

Best for beginner divers, 18-35m, shore & boat entry, mild current.
Panagopoula Achaia is a marine site featuring a combination of reef and cave topography. Suitable for beginners, the site offers both shore and boat entry options with mild currents. Depths range from 18 to 35 metres, with an average of 22 metres. Visibility varies significantly, ranging from 5 to 30 metres. Divers should be aware of sea urchins present on the reef and near entry points. Facilities at the site include parking, toilets, showers, changing rooms, a rinse station, air fills, a dive shop, guided tours, and a cafe. Species recorded around this area include common octopus, wrasses, bream, and various nudibranchs.
38.32775, 21.93843
The site is accessible year-round and has solid facilities including parking, showers, and changing rooms, so there is no need to rush back to your accommodation wet and uncomfortable. Arrive earlier in the day when visibility tends to be at its best before any afternoon boat traffic or wind picks up.
Easy shore access from the coast.
Recorded at this site
Depth
18-35m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore & Boat
Water Temp
15-27°C
Current
Mild
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Species recorded around this area include common octopus, wrasses, bream, Mediterranean cardinalfish, castagnole, sea stars, snails, sea squirts, hard coral, and various nudibranchs such as the Cratena slug and white-spotted yellow nudibranch.
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners due to the mild currents and accessible reef and cave features.
The site reaches depths between 18 and 35 metres, with an average depth of 22 metres.
Yes, the site allows for both shore and boat entry.
Sea urchins are present on the reef and around entry and exit points. Divers should wear appropriate footwear and avoid placing hands or knees on rocky surfaces.
Diving at Panagopoula Achaia in Panagopoula requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Panagopoula Achaia in Panagopoula. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 27°C.
The best months to visit Panagopoula Achaia in Panagopoula are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Panagopoula Achaia in Panagopoula typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Panagopoula Achaia in Panagopoula typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.