

Best for advanced divers, 18-30m, shore entry, moderate current.
Balco sub is a wreck dive located in Attica, Greece, suited for advanced divers. The site features a wreck structure resting at depths between 18 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 24 metres. Divers enter from the shore to explore the wreck, which requires careful navigation due to the overhead environment and potential for entanglement. Visibility typically ranges from 15 to 25 metres, though conditions vary alongside moderate currents. Species recorded around this area include crab, bream, snail, and rockpool prawn. Divers should arrive self-sufficient as there are no on-site facilities, and confirm access arrangements locally before planning a dive.
37.94247, 23.64378
Check current and visibility conditions before gearing up, as both can change quickly at this site. Given the lack of on-site facilities, arrive with everything you need and confirm access arrangements locally.
Located 40 minutes from Athens.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
18-30m
Visibility
15-25m
Skill Level
Advanced
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
15-26°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
45 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Species recorded around this area include crab, bream, snail, and rockpool prawn.
No, this site is intended for advanced divers due to the wreck environment, potential for entanglement, and variable currents.
The wreck lies at depths between 18 and 30 metres, with an average depth of 24 metres.
This is a shore entry dive.
Visibility ranges from 15 to 25 metres, and currents are moderate. Conditions can change quickly, so check them before gearing up.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Balco sub in Athens. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 26°C.
The best months to visit Balco sub in Athens are April, May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.