Crete Shore Dives at Myrthianos Plakias — Two Guided Dives with Dive2gether Crete

On Crete’s southern shore at Myrthianos Plakias, Ten Days of Fun Diving • 20 Dives (Seventh Day) delivers two shore dives that showcase the island’s stark underwater geology and clear Mediterranean water. Meeting at Dive2gether Crete, small groups of six set out for an eight-hour day of exploration, with transport to the beach, two guided dives and a beachside taverna lunch between drops. The dive sites here are characterized by rocky formations, sudden drop-offs, narrow gorges and scattered boulders that create shelves and swim-throughs ideal for photographers and curious divers. With visibility often reaching 30 meters you can track a dive guide across long sightlines while watching fields of Posidonia meadows fringe the rocks and schools of fish sweep through sunlit channels. Calm seas make shore entries straightforward; sites reward relaxed, controlled navigation rather than fast-paced drift diving. The operator outfits divers with air and weights and offers full equipment rental and dive computers for those who need them. Each surface interval includes a safety debrief and time to dry off before walking to a taverna on the beach for lunch. Expect 45–60 minute bottom times per dive; the schedule is deliberately unhurried to let divers savor both the underwater scenery and onshore hospitality. Photographs taken by your guide are available for purchase after the day. This trip stands out in Crete’s dive scene because it combines the intimacy of small-group shore diving with varied topography—shelves, crevices and short gorges that change character with each dive. It’s a strong choice for open-water certified divers age 10 and up who want reliable visibility, manageable currents and easy access to local culture at the surface. The meeting point, Dive2gether Crete, functions as a local anchor: staff provide briefings, carry gear, and return you to the center to wash equipment and review photos. Practical details: arrive ten minutes early with certification and logbook; non-drivers can join the drive with the crew or use free parking at the beach. Medical screening is required, pregnant women should not dive, and upgrades to boat dives are available in person subject to availability. With a focus on safety, steady visibility and authentic Greek beachside breaks between dives, this Myrthianos Plakias shore-dive day is a clear, accessible entry point to Crete’s underwater landscapes. Highlights: calm seas, fantastic visibility, small groups, local transport when needed, and a friendly beach taverna for lunch. What’s included: transport to the beach and back (if needed), air and weights, plus the option to rent full equipment including BCD, regulator, wetsuit, mask fins and snorkel. Bring certification, a logbook, swimsuit, towel and sunscreen. Photographs taken by your guide can be purchased for approximately 20 €, and age limits span from ten to seventy-five people.