Kaki Thalassa in Attica is a versatile wall dive suitable for multiple certification levels, featuring rich marine life, dramatic depth changes, and an isolated reef environment.
Dive Overview
Kaki Thalassa is a flexible dive site suitable for divers of different experience levels, depending on the selected depth profile.
The site combines a vertical wall, deeper sandy slopes, and a rocky islet environment rich in marine life.
Diving is not recommended during strong northern winds above 4 Beaufort, as conditions can become uncomfortable and entry more difficult.
Marine life varies depending on the season, but spirorbid worms, moray eels, and nudibranchs are regularly encountered.
Entry & Conditions
Access is possible by car, 4×4 vehicle, or boat.
The entry area is rocky, and divers descend a short path of approximately 25 meters before entering the water.
A surface swim of around 180 meters is required to reach the islet where the dive begins.
Nearby, there are swimming areas and a sandy beach approximately 400 meters away.
The site is not organized and offers no facilities.
What You ‘ll See
The dive begins on the northeastern side of the rocky islet, continuing clockwise with the islet on your right shoulder.
Depth starts around 6 meters before revealing a vertical wall descending to approximately 25 meters.
Moving 20–25 meters eastward away from the wall reveals a sloping sandy bottom extending beyond 40 meters depth.
The return route follows the same wall at shallower depths between 12 and 15 meters, offering plenty of opportunities for marine life observation and extended bottom time.
The shallow return profile also makes the site suitable for long decompression or safety stops.
Important Consideration
- Long surface swim required
- Avoid strong northern winds
- Rocky shore entry
- Depth increases rapidly near wall
Depth Profile
The dive begins around 6 meters and extends from recreational depths down to 40m+ depending on the chosen route.
Tips for divers
- Use a compass if returning underwater
- Begin return at 100 bar
- Stay shallower on the return route for longer bottom time
- Monitor exposure to currents and swell near the wall
- Excellent site for extended safety or decompression stops
Why this dive stands Out
Kaki Thalassa stands out for combining accessible wall diving with deeper exploration potential and a surprisingly rich underwater ecosystem close to Athens.
Scubadiver.gr would like to thank Mr. Christos Efthimiou for his valuable help with this guide.
