Five Days of Crete Diving: 10 Dives Around Myrthianos Plakias

On the south coast of Crete, in the little coastal settlement of Myrthianos Plakias, Five Days of Fun Diving • 10 Dives runs from the compact Dive2gether Crete center. This five-day package delivers two guided dives each day in calm seas known for exceptional, 30-meter visibility and a coastline carved by rocky gorges, drop-offs and sculpted underwater rock formations. Days begin at Dive2gether Crete, where your small group—limited to six divers—meets the guide, fits gear and reviews dive plans. The day’s rhythm is reassuringly simple: a morning shore dive of 45–60 minutes, a lazy lunch at a beach taverna, then a second afternoon dive. Transport to shore sites is provided when needed, and the shop supplies air, weights and rental equipment if required. Photographs taken by the guide are available to purchase, and you can upgrade from shore to boat dives subject to availability. What sets this program apart is its focus on relaxed, consistent diving in varied terrain. Sites near Plakias feature immediate drop-offs, narrow gorges and rocky ledges that funnel marine life into tight, photo-friendly pockets—ideal for spotting shy groupers, octopus and colorful nudibranchs. Clear water lets you watch the reefscape unfold well ahead, turning each descent into a short exploration rather than a transit. Small group sizes and local guides mean brief, customized briefings and more surface time at the beach. Practicalities matter here: the minimum age is 10, and participants must hold a scuba certification and demonstrate basic fitness. The schedule runs roughly eight hours a day—sufficient for two quality dives without feeling rushed. Lunch in the taverna is not included, so budgeting for fresh seafood or simple Cretan dishes keeps things straightforward and local. Beyond the dives, the setting is quietly maritime. The south Cretan coast has long supported fishing and small-scale tourism, and local tavernas preserve that straightforward character. Conservation-wise, guides emphasize no-touch policies, reef-safe sunscreen and briefings that minimize habitat disruption. Who should book this? Travel companions who want repeated, varied dives without the logistics hassle, photographers chasing clear light and macro subjects, and families with certified young divers. If you want dependable visibility, sheltered conditions and the chance to explore dramatic underwater geology every day, Five Days of Fun Diving • 10 Dives out of Dive2gether Crete in Myrthianos Plakias makes a practical, memorable base for Crete’s southern underwater playground. The program includes transport to beaches when needed, and rental kits can include BCDs, regulators, wetsuits, fins and computers. Guides provide safety briefings, and dives typically fit conservative recreational profiles. Bring your logbook and certification card and sturdy footwear for the shore approach. Book early to secure preferred dates—availability fills quickly. Contact Dive2gether Crete at the meeting point for details and pricing.