Do I need scuba certification?

Yes — all divers must present a valid scuba certification (minimum Open Water) and complete a medical fitness form before diving.

Is equipment rental available?

Yes — full equipment rental (BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask, fins, snorkel, dive computer) is offered at the dive centre for an additional fee.

Are lunches included?

Lunch is not included; you’ll stop at the beachside taverna between dives and can purchase food there.

What is the minimum age to dive?

Minimum age is 10 years old; minors must meet medical and certification requirements and dive with a guardian as appropriate.

Can I upgrade to boat dives?

Yes — shore dives can be upgraded to boat dives in person at the dive school subject to availability and extra cost.

How long are the dives?

Each dive normally lasts about 45–60 minutes depending on conditions, air supply and profile.

Shore Diving in Myrthianos Plakias: Two Dives with Dive2gether Crete | Scuba | Water Activities

On Crete’s south coast near Myrthianos Plakias, Dive2gether Crete runs a full-day shore dive experience that pairs crystalline Mediterranean water with dramatic underwater topography. The Third Day of the nine-day package brings two certified dives in a dive zone known for long sightlines—visibility often hits 30 meters—and a sequence of drop-offs, gorges, and jagged rocky formations that frame the reefs. You meet at Dive2gether Crete where staff fit rental gear and serve drinks before the safety briefing. Small groups (maximum six) mean your guide can point out the area’s best features: vertical walls that tumble into deeper blue, swim-throughs carved by currents, and sandy ledges where wrasse and damselfish patrol. Each dive lasts roughly 45–60 minutes; between dives you’ll head to a beachfront taverna for lunch (not included) and time to dry gear and swap photos. Transport to shore and back is included if you need it; air and weights are supplied. The underwater geology is the trip’s standout: banded limestone cliffs that fall away into steep gorges create dramatic light shafts and protected pockets where life concentrates. Expect Mediterranean species—sea bream, octopus, and groups of colourful wrasses—and keep an eye out for moray eels tucked into crevices. On calm days the surface lies flat, making entries easy and exit points predictable for shore dives, while an upgrade to boat dives is sometimes available if you prefer to reach more remote drop-offs. This trip works best for divers with at least Open Water certification and good buoyancy control; the guide will review site-specific navigation and safety protocols. The program is family-friendly for older kids (minimum age 10) and suitable for divers up to 75, but everyone completes a medical fitness form before diving. Photography options are strong: your guide takes shots you can purchase for a small fee, and there’s fresh seaside light for above-water frames at the taverna. Why book this with Dive2gether Crete? Small groups, local knowledge, and a focus on safety make it a reliable way to see Crete’s lesser-known southern reefs without the crowds that gather on the island’s north side. The itinerary is straightforward—briefing, two dives, lunch, gear wash—and it’s anchored by a genuine beachside taverna that keeps the day relaxed. If you want vivid visibility, dramatic drop-offs, and the chance to surface over a photo-ready cove, this shore diving day in Myrthianos Plakias delivers. Bring your certification card and logbook, swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, hat and a small wallet for lunch or photo purchases. Check-in is ten minutes early and Dive2gether Crete will scan a QR code from your booking confirmation. Rental dive kits are available, and shore entries mean simple parking options; if you lack a car, the operator offers transport today.