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Eighteen dives across eight days, crystal-clear visibility and small-group coaching on Crete’s southern shore—this package is built for certified divers who want volume, variety and photos of their progress. Read on to learn how logistics, marine life and local culture come together in Plakias.
Eighteen dives across eight days, crystal-clear visibility and small-group coaching on Crete’s southern shore—this package is built for certified divers who want volume, variety and photos of their progress. Read on to learn how logistics, marine life and local culture come together in Plakias.
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Operated by Dive2gether Crete · Myrthianos Plakias
On the southern shore of Crete near Myrthianos Plakias, Nine Days of Fun Diving compresses the island’s best shore and optional boat dives into an eight-day itinerary that delivers 18 dives and marine habits you’ll remember. This dive package centers on long visibility - often 30 meters - steep rock walls, gorges and drop-offs carved from limestone and schist. Calm seas are common here, and a small-group approach (six divers) keeps boat and shore entries efficient and personal.
Each day begins at Dive2gether Crete, where guides fit equipment, brief safety protocols and point out site-specific features: swim-throughs, vertical walls, and patches of Posidonia seagrass that shelter juvenile fish. The itinerary gives two 45–60 minute dives per day punctuated by a lunch at a local beach taverna. Transport to shore sites is included when needed; air and weights are supplied, with optional full-equipment rentals and photo packages available after the surface interval.
What makes this experience stand out is the mix of dramatic underwater topography and easy logistics. The Plakias coast combines accessible shore entries with dramatic drop-offs - ideal for nitrogen-conscious multi-day diving - and visibility that makes navigation straightforward. Dive guides photograph your dives so you can review marine life, from colorful nudibranchs and octopus to larger Mediterranean grouper, and practice buoyancy in a forgiving environment.
Practical notes matter: certificated divers only; medical clearance required where appropriate; pregnant divers or those attempting pregnancy should not dive. Groups remain intentionally small to limit reef impact and maximize instructor attention. The local operators also emphasize low-impact practices - briefings include no-touch policies and guidance on finning to avoid stirring sediment from fragile seagrass beds.
For visitors combining diving with island time, Plakias offers a tidy base: a short drive from the dive center brings you to village tavernas, sandy coves and sunset views of the Libyan Sea. The local dive school’s presence helps sustain marine stewardship and provides an accessible gateway to exploring Crete’s southern shore without complicated transfers.
This program is perfect for certified divers aged 10 to 75 in good general fitness who want frequent dives, consistent visibility and a photo record of their underwater progress. Whether you’re chasing walls, gorges or simply the clarity that reveals marine life at a distance, the Nine Days of Fun Diving package in Plakias is a practical, well-organized route into some of Crete’s clearest water.
Daily briefings include site maps, emergency plans, while small six-person groups let instructors coach closely underwater photography and trim adjustments. Though most dives are shore entries, the school offers an on-the-spot upgrade to boat dives when conditions and availability allow, opening deeper walls and caves. Surface intervals at beach tavernas give a taste of Crete - fresh seafood, cooling winds and a chance to compare photos with your guide.
moderate.
8 hours.
Good general fitness; able to perform two 45–60 minute dives in a day and manage gear and shore entries
Yes. Open Water certification (or equivalent) is required for all participants; instructors will check certification and logbooks.
Minimum age is 10; youth must meet fitness and certification requirements and follow instructor guidance.
Guides take dive photos; the full photo package is available to purchase, typically for 20 € as an optional extra.
Yes. Upgrades from shore to boat dives are possible in person at the dive centre depending on availability and conditions.
Full rental (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins, dive computer) is offered as an extra if you don't bring personal gear.
Medical clearance may be required for some conditions; pregnant divers or those attempting pregnancy should not dive.
Crete’s southern coast has a long maritime history tied to fishing and small coastal villages; local tavernas still reflect that seafaring culture.
Operators emphasize no-touch diving, careful finning to avoid seagrass damage and support for local marine stewardship initiatives.
Dive2gether Crete is a dive and snorkelling operator based in Myrthianos Plakias, Greece. The centre organizes a range of guided experiences including boat diving, shore diving, family snorkelling trips, PADI Try Scuba sessions and marine biology dives focused on seagrass restoration. Many trips run in small groups and include safety briefings, local site orientation and underwater photos provided after the activity. Boat diving options feature a comfortable boat equipped for day trips with a sundeck and prepacked lunches on selected itineraries. Shore diving programs explore gorges and rocky formations with visibility reported around 30m on many sites. The Try Scuba option is delivered with a dedicated private instructor and takes place at accessible beach sites. Marine biology dives are available for certified divers and include hands-on seagrass planting and a lab session to inspect microscopic life. Snorkelling choices include family-friendly afternoon boat snorkelling, the Kourtaliotiko Waterfalls snorkel with guided hiking and transport, and a night snorkelling experience led with bright dive lights to reveal nocturnal marine activity. All trip descriptions specify calm seas and excellent visibility at many locations. Dive2gether Crete lists multiple multi-day programs (two- and three-day options) to accommodate visiting divers. The operator emphasizes small-group attention, local sites near Plakias, and photographic records of guests’ underwater experiences.
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