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Mononaftis

3.9 — based on 17 community signals
4.2 12 species 23 contributors

Mononaftis is a Greek dive site open year-round with 12 documented species observations and 3 community videos.

⭐ Best for beginners.

updated 4 months ago
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Conditions

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Wind
5.5 kn
Wave
0.6 m
Water
26.6°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: WNW (25%)
Now: W (262°)
Tide (7 days)
range: 0.15m

Next: Low at 02:00 (-0.47m)

+-0.5 m-0.6 m
▼ 02:00 · -0.47m ▲ 03:00 · -0.46m ▼ 08:00 · -0.47m ▼ 11:00 · -0.49m
Sat 19Sun 20Mon 21Tue 22Wed 23Thu 24Fri 25
UV6.55 · high Air PM2.55 · good 07:05 19:21
Day Wind Wave UV Rain
09-19 12.6 0.68 7 0mm
09-20 14.9 0.86 6 0mm
09-21 13.9 0.88 7 0mm
09-22 5.5 0.72 7 0mm
09-23 8.8 0.62 6 3mm
09-24 9 0.82 6 0mm
09-25 7.7 0.66 6 0mm

About this spot

Mononaftis is a dive destination in Greece that welcomes divers throughout the year. The site has generated interest among the diving community, with 12 species observations logged and 3 community videos available for reference. This suggests the site attracts regular visitors and offers enough marine life variety to document. The site is not located within a marine protected area, which may affect access rules and local regulations. Before planning a trip, check current conditions and any local diving guidelines. The lack of detailed depth and visibility data means you should contact local dive operators or the diving community for site-specific conditions on your intended visit dates. Divers considering Mononaftis should review the available community videos to get a sense of what to expect underwater. The 12 species observations indicate reasonable marine biodiversity. Water temperature, exact depth, and visibility will depend on season and weather, so flexibility and preparation are key.

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Trip essentials

Everything you need before you pack — checklist, sun, logistics.

Trip checklist

  • 🛂 Visa-free or visa-on-arrival
  • 📜 C-card + dive insurance (DAN)
  • 📔 Dive logbook
  • 🧴 Reef-safe sunscreen SPF 50+
  • 🔌 Plug type C/F · 230V adapter
  • 💊 Seasickness meds + ear drops
  • 📱 Offline maps + emergency contact

Quick facts

  • 🌓 Moon First quarter · 47%
  • GPS
Sustainability disclosures
🌍 CO2 footprint LHR ↔ 2699km · ~621kg · €11

From your departure country

United States
Origin score: 72/100
  • Visa: Visa-free · 90 days max
  • Flight: 7h · direct
  • Jet-lag: 7h east · 5 days recovery

FAQ

When is the best time to dive Mononaftis?

Mononaftis is reported as diveable year-round, so seasonal travel is flexible. However, Mediterranean conditions vary by month. Check with local operators for current water temperature, visibility, and sea state before booking.

What depth and difficulty level is Mononaftis?

Specific depth and difficulty ratings are not documented for this site. Contact local dive operators or review community videos to assess your skill match before diving.

What marine life will I see at Mononaftis?

12 species observations have been recorded at Mononaftis. Review the available community videos and check with local operators for current marine life reports on your dive date.

Do I need a permit to dive Mononaftis?

Mononaftis is not in a marine protected area, but local Greek diving regulations still apply. Confirm current access rules and any required permits with a local operator before your trip.

Operators near this spot

Dive centres, kite & surf schools within 10 km, sourced from OpenStreetMap.

Diver's Club Crete

0.5 km
4.7 (387 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 33+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Cretan Divers

0.6 km
4.9 (180 reviews)
Dive centre
Verified Booked 48+ times this month

Aquadive

0.6 km
4.7 (159 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 33+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

StayWet dive center

1 km
4.9 (552 reviews) closed
Dive centre
Verified Booked 38+ times this month
Hours: Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Verified marine species observations

53 records · 49 species · sources: OBIS, GBIF

Nereis zonata

Polychaeta · Nereididae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Aug 2024
×1records
Depth:
10 m

Drilonereis filum

Polychaeta · Oenonidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Aug 2024
×1records
Depth:
50 m

Ampelisca

Malacostraca · Ampeliscidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Aug 2024
×1records
Depth:
30 m

Abyssoninoe bidentata

Polychaeta · Lumbrineridae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Aug 2024
×1records
Depth:
30 m

Galathea intermedia

Malacostraca · Galatheidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Aug 2024
×1records
Depth:
50 m

Polybius navigator

Malacostraca · Polybiidae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Aug 2024
×1records
Depth:
50 m

Amphiura chiajei

Ophiuroidea · Amphiuridae
OBIS
Last seen:
5 Aug 2024
×1records
Depth:
20 m

Notomastus formianus

Polychaeta · Capitellidae
OBIS
Last seen:
4 Aug 2024
×1records
Depth:
30 m

Aponuphis brementi

Polychaeta · Onuphidae
OBIS
Last seen:
4 Aug 2024
×1records
Depth:
30 m

Scoloplos armiger

Polychaeta · Orbiniidae
OBIS
Last seen:
3 Aug 2024
×1records
Depth:
10 m

Anchialina agilis

Malacostraca · Mysidae
OBIS
Last seen:
3 Aug 2024
×1records
Depth:
100 m

Lysidice unicornis

Polychaeta · Eunicidae
OBIS
Last seen:
3 Aug 2024
×1records
Depth:
30 m

Data: 187,991 observations from OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) and GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

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