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St. George

Located at the end of the bay of Hersonissos in Greece, the St. George dive site offers a captivating underwater experience. This wall type reef, named after the nearby St. George church, stretches approximately 300 meters in length and is divided into two parts for divers to explore - the Shallow and Deeper sections.

The Shallow part begins at a depth of 6 meters and gradually descends to around 12-13 meters. As you venture deeper into the Deeper part, the depth ranges from 12 to 19 meters. With a maximum depth of 14 meters, this site is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers.

Prepare to be mesmerized by the abundance of typical Mediterranean sea life that flourishes in these waters. However, it's worth noting that the Lionfish population has significantly increased, establishing their dominance along the reef wall.

Divers with an Open Water Diver (OWD) certification or higher are welcome to explore this site. The recommended maximum depth is 20 meters, and you can expect an enjoyable dive duration of 50-65 minutes. With a visibility distance of approximately 12 meters, you'll have the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the underwater wonders of St. George.

For those seeking convenience, St. George Sarandaris is located nearby at Οδος Αγιου Γεωργιου, Anissaras, in the Community of Limin Chersonisou, Chersonisos Municipal Unit, Municipality of Chersonissos, Heraklion Regional Unit, Region of Crete, 70014, Greece.

Discover the beauty that lies beneath the surface at the St. George dive site in Hersonissos, Greece. Begin your underwater adventure today.

Last updated: 12 mo. ago - Oct 3, 2023

Note: This dive site is not a verified dive site. Please dive with caution. This dive site might have incorrect information by the community.
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Dive Site Overview of St. George

Depth:14m
Visibility: 0m - 12m
Experience level:
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