Crete: Scuba Diving for Certified Divers in Chania
Overview
This is not just another dive — it’s a rare chance to explore Crete’s hidden underwater wonders with true experts. Guided by Giannoulakis Nikolaos, one of Greece’s most experienced divers, you’ll discover exclusive sites like the Elephant Cave and the SS Minnewaska wreck, places few divers ever reach.
With small group sizes, dives are personalized, relaxed, and immersive, giving you maximum time to explore dramatic caves, glowing tunnels, and historic shipwrecks — all in crystal-clear waters with visibility often over 30 meters.
Whether you're an adventurous beginner or an experienced diver, you'll experience the magic of Crete’s underwater world with professional guidance, tailored dive plans, and the option to capture your journey with professional underwater photography.
This isn’t just diving — it’s diving done right, in one of Europe’s most breathtaking underwater environments.
What's Included
- Snacks
- Full rental equipment except computers
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Diving Insurance
- Guided Dives with Professional Dive masters and Instructors
- Towels, swimwear, or sunscreen
- Optional underwater photos/videos (available at extra cost)
Meeting and Pickup
We offer pickup from most hotels and accommodations in the Chania area and areas around. Please provide your exact location when booking so we can confirm the closest pickup point and time.Pickup is usually 30–45 minutes before the activity start timeYou will receive a confirmation with exact pickup details the day before your activityIf your accommodation is outside our pickup zone, we’ll arrange a nearby meeting pointPlease be ready at the agreed location a few minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions! No pick up services from Rethymno, Heraklion and Agios Nikolaos
Chania
Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Dive into Crete’s stunning underwater world on an exclusive adventure designed only for certified divers. Led by expert guides, including Giannoulakis Nikolaos, renowned for his pioneering expeditions, you’ll explore easy yet breathtaking caverns adorned with stalactites and stalagmites, perfect for all levels of certified divers. You’ll also experience the awe-inspiring Elephant Cave and other incredible dive sites.
With crystal-clear waters and visibility often exceeding 30 meters, you’ll glide through glowing tunnels, dramatic vertical walls, and explore historic wrecks, all teeming with marine life.
Every dive is tailored to your experience, ensuring a safe, exciting, and unforgettable adventure. Small group sizes allow for personalized attention, relaxed dives, and plenty of time to explore.
Please note: All participants must hold a valid diving certification. Dive sites may vary based on weather conditions for your safety and comfort.
Book now and dive into Crete’s magical underwater world — suitable for divers of all levels!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- ☑️ Not recommended for travelers with respiratory conditions such as asthma
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Only for certified divers
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(9)Q: How soon can I fly in an airplane after Scuba diving?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-75191P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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Participants in the Crete: Scuba Diving for Certified Divers in Chania cannot fly in an airplane within 24 hours of their dive.
The main concern with scuba diving and flying is decompression sickness (DCS). Your body needs adequate time during an ascent to off-gas excess nitrogen, or you can form bubbles in your bloodstream, possibly leading to DCS.
Jun 2024If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
- Snacks.
- Full rental equipment except computers.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Diving Insurance.
- Guided Dives with Professional Dive masters and Instructors.
- Towels, swimwear, or sunscreen.
- Optional underwater photos/videos (available at extra cost).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Crete: Scuba Diving for Certified Divers in Chania is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- ☑️ Not recommended for travelers with respiratory conditions such as asthma
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Crete: Scuba Diving for Certified Divers in Chania will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Snacks
- Full rental equipment except computers
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Diving Insurance
- Guided Dives with Professional Dive masters and Instructors
- Towels, swimwear, or sunscreen
- Optional underwater photos/videos (available at extra cost)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- ☑️ Not recommended for travelers with respiratory conditions such as asthma
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Only for certified divers
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Operated by a business
