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Historical context for the Amorgos bauxite mines.
Dive Spot Guide•
Old Bauxite Mine
Amorgos mine-terrain dive with relics
Local operator required
Access is via guided boat dives from Amorgos; this is not a self-service shore site.
Boat-access east-side site with a steep slope into a relic-strewn terrace; best for divers who want history and easy route-finding.
About Old Bauxite Mine
Old Bauxite Mine is a boat-access Amorgos dive on the island's east side, where a steep mineral slope drops into a broad terrace of mine relics, rusted loading hardware, and broken rock ledges. The profile is easy to follow once you are on site, but the open-water position, initial descent, and uneven terrace mean it is best treated as a guided dive for divers who are comfortable with buoyancy, trim, and settled sea conditions.
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Research Estimate At Old Bauxite Mine
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 25m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeGreat variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentNo current
Where Is Old Bauxite Mine?
Community sourced coordinates.
Old Bauxite Mine Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
18m+
Depth Note
A steep drop-off leads to a plateau at 18 m.
Best Season
Late spring through early autumn.
Typical Conditions
Clear-water Aegean conditions, a steep initial drop, and a broad mine terrace; the site is easiest in calm sea states.
Safety & Access At Old Bauxite Mine
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
The opening drop is steep, so buoyancy control matters. Stay close to the plan and treat it as a guided boat dive.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; arrange through a local Amorgos operator.
Legal Notes
Follow local dive-operator and marine access rules.
Local Intel For Old Bauxite Mine
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Guided boat dive with a steep slope into a broad terrace of mine relics and scattered metalwork.
Freediving
Not a primary freedive site; the main features are better matched to scuba and boat logistics.
Snorkeling
Not a primary snorkel site because the interesting terrain and relics sit below casual surface viewing.
Wildlife at Old Bauxite Mine
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Old Bauxite Mine
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Old Bauxite Mine
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility25m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
