EXCURSION: Private
EXCURSION TYPE: Cultural, Scenic, Shopping
FOOD/BEVERAGE: Snacks, Bottled Water Included
ACTIVITY LEVEL: Easy
One of the most popular diving areas in Crete is Chania, presenting stone arches, amazing volcanic-rock reefs and an absolute abundance of marine life that differs from anywhere else on the globe. This dive program, for certified divers only, includes 2 separate dives, the first boat dive is to the lighthouse location and the second one to the amazing Elephant Cave.
After arriving at the dive facility, meet the friendly and knowledgeable staff who will help make you comfortable as you complete all the necessary documents and assist with equipment assembly. Make a short transfer to the pier area where your boat is waiting to motor you out to your first dive location. Dive the area around the lighthouse at Cape Drapano where the deep blue that surrounds you is a pure adrenaline rush. Re-board your boat and take a break for approximately 30 minutes as you make your way to your second dive location located approximately 5 minutes away, the real feature of your day.
Arrive at the famous Elephant’s Cave, the entrance is between 7.5 and 12 meters deep with a width of about 9 meters. After swimming in for about 40 meters, a series of exquisite red and white stalagmites and stalactites are revealed to greet divers as you emerge into the cave. Divers enter a world that has existed peacefully for centuries, transformed into a fabulous underwater paradise of color and remarkable natural features.
The cave’s natural “decoration” is absolutely magical. Gorgeous white and red formations adorn the ceiling and floor, glinting in the briefest touch of light. The existence of these formations above and below the water surface is a clear indication that the cave has been shaped over several thousands of years ago when the sea waters were much lower. Among the treasures of the cave are the fossilized remains of an elephant which include vertebra, teeth, and a tusk. Especially interesting apart from the elephant bones are the numerous deer bones that belong to both normal and dwarf deer, merely 30cm tall.
This dive is a spectacle unlike any other in the world and should not be missed by true dive enthusiasts, it must be seen to be believed, join in for the dive of your life!
• Welcome with fresh flower garlands.
• Meeting and assistance by our representative.
• Entrance fees to the monuments.
• Private guide throughout your journey.
• Covering all main / major monuments and tourist attractions in each city.
• All Transfers, Sightseeing and Overland drive as per the itinerary by private air-conditioned Transport.
• All taxes.
• Domestic and International Flights.
• Personal Expenses.
• Camera / Video Camera Fees.
• Medical Aid.
• Tips.
• Travel Insurance.
• A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
• Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
• In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
• Sometimes, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
• While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
• Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
