

Best for beginner divers, 1-5m, shore entry, mild current.
Glastres Beach in Palio offers a accessible shore entry for snorkellers. The site features a rocky reef located on the right side of the beach, providing a shallow environment with depths ranging from 1 to 5 metres and an average of 3 metres. Conditions are generally calm with mild currents and visibility typically between 10 and 20 metres. The site is well-suited for beginners and families, supported by local facilities including parking, showers, and changing rooms. Water temperatures fluctuate significantly throughout the year, ranging from 13C in the winter months to 27C in August.
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The beach is less crowded than commercial city beaches because it is surrounded by residential property.
Located 6km west of Kavala on the coastal road. Accessible by car, taxi, or bus number 4 from the Kavala central bus station.
No known hazards
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
Up to 5m
Visibility
10-20m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
13-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to its shallow depths and calm water conditions.
The depth at the reef ranges from 1 to 5 metres, with an average depth of 3 metres.
Glastres Beach is a shore entry site.
Yes, the site is designed for snorkelling and has a snorkel rating of 3 out of 5.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Glastres Beach (Palio) in Palio Tsifliki. Water temperatures range from 13°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Glastres Beach (Palio) in Palio Tsifliki are June, July, August, and September. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Glastres Beach (Palio) in Palio Tsifliki typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Glastres Beach (Palio) in Palio Tsifliki typically ranges from 10 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.