# Diving in Kassandra > ## Diving in Halkidiki — A Guide for Beginners and Experienced Divers Halkidiki has a reliable diving infrastructure and a natural environment that makes it interesting for underwater exploration: ancient shipwrecks, underwater caves, rocky plains with rich marine life. ## What You'll See At dept ## Quick facts | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Location | Χανιώτη, Κασσάνδρα | | Area | kassandra | | Category | waterSports | | Price range | €50-80 | | Duration | 2-3h | | Rating | 4.4 (2 reviews) | | Coordinates | 39.9878, 23.5234 | ## Tags - diving - scuba - underwater - sports ## Description ## Diving in Halkidiki — A Guide for Beginners and Experienced Divers Halkidiki has a reliable diving infrastructure and a natural environment that makes it interesting for underwater exploration: ancient shipwrecks, underwater caves, rocky plains with rich marine life. ## What You'll See At depths of 5-30 meters, depending on the area: - **Sparids, salouvarthos, sarghos**: Everywhere along the rocky shores - **Octopuses**: In rocky corners and caves - **Crabs, lobsters**: In rocky bottoms - **Ancient remains**: Near Toroni (sunken parts of an ancient city) ## The Best Spots **Sithonia (Kavourotripes, Porto Koufo, Kalamitsi)**: The best area — rocky edges, excellent visibility of 10-15 meters. **Amouliani and Drenia Islands**: Islands outside the bay with rich life. **Ancient Toroni (Sithonia)**: For historical divers — underwater remains of an ancient city. ## Dive Centers Diving centers operate in: Kallithea (Kassandra), Neo Marmara, Vourvourou, Ouranoupoli. Cost: - **Discover Scuba** (no experience): 80-120 euros - **Fun dives** (certified): 40-70 euros/dive - **PADI Open Water Course**: 350-500 euros (4-5 days) ## Practical Information - **Best Time**: June and September — optimal visibility, calm sea - **Medical Clearance**: Recommended for heart issues, ENT conditions - **Booking**: 2-3 days in advance during the summer months --- Source: Type: TouristAttraction · Halkidiki, Greece