Unlock the secrets of the Mediterranean near Athens with Kanelakis Diving Experiences. Small-group boat dives introduce certified divers to ancient wrecks, clear waters, and abundant marine life off Marathon’s coast.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4–6 hours including boat transit and dives
Fitness Level
Good swimming ability and physical fitness to handle boat transfers and repeated underwater maneuvers.
Wildlife
History
Marathon’s coastal waters were once part of a strategic ancient trade route, with shipwrecks dating back millennia resting below the surface.
Conservation
Kanelakis Diving Experiences emphasizes low-impact diving practices to protect fragile marine ecosystems and supports local conservation efforts.
Kanelakis Diving Experiences
Unlock the secrets of the Mediterranean near Athens with Kanelakis Diving Experiences. Small-group boat dives introduce certified divers to ancient wrecks, clear waters, and abundant marine life off Marathon’s coast.
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.
Location
Nea Makri
Based on Schinias Bay coast
Trips Offered
5 Trips
Snorkeling to certification courses
Small Groups
Personalized
Focused instruction and guided dives
Certification
Open & Advanced
Courses for beginners and advanced
Book a snorkeling trip, Discover Scuba session, boat dive or certification course — limited spaces for small group experiences.
Bring your certification card
Kanelakis Diving Experiences requires proof of certification for all divers to ensure safety and suitable group placement.
Hydrate before and after dives
The Mediterranean sun and saltwater can dehydrate you faster than expected, so carry water and drink regularly.
Ask about local marine life
Instructors have detailed knowledge of the unique species inhabiting these waters—engage them to enrich your dive experience.
Prepare for boat transfer conditions
Boat rides can be choppy depending on weather; bring motion sickness remedies if you’re sensitive.
Wetsuit 5mm or thicker
Provides necessary thermal protection in cooler months for comfortable, safer dives.
fall|winter|spring
Dive computer
Crucial for monitoring depth and time limits to ensure safe ascents and time underwater.
Surface marker buoy
Enhances safety by marking your position to boats during ascent in open water.
Anti-fog mask treatment
Keeps mask lenses clear for optimal underwater visibility throughout the dive.