The Tugboat Nestor ship Wreck & the Famous Elephant Cave Dive
We’re thrilled to invite you on a one-of-a-kind diving adventure in Crete, where the ocean reveals secrets from the past!
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We’re thrilled to invite you on a one-of-a-kind diving adventure in Crete, where the ocean reveals secrets from the past! In just half a day, you’ll experience two of the most extraordinary dive sites in the Crete—each with its own magic.
Your adventure begins at the first diving park of Greece, where you’ll explore 44 thriving artificial reefs and the fascinating wreck of “Nestor”, a vibrant hub for marine life. Then, prepare to be awestruck as you descend to visit the world-famous Elephant Cave. This breathtaking underwater cavern holds an extraordinary secret: 60,000-year-old elephant fossils preserved in its depths, waiting to share their ancient story with you!
Below you can find a short description of the program so that you can arrange your program accordingly:
The Tugboat “NESTOR” lies at 16 meters deep and was sunk by the Gree Navy in April of 2025 in order to create the first artificial reef-wreck of our Country.
Explore Apokoronas Diving Park and reach 44 artificial reefs and the sunken Tugboat R/K Nestor—an exciting new underwater site designed to support marine life and amaze divers.
See below photos from the location and the wreck
On the second dive, we descend 12 meters to find the hidden entrance of the stunning Elephant Cave, which is a must for any diver visiting Crete!
We swim through a 25-meter-long tunnel, which leads us into a breathtaking cave where you can surface inside and breathe fresh air in the chambers! The cave features two large air-filled chambers with shallow water (from 3m to 1 meter), making it an easy and unforgettable dive, for all qualified divers. Inside, you’ll discover 60,000-year-old fossils of elephants and deers, surrounded by crystal-clear water with over 20 meters of visibility.
See photos from the amazing Elephant Cave
