Dive-site story
The Kassandra was a Greek cargo vessel that struck Platourada reef in 1973 before sinking into the South Euboean Gulf. Today the wreckage rests on a sloping seabed of sand and rocky outcrops. Divers can explore the structural remains, including the intact engine section, propeller shaft, and fractured hull plates colonized by Mediterranean encrusting sponges.
Well-defined engine block and stern steering components open to natural light
Sections of broken cargo hull creating shelter for benthic life
Nearby reef walls hosting sea fans and small crevices
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Calmer seas and warmer sea temperatures prevail across the late spring through early autumn.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common | ||||||||||||
| DamselfishChromis chromis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common Two-Banded SeabreamDiplodus vulgaris | Common |
Marine forecast
