Marathi Canyon

Location: Chania, Region of Crete, Greece

Also known as: Akrotiri Canyon, Marathi Bay Canyon, Marathi Reef, Souda Bay Fissure, Φαράγγι Μαράθι

Added by: kargig

Dive Site Specs

Max depth:
60m
Difficulty:
Advanced Open Water
Entry type:
Boat Dive
Coordinates:
35.520297, 24.185668 (Directions on Google Maps)
Rating:
4.0/5 (1 reviews)
Tags:
Boat Dive, Wall, Training, Deco, Tech, Deep, Canyon

Overview

Marathi Canyon in Crete begins at a depth of 8 meters and descends to 20 meters. It features a rich array of colors and diverse marine life. The canyon leads to a massive rock that offers an impressive wall dive down to 40 meters. The site is known for its dramatic topography and healthy Mediterranean marine ecosystem, including sponges and small reef fish.

Access: By boat.

Marine life: Documented marine species observed at Marathi Canyon include common octopuses (Octopus vulgaris), Mediterranean moray eels (Muraena helena), damselfish (Chromis chromis), common cuttlefish (Sepia officinalis).

Safety: With maximum depths reaching 60.0 meters, this site requires Advanced Open Water or Technical certification. Divers must exercise disciplined gas planning, monitor depth progression closely along the drop-off, and strictly adhere to non-decompression limits.

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