Operator page with boat logistics, clear-water framing, snorkeling support, and strong onboard facilities.
Shallow reef loop with history and clear water.
Shallow reef loop with history and clear water.
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Boat access and marine-park rules make local operator coordination the practical default.
Pelouzo Island is a shallow Zakynthos boat dive where reef structure, sandy sections, and small historical details sit inside a protected marine-park setting. It suits relaxed guided dives and easy navigation along the loop.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 18m
Depth Note
The main route starts in very shallow water and tops out around 18 m / 59 ft.
Best Season
May to October
Typical Conditions
Shallow, generally calm, clear water with a relaxed loop around reef, sand, and small historical features.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Dive it with a local operator, follow marine-park rules, and keep buoyancy tidy around the reef and any cavern-like sections.
Access Restrictions
Boat-only access in the Zakynthos Marine Park; seasonal protections can limit activity around Pelouzo and nearby waters.
Legal Notes
Protected-area rules apply inside the Zakynthos National Marine Park, including local guidance on visitor behavior and seasonal restrictions.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Shallow boat dive with a relaxed loop, sandy sections, and cavern features that suit easy guided runs and Open Water-level divers.
Snorkeling
The shallow, clear setting can also suit snorkelling on calm days, though guided scuba is the primary use.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
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Research Sources
Operator page with boat logistics, clear-water framing, snorkeling support, and strong onboard facilities.
Independent dive-site guide with boat entry, 18 m max depth, calm conditions, and clear shallow-water profile.
Tourism page describing Pelouzo as rocky, difficult to access, and protected by the Zakynthos National Marine Park.
Official marine-park page supporting protected-area rules and marine-life context for turtles and monk seals.
Regional operator page with 20-40 m visibility and wide Zakynthos marine-life context used as a conservative regional baseline.
Zakynthos tourism page with warm-season timing and broader island context.
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