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Σπήλαιο Αρχαγγέλου

4.1 — based on 27 community signals
4.2 12 especies 28 colaboradores

Cave diving in Greece's Archangel Cave offers year-round exploration with documented marine life observations and community-filmed dives.

⭐ Best for advanced divers.

updated 4 months ago
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Condiciones hoy

Condiciones

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Viento
6.5 kn
Olas
0.34 m
Agua
28°C
N E S W
Wind direction (7d)
Primary: NW (69%)
Now: NW (311°)
Marea (7 días)
amplitud: 0.28m

Próxima: Alta a las 02:00 (-0.34m)

+-0.3 m-0.6 m
▲ 02:00 · -0.34m ▼ 09:00 · -0.39m ▼ 11:00 · -0.41m ▼ 14:00 · -0.43m
Sáb 19Dom 20Lun 21Mar 22Mié 23Jue 24Vie 25
UV6.45 · high Aire PM2.56 · good 06:52 19:09
Día Viento Olas UV Lluvia
09-19 8.3 0.38 6 0mm
09-20 5 0.24 6 0mm
09-21 5.4 0.22 6 0mm
09-22 5.4 0.4 6 0mm
09-23 16.5 0.68 6 0mm
09-24 16.4 0.7 6 0mm
09-25 9.8 0.5 6 0mm

About this spot

Σπήλαιο Αρχαγγέλου, known as Archangel Cave, is a cave dive site in Greece accessible throughout the year. The site has generated interest from the diving community, with 12 recorded species observations and 3 community videos documenting underwater conditions and marine encounters. While specific depth and visibility data aren't publicly documented, the cave structure attracts divers seeking distinctive geological formations and the unique conditions cave diving presents. The site sits outside a marine protected area, which may simplify access logistics for divers planning visits. Year-round availability makes it a flexible addition to Greek diving itineraries. The presence of multiple community-submitted videos suggests the site has enough regular traffic and interest to warrant ongoing documentation from visiting divers. Divers considering Archangel Cave should research current conditions through recent community posts and videos before booking. Local knowledge from Greek dive operators familiar with the site will provide essential details on entry procedures, required skills, and seasonal variations. Cave diving carries inherent risks; proper training and equipment checks are non-negotiable prerequisites.

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Tipos de buceo

Cueva

Esenciales del viaje

Todo lo que necesitas antes de hacer la maleta — checklist, sol, logística.

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
Información de sostenibilidad
🌍 CO2 footprint MAD ↔ 2790km · ~642kg · €12

Desde tu país de salida

Estados Unidos
Puntuación de origen: 72/100
  • Visado: Sin visado · 90 días máx.
  • Vuelo: 7h · directo
  • Jet-lag: 7h este · 5 días de recuperación

Preguntas frecuentes

Can I dive Archangel Cave year-round?

Yes, the site is listed as accessible year-round, though seasonal weather and sea conditions in Greece may affect visibility and safety margins. Check recent community reports before travel.

What marine life have divers observed here?

Twelve species observations are documented from the site. Consult community videos and recent diver reports to see which species are commonly encountered and in what areas of the cave.

Is special training required?

Cave diving requires specialized training beyond recreational SCUBA certification. Confirm your qualifications and experience level before attempting this site, and consider a guided dive with local operators.

Are permits or MPA restrictions needed?

Archangel Cave is not in a marine protected area, which may simplify entry. Always verify current local regulations with Greek authorities or dive operators before your trip.

Recently spotted by divers

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Observaciones verificadas de especies marinas

64 registros · 28 especies · fuentes: OBIS, GBIF

Branchiomma bairdi

Polychaeta · Sabellidae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 jun 2021
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–3 m

Ampithoe ramondi

Malacostraca · Ampithoidae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 jun 2021
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–3 m

Syllis corallicola

Polychaeta · Syllidae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 jun 2021
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–3 m

Vermiliopsis annulata

Polychaeta · Serpulidae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 jun 2021
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–3 m

Ceratonereis

Polychaeta · Nereididae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 jun 2021
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–3 m

Hydroides dirampha

Polychaeta · Serpulidae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 jun 2021
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–3 m

Dodecaceria capensis

Polychaeta · Cirratulidae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 jun 2021
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–3 m

Dodecaceria concharum

Polychaeta · Cirratulidae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 jun 2021
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–3 m

Branchiosyllis exilis

Polychaeta · Syllidae
OBIS
Última observación:
11 jun 2021
×1registros
Profundidad:
0–3 m

Diadema setosum

Echinoidea · Diadematidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2020
×2registros
Profundidad:
2–8 m

Synaptula reciprocans

Holothuroidea · Synaptidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2020
×2registros
Profundidad:
0–10 m

Brachidontes pharaonis

Bivalvia · Mytilidae
OBIS
Última observación:
1 ene 2020
×1registros

Datos: 187.991 observaciones de OBIS (Ocean Biodiversity Information System) y GBIF (Global Biodiversity Information Facility). CC-BY 4.0.

See this spot in action

YouTube videos — click to play.

The blue hole of Vouliagmeni and its underwater cave.

Antonis Grafas
💬 3 top comments
  • Έχω πάθει σοκ...το έχω δει δύο φορές απανωτές 😂 Συγχαρητήρια για την δουλειά σας.. Υ.γ.ουτε από πάνω δεν θα κολυμπούσα. Υ.γ.2 τώρα που το είδα 5η φορά ούτε πέτρα δεν θα πετούσα.

    @socratesdiamantis3983 · 👍 94
  • Συγχαρητήρια για όλη την προσπάθεια παιδιά. Και εγώ μπήκα να δω το βίντεο με αφορμή το χθεσινό γεγονός, που αγνοείται ένας 34χρονος δύτης. Πολλά μπράβο σας αξίζουν σε μία άκρως κλειστοφοβική και επικίνδυνη σπηλαιοκατάδυση!!!

    @tzirdiet · 👍 148
  • Ηθος!Τι λεφτά να ζητήσουμε λέει είμαστε Έλληνες ένας λόγος παραπάνω!Βιντεαρα! πολλά μπράβο

    @DnsFpv · 👍 211

🔦 -240m Sintzi Spring Cave | Record Depth Dive | Greece

addicted2h2o
💬 3 top comments
  • V I D E O S T O W A T C H N E X T : ✅ Burdigala Wreck ⚓: https://youtu.be/48KaPFdm2jU?si=o-z1xZiniWATq1BK ✅ Lavrio Mines Underwater: https://youtu.be/48KaPFdm2jU?si=o-z1xZiniWATq1BK ✅ Rare WWII Junkers Wreck ⚓: https://youtu.be/fSdmtb7q934?si=ewlE2bM1iDn8AiN5

    @addicted2h2o · 👍 0
  • Christ, the complexity of a dive like this plus training/certifications/experience , it's just incredible, for an even more incredible goal to reach the end of the cave, forget the top notch tech of rebreathers, dpv's, dive computers, a lot of skill and knowledge are necessary for it.

    @evolvedmonkey9978 · 👍 30
  • Great achievement. Glad to see another deep cave exploration powerd by Seacraft DPVs. Well done Bartek.

    @Seacraft · 👍 8

Hidden Paths: The Caves of Lake Vouliagmeni 2026

T2B Diving Team
💬 3 top comments
  • The team that explored the lake of Vouliagmeni is one of the best in the world!

    @oceanadex · 👍 7
  • would like to have seen more of teh underwater cave system

    @mioumitsou · 👍 25
  • Τιμή μου. Σας ευχαριστώ πολυ

    @upstories · 👍 6
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Best: Jun (100/100) Worst: Jan (0/100) Now: Sep (88/100) NOAA MODIS Aqua · 5y mean

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