginner divers. Depths range from 5 to 40 metres, with an average of 20 metres. Conditions are generally manageable with mild currents and visibility between 10 and 35 metres. Divers should be aware of boat traffic and the overhead environment within the caves. Local dive centres provide air fills and equipment rental, and boat transport is necessary to navigate the site effectively. Typical dives last approximately 45 minutes.
39.67157, 19.70377
A boat is required to reach the site, so arrange your trip through a local dive centre who can guide you to the caves and caverns, which are easy to miss if you do not know where to look. The site dives year-round, so there is no strict seasonal window to plan around.
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Depth
5-40m
Visibility
10-35m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-20°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers, offering a varied landscape with manageable conditions and mild currents.
The site features depths ranging from 5 to 40 metres, with an average depth of 20 metres.
While the site is 100 metres from shore, a boat is required to reach the specific caves and caverns.
Divers should be cautious of boat traffic and the overhead environment presented by the caves and caverns.
The site is primarily used for diving, and boat access is required to reach the features.
Diving at Palaiokastritsa Beach in Corfu requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Palaiokastritsa Beach in Corfu. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Palaiokastritsa Beach in Corfu. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 20°C.
The best months to visit Palaiokastritsa Beach in Corfu are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Palaiokastritsa Beach in Corfu typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Palaiokastritsa Beach in Corfu typically ranges from 10 metres to 35 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.