Diving atHarry's Place (Greece)
Harry's Place accommodates divers across all certification levels, offering a journey from shallower sections down to a maximum depth of 30 m (98 ft). The dive site's unique structure with intricate rock formations allows for a customized depth profile, ensuring a rewarding experience whether you're exploring the upper reaches or venturing deeper.
Tonight's objective overview for Harry's Place shows an air temperature of 21.5°C. The measured surface conditions include wave heights around 0.1 m. This environmental data is logged for the close of the day.
Dive Site Location & Key Facts
Everything you need to know about this dive site.
Dive Site Overview
Situated within a sheltered bay of the Meganisi Channel, Harry's Place presents a captivating underwater landscape. Divers here find a distinctive topography, characterized by intricate rock formations that seamlessly transition into a dramatic wall, extending to a maximum depth of 30 m (98 ft).
This particular site is notable for its expansive white sandy bottom, which sharply contrasts with the more rugged, darker rock structures. Exploring the numerous crevasses, ledges, and overhangs within these formations offers continuous discovery and reveals diverse microhabitats. It's a compelling location for both recreational and more experienced divers, providing ample opportunities to explore its depths safely.
Accessible exclusively by boat, this approach is standard for reaching many sites in the channel and is often combined with a visit to the nearby Blue Caves, enriching the overall dive excursion. The natural contours of the wall, combined with the varied substrate and the protected bay environment, make for engaging navigation.
Divers can choose to explore the shallower upper sections or venture into deeper realms, always finding something new within its varied terrain.
Harry's Place
Conditions are Excellent
Best Dive Window
07:00 - 14:00
Optimal conditions expected
Current conditions near Harry's Place show 22° air, 24° sea temperature, 0.7 m waves, and 15 km/h wind. Forecast data is refreshed regularly to ensure accuracy.
Best Time to Dive
Planning your dive around the summer months generally offers the most favorable conditions at Harry's Place. June, August, and September often present excellent dive scores, aligning with air temperatures averaging between 23-29°C (73-84°F). Conversely, winter months, while still rated as good, see cooler air temperatures of 11-15°C (52-59°F) and a tendency for slightly higher wave heights, typically around 0.7-0.9 meters. Rainfall is minimal during the summer, usually less than 2mm, but increases to around 5-9mm in late autumn and early winter. Consistent water temperature reports are not available, but conditions generally follow the regional pattern of warmer waters during peak summer.
PEAK SEASON SCORE
Scores combine air & water temps, waves, wind & rainfall for overall conditions.
BEST MONTHS TO DIVE
Monthly records compiled from satellite and marine observation nodes over the last 3 years. Data provided by Open-Meteo and MET Norway.
Dive Experience & Conditions
Your dive at Harry's Place begins with a comfortable boat entry, setting the stage for exploration. As you descend, the intricate rock formations immediately become apparent, guiding you through a varied underwater terrain. The site offers a wall dive experience, where divers can follow the natural contours and explore the numerous crevasses at different depths. Conditions are typically calm within the sheltered bay, though surface chop can vary depending on prevailing winds. Divers can comfortably navigate the site, adjusting their depth to match their certification and experience, from recreational limits to the maximum depth of 30 m (98 ft).
Dive Difficulty & Safety Guidelines
While Harry's Place is generally considered suitable for all levels, understanding the site's unique wall and rock formations is key to a safe dive. Divers must always adhere to their certification limits, especially when exploring deeper sections or intricate crevasses. Carrying a dive computer is highly recommended to accurately monitor depth and bottom time, given the varied depth profiles encountered. It's also important to maintain situational awareness, particularly within narrow formations, to avoid accidental contact with the environment. Dive with a buddy and follow local dive center briefings for any specific conditions on the day.
Recommended Equipment
- Dive Computer
This gear list is based on verified equipment signals for Harry's Place, Greece. Always confirm final gear choices with your dive operator, guide, or liveaboard.
Recommended Dive Suit
Temperatures look set to gradually increase over the next several days. A warming trend is expected over the next few days.
Many experienced divers would consider 3mm wetsuit an appropriate choice here. Surface intervals may feel cooler.
Current dive conditions indicate that water temperatures around Harry's Place are sitting at roughly 24°C (76°F). Surface air temperatures are resting at 22°C (71°F).
Due to technical issues with our weather providers, data hasn't been fetched for over 48 hours. The data above reflects the conditions at the time of the last successful fetch.
Emergency & Medical Support
Essential information to help you plan your dive trip to Harry's Place.
Hyperbaric chambers are a critical part of dive safety infrastructure. Availability varies significantly by region, and not all dive areas have immediate access.
Before diving, it's recommended to:
- confirm nearest medical facilities
- check emergency procedures with local dive operators
- ensure dive insurance covers evacuation if required
Divers Alert Network
Diving emergency assistance available through DAN Europe.
+39 0642115685- 24/7 emergency hotline
- Diving medical assistance
- Evacuation coordination
Emergency contacts are provided for reference. Always verify local emergency services before diving.
Marine Life at Harry's Place
Marine life thrives within Harry's Place, specifically utilizing the site's numerous rock formations and hidden crevasses for shelter. Divers exploring these natural refuges may encounter various beautiful underwater creatures, displaying a spectrum of shapes and colors. Adjacent white sandy bottom areas function as significant foraging grounds, often revealing smaller, well-camouflaged organisms to keen observers. The diverse topography supports a rich variety of species throughout the bay. Each dive offers an opportunity to witness the nuanced behaviors and adaptations of its inhabitants, from those hiding in the nooks to those traversing the open sand.
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What is the maximum depth at Harry's Place?
The maximum depth recorded at Harry's Place is 30 m (98 ft), offering options for both recreational and advanced divers depending on their certification.
What kind of dive site is Harry's Place?
Harry's Place is primarily a wall dive site characterized by intricate rock formations and a notable white sandy bottom within a sheltered bay.
Is Harry's Place suitable for beginners?
Yes, the site is suitable for all levels, with shallower sections and intricate formations that can be explored by beginners, while deeper areas cater to more experienced divers.
How do divers access Harry's Place?
Entry to Harry's Place is typically by boat. This allows for convenient access to the hidden bay in the Meganisi Channel.
Are there specific marine life sightings common at Harry's Place?
While specific species are not consistently reported for this site, divers often encounter beautiful underwater creatures of various shapes and colors hidden within the rock formations and crevasses.
What is the best time of year to dive at Harry's Place?
The months of June, August, and September are generally considered excellent for diving, with warmer air temperatures and calmer sea conditions. Other months also offer good diving opportunities.
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Harry's Place
Conditions are Excellent
Best Dive Window
07:00 - 14:00
Optimal conditions expected
Current conditions near Harry's Place show 22° air, 24° sea temperature, 0.7 m waves, and 15 km/h wind. Forecast data is refreshed regularly to ensure accuracy.