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Kastos
Scenic reef dive around the Ionian island of Kastos.
Local operator required
Local Lefkada-side operators know the best access window, the boat route, and the reef sections worth stopping on.
About Kastos
Kastos is a scenic reef dive around a small Ionian island, with rock formations, blue water, and white sand that keep the landscape open and bright. It suits certified divers who want a clear-water island excursion with ledges and overhangs rather than a heavy technical setup.
Research Estimate At Kastos
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Where Is Kastos?
Kastos Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 30m
Depth Note
Public pages describe a reef and rocky walls descending to 30m, but they do not publish a conservative site-specific minimum depth.
Best Season
Summer and early autumn.
Typical Conditions
Clear Ionian water, rocky reef structure, and calmer boat conditions in the summer season.
Safety & Access At Kastos
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Treat any small caves or overhangs conservatively and stay within your training.
Access Restrictions
Boat access is the conservative default, with shore or beach options possible on some setups and calm conditions.
Legal Notes
Follow normal local marine and boating rules.
Local Intel For Kastos
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
A guided reef dive with rock formations, walls, and overhangs, best treated as a boat excursion.
Freedive
Not a freedive-first site; the deeper reef structure is better suited to scuba.
Snorkel
Snorkel access can work on the shallowest areas in calm water, but the site is mainly a scuba reef.
Kastos Dive Conditions Planner
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Exposure Profile at Kastos
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Wildlife at Kastos
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Recent Logged Visits At Kastos
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Dive Spot Log Averages At Kastos
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Kastos Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
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Kastos Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
Regional tourism page confirming organized dive centres and escorted diving around Lefkada.
Lefkada dive-center page describing guided boat trips, equipment, and remote-site support.
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