Where do I meet the group?

Meet at Dive2gether Crete at the scheduled time; arrive 10 minutes early to allow for paperwork and gear fitting.

Is transport to the beach included?

Transport to the beach is provided if you don’t have a rental car; free parking is available if you drive yourself.

What is the minimum age and certification required?

Minimum age is 10 years; all participants must hold a valid scuba certification and fill out medical paperwork.

Photos taken by your guide are not included; the full set of images can be purchased for about 20 €.

Can I upgrade to a boat dive?

Yes — you can inquire at the dive school about upgrading from shore to boat dives subject to availability and additional cost.

What if I have a medical concern?

Everyone must complete medical paperwork; contact the operator in advance if you have concerns so they can advise or request medical clearance.

Shore Dives in Plakias: Two Guided Dives Through Crete's Rocky Gorges | Scuba | Water Activities

Four Days of Fun Diving — Third Day with Dive2gether Crete is a full eight-hour shore-diving day off Myrthianos Plakias on Crete’s southern coast. This guided experience includes two 45 to 60 minute dives exploring rocky drop-offs, narrow gorges, and submerged pinnacles in water that often offers visibility up to thirty meters. Small groups of up to six divers keep the pace personal: gear fitting and a safety briefing at the Dive2gether Crete meeting point, a morning dive, a beachside lunch at a local taverna, and an afternoon dive followed by gear wash and photo review back at the centre.

The coastline here is composed of layered limestone and schist that has been sculpted by sea and wind into cliffs, caves, and vertical walls. Those geological features create dramatic light and current breaks that attract Mediterranean species such as groupers, octopus, moray eels, colorful wrasse, and schooling bream. Sand channels between rock ledges offer macro opportunities while the walls provide dramatic wide-angle vistas, making the area appealing to both photographers and divers refining buoyancy control.

Practical details are straightforward. Divers must be at least ten years old, certified, and medically fit to dive. The operator supplies air and weights; full equipment rental including BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins, snorkel, and dive computer is available. If you do not have a rental car the shop offers transport to the beach; otherwise free parking is available. Lunch at the taverna is not included, and guides offer the full set of underwater photos for purchase.

This third-day itinerary stands out because it balances reliable conditions with geological variety. Calm seas and clear visibility let divers focus on exploration rather than navigation, while the small group size delivers coach-style guidance. It is an accessible but fulfilling day for intermediate divers building experience and for certified divers who want scenic, life-filled dives close to shore.

Book this trip to experience some of Crete’s southern underwater terrain without the hustle of larger operations. Dive2gether Crete’s local knowledge opens access to sites that show off the island’s rock formations and resident marine life while supporting a small operator that emphasizes safety, personal attention, and quality photos. Whether you are logging dives, chasing macro subjects, or composing wide-angle seascapes, this practical, well-paced day in Myrthianos Plakias will leave you with strong dives and sharp memories.

Local dive guides often point out historical coastal markers and Cretan fishing ruins above water, giving surface intervals a cultural dimension. The third day’s combination of accessible shore entries, geological diversity, and focused small-group instruction makes it a dependable choice for multi-day itineraries. Expect patient briefings, individualized assistance, and a rhythm that favors exploration over speed, leaving time for questions and photo critique. Daily.