Santorini & the Caldera · Greece · Reef
Adiavatos Reef
Rock carpeted in shellfish and invertebrates near the caldera rim
Adiavatos is a reef inside the rim of the caldera, near the volcano, and a favourite with local divers. Its rock is covered with shellfish and invertebrates, with the chance of barracuda and groupers on a lucky day.
Also known as Adiavatous Reef, Adiavatos.
Where it is and how deep
No published position for this site — the map shows Santorini & the Caldera and its other sites; operators know the mooring.
The dive
The dive reaches a maximum depth of 30 m. Crustaceans and invertebrates cover the reef, and fish around it include wrasse and anthias, while groupers and barracuda turn up on the luckier dives.
Marine life and season
- Barracuda
- Groupers
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Good | Good | Good | Good | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Prime | Good | Good |
Season follows Santorini & the Caldera: Diving runs all year. April to November is the main season, with the calmest seas in summer; winter water averages about 16°C.
Dive videos
Santorini Scuba Diving 2010 · Dive In Action on YouTube
Sources
- Volcano Dive from Caldera Beach in Santorini — Manawa
- Santorini Scuba Diving — Greeka
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Cave & cavern
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Wreck
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Similar dives elsewhere
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