Greece
Northern Aegean
Northern Aegean offers accessible Mediterranean-style diving in the northeastern Aegean, with a patchwork of volcanic islets, rocky reefs, and scattering wrecks. The region comprises the Samos, Lesbos, and Chios administrative units and centers around ferry and local ports that provide easy access to sheltered sites and longer crossings for deeper dives. Expect clear blue waters, moderate visibility, and abundant cephalopods, grouper, and shore-friendly macro life around coastal rocks and bays. Dive centers are limited within this region, but the area is well suited for drift dives and wall dives along the straits separating the islands, with options for calm, shallow shore dives in calmer bays.
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Cities to dive in the Northern Aegean region
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The best times to dive in the Northern Aegean region
The best months to dive in Northern Aegean are from July to August. Temperatures are confortable (29-30°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.
Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.
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