

Best for beginner divers, 6-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Mourtias Reef features a combination of shallow reef and vertical wall topography. The reef begins at 6 metres, providing a comfortable environment for beginners, before the wall descends to a maximum depth of 30 metres. Divers can expect visibility between 20 and 25 metres and mild currents. Access to this site is by boat only. Due to the significant depth of the wall, divers should monitor their depth gauges closely. The site is home to a variety of marine life, including octopus, scorpionfish, snowflake morays, yellowtail damselfish, wrasse, nudibranchs, sea bream, and honeycomb grouper.
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Spend the first part of your dive in the shallower reef zone to build confidence before approaching the wall, where depths increase significantly. Check with your boat operator about current conditions on the day, as even mild currents can feel more noticeable along the wall.
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Depth
6-30m
Visibility
20-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-23°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Divers can observe octopus, scorpionfish, snowflake morays, yellowtail damselfish, wrasse, nudibranchs, sea bream, and honeycomb grouper.
Yes, the shallower reef sections starting at 6 metres are suitable for beginners, though the wall drops to 30 metres, which exceeds the recommended limit for Open Water divers.
The site ranges from 6 metres at the shallowest point to a maximum depth of 30 metres, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Mourtias Reef is accessible by boat only.
While the site is primarily a dive location, the shallower reef sections at 6 metres may be accessible for snorkelling depending on conditions.
The primary hazards are the deep wall, which reaches 30 metres, and the presence of sharks. Divers should maintain calm movements if a shark is encountered and monitor their depth gauge.
Diving at Mourtias Reef in Alonnisos requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 7mm wetsuit or semi-dry is recommended for diving at Mourtias Reef in Alonnisos. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 23°C.
The best months to visit Mourtias Reef in Alonnisos are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Mourtias Reef in Alonnisos typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Mourtias Reef in Alonnisos typically ranges from 20 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.