Diving & Snorkelling in the Cyclades

The Cyclades are famous for their crystal-clear water, and below the surface the islands are just as striking: dark volcanic walls under the caldera of Santorini, sea caves and white rocks around Milos, and reefs and sandy bays around Naxos and Paros. Most islands have certified dive centres offering try-dives, courses and boat dives during the summer season.

Underwater highlights

Santorini

Caldera, Oia, Perissa and Perivolos

Volcanic walls and black-sand sea beds formed by the great eruption of the caldera – a dramatic setting for certified divers, with easier dives on the south-east beaches.

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Milos

Kleftiko and the south coast

Sea caves, arches and white volcanic rocks around Kleftiko, the old pirates' hideout – perfect for snorkelling and boat dives.

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Naxos and Paros

Agios Prokopios (Naxos), Aliki (Paros)

Reefs, rocks and sandy bays with calm conditions – good places for first dives and courses.

BeginnersCourses

Mykonos

Kalafatis

Boat dives to reefs and islets off the south-east coast of the island.

Boat dives

Oia on Santorini above the caldera — Oia, Santorini – photo: Norbert Nagel, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Dive centres in the Cyclades

These are some of the established dive centres on the main islands. Tell us which islands you will visit and we will check availability for your dates and arrange your ferries, transfers and hotels.

Atlantis Oia

Oia, Santorini

Dives and courses on the north of Santorini.

Blue Fin Divers

Agios Prokopios, Naxos

Dives and courses on the west coast of Naxos.

Caldera Diving Center

Perivolos, Santorini

Dives and courses from the south-east coast of Santorini.

Cycladic Diving

Aliki, Paros

Dives and courses on the south coast of Paros.

Dive In Action

Perissa, Santorini

Dives and courses from the black-sand beach of Perissa.

Dive Kalafati

Kalafatis, Mykonos

Boat dives and courses on the south-east of Mykonos.

Diveinmilos

Milos

PADI dive centre for dives and courses around Milos.

Dive centre services and seasons can change; we confirm everything with the centre before your trip.

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Frequently asked questions

Which Cycladic island is best for diving?

Santorini and Milos are the most spectacular for their volcanic scenery; Naxos and Paros are great for beginners and courses. We can combine several islands in one trip.

When is the diving season?

Mainly from May to October. In July and August the meltemi wind can make some sites rough, so dive centres choose sheltered spots.

Can beginners dive in the Cyclades?

Yes – most centres offer try-dives with an instructor in calm, shallow water.

How do I get there?

By ferry from Piraeus or Rafina, or by plane to Santorini, Mykonos, Naxos, Paros and Milos. We arrange your ferries, transfers to the port and hotels.

Tell us your dates, the islands you would like to visit and your diving level, and we will reply within 24 hours.

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Header photo: Kleftiko, Milos – Zde, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.