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Take your Open Water certification to the next level off the coast of Nea Makri. Five adventure dives, flexible scheduling and local instructors make this a practical way to expand dive skills and unlock new sites in the Aegean.
Take your Open Water certification to the next level off the coast of Nea Makri. Five adventure dives, flexible scheduling and local instructors make this a practical way to expand dive skills and unlock new sites in the Aegean.
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Off the sunlit coast of Nea Makri, Greece, the Advanced Open Water Diver Course takes confident beginners into the deeper, more technical side of Mediterranean scuba. Based in the coastal town of Nea Makri, this program uses the Aegean’s clear waters and a string of nearby dive sites to refine buoyancy, navigation and deep-diving skills across five guided adventure dives. You’ll complete required Deep and Underwater Navigation dives and choose three specialties — options range from wreck exploration and night diving to peak performance buoyancy and search-and-recovery. The course blends online theory with in-water instruction, so you’ll study at your own pace before practicing skills in bays, reefs and occasional nearshore wrecks. The local seascape is defined by low limestone cliffs, small rocky reefs and expanses of Posidonia oceanica seagrass; those seagrass meadows host colorful nudibranchs, cuttlefish and schooling sea bream while deeper rubble and wreck sites attract groupers, octopus and the occasional moray. Visibility in summer often exceeds 15 meters, making navigation drills and deep profile practice especially rewarding. What sets this operation apart is flexibility and local knowledge: instructors plan your five dives with attention to conditions and your goals, they provide equipment use, teach practical skills in real-world sites and issue certification from a major dive association on completion. Logistics are straightforward — free pick-up is offered around Nea Makri and there are options to reach the center by taxi or public bus. Minimum age is 12; Open Water Diver certification is required. For visiting divers this course isn’t just training, it’s a gateway to a part of Attica that marries accessible shore access with boat dives into deeper territory. After the water, walkers can explore the coastline toward nearby Marathon for a touch of local history. The course’s focus on safe, controlled progression makes it ideal for travelers who want a compact, practical certification that opens new dive types without committing to a full specialty program. Practical notes: avoid flying within 12 hours of diving, complete the medical questionnaire beforehand and bring swimwear and towels. The structure — two required dives plus three electives — means you can tailor the experience toward photography, wrecks or night skills. If you love methodical skill-building amid clear Aegean waters and want a certification that expands what you can safely explore, this Advanced Open Water Diver Course in Nea Makri is a smart, sea-focused next step. The price includes use of necessary diving equipment, certification card and course materials; theory is available online or in the Advanced Open Water Diver manual. Sessions can be scheduled around your free time. Note: diving within 12 hours of flying is discouraged and certain medical conditions may preclude participation—complete the health questionnaire before arrival. Please.
moderate.
2–3 days.
Good basic fitness with comfort swimming and carrying gear; ability to manage stairs and boat climbs.
You must hold an Open Water Diver certification and be at least 12 years old; complete the medical questionnaire before diving.
The course includes five adventure dives: the Deep and Underwater Navigation dives are required plus three electives you choose.
Yes — the use of necessary diving equipment is included, along with theory materials and the certification card upon completion.
Yes — options include wreck, night, boat and other specialty adventure dives depending on your chosen electives and conditions.
Typically 2–3 days depending on scheduling and sea conditions; theory can be completed online in advance.
Some pre-existing conditions like asthma or heart issues may prevent participation; consult a physician and complete the health form.
Nea Makri sits on the Attica coast not far from Marathon; the shoreline has long been tied to fishing and coastal navigation traditions.
Posidonia meadows are protected—avoid contact, use proper ballast control and never collect or disturb marine life.
Kanelakis Diving Experiences is a Nea Makri–based dive operator offering guided snorkeling trips, beginner certification courses, advanced training and boat dives in the Mediterranean Sea. Operating from the Schinias Bay area and exploring Marathon Cape and nearby dive sites, the company focuses on small group sizes and personalized instruction to maximize safety and learning. The business provides Discover Scuba Diving sessions suitable for participants aged 8 and up, complete with a comprehensive safety briefing, hands-on training and a supervised 30–40 minute introductory dive. For newcomers who want certification, Kanelakis Diving Experiences offers Scuba Diver and Open Water Diver courses designed for beginners, delivering full equipment, instructor-led lessons and structured pool and open-water sessions within Schinias Bay. For certified divers, guided boat dives visit diverse sites, warm waters and local wrecks roughly 45 minutes from central Athens. Advanced training is available through the Advanced Open Water Diver Course, which includes five dives covering specialties such as Deep and Underwater Navigation, with options to experience Night and Wreck dives. All courses and trips include necessary equipment, clear instruction and emphasis on safety procedures and interactive learning. Kanelakis Diving Experiences positions itself as a hands-on, locally operated provider that combines coastal accessibility in Nea Makri with focused, small-group experiences for families, beginners and experienced divers.
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