

Best for intermediate divers, Up to 25m, boat entry, mild current.
Seals Cave in Attica offers a combination of wall diving and cave exploration. The site reaches depths of 25 metres with consistent visibility of 20 metres and mild currents. Divers must navigate an overhead environment within the cave, requiring careful buoyancy control to maintain visibility. Access is by boat only, and divers should be aware of active boat traffic in the area. Due to the overhead environment and depth, this site is suited for intermediate divers. Always deploy a surface marker buoy before ascending to ensure visibility to passing vessels. The site is best accessed early in the day to avoid increasing boat traffic.
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Arrive early in the day to avoid the worst of the boat traffic, which can pick up considerably as the morning progresses. Keep a surface marker buoy ready for your ascent, as passing vessels may not spot divers surfacing in open water.
Access is by boat, with a 10 minute travel time.
Expected in this region. No sightings logged here yet.
Depth
Up to 25m
Visibility
20m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
15-25°C
Current
Mild
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
There is no confirmed species data for this site.
No, this site is rated for intermediate divers due to the overhead cave environment and depth.
The site reaches a maximum depth of 25 metres.
Seals Cave requires boat access.
Hazards include the overhead cave environment, potential for low visibility if silt is stirred up, and active boat traffic requiring the use of a surface marker buoy.
Diving at Seals cave in Chania requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Seals cave in Chania. Water temperatures range from 15°C to 25°C.
The best months to visit Seals cave in Chania are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Seals cave in Chania typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Seals cave in Chania typically ranges from 20 metres to 20 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.