Get your first breath underwater off Nea Makri with small-group instruction and guided shallow dives. This all-inclusive experience is tailored for beginners and showcases the accessible marine life and easy-entry dive sites just outside Athens.
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Salt and pine meet on the shore as instructors check gear and the Aegean pulls at your fins. In Nea Makri the sea feels immediate—cool at first contact, then alive with small fish darting through rocky outcrops. You start on the beach with a short classroom session, then move into waist-deep water for basic skills before a 30–40 minute guided descent to 5–6 meters where the seabed unfolds: boulder fields, seagrass patches, and the occasional spiky wrasse that inspects new arrivals.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Light-moderate: basic swimming skills and comfort in shallow open water; not dependent on high fitness.
Wildlife
History
Nea Makri grew into a coastal town after 20th-century resettlements from Asia Minor; the area retains fishing traditions and proximity to Marathon’s historical sites.
Conservation
The nearby Schinias dunes and Posidonia seagrass beds are protected—avoid anchoring on seagrass, use mooring where available, and follow instructor guidance to minimize impact.
Reserve your spot on the Discover Small Group Scuba Diving Experience in Nea Makri, Athens today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Complete the health form honestly
Certain medical conditions and recent flights affect dive eligibility—answer the pre-dive questionnaire fully and consult a doctor if in doubt.
Practice equalizing before descent
Equalize your ears frequently during the shallow descent to 5–6 m to avoid discomfort and keep the dive relaxed.
Bring a warm layer for after the dive
Surface winds and wet skin cool quickly—pack a light fleece or robe to stay comfortable while photos and debriefs are handled.
Protect seagrass and marine life
Avoid touching or finning near Posidonia meadows; they’re fragile and critical habitat for juvenile fish.
Swimsuit
Worn under the wetsuit or on its own for surface time and practice in shallow water.
Towel and warm top
Quick-dry towel and a fleece or windbreaker for post-dive warmth.
Sunscreen (reef-safe)
Protects exposed skin during surface time—use reef-safe formulas to limit environmental impact.
summer
Water shoes or sandals
Useful for rocky beach entries and walking to the dive launch area.