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Porto Rafti guide with 10-25 m visibility, mild current, no surge, and May-to-October seasonality.
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Rafti Island
Boat-led cave dive off Porto Rafti's main island.
Scuba DivingBoatIntermediate
Cave
Local operator required
The site is boat-led and the cavern section is easier to plan with a Porto Rafti operator.
Best approached with a local operator from Porto Rafti; the site mixes rocky relief, a cavern, and deeper water rather than a relaxed open sand dive.
About Rafti Island
Rafti Island is the main rocky islet in Porto Rafti bay, with a boat-led western shoreline that drops into deeper water and opens into a shallow cavern. The site is about the route, the rock relief, and the overhead section rather than long reef cruising, so buoyancy and situational awareness matter more than pace. Plan it with a local operator and choose calmer conditions for the easiest water handling.
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Research Estimate At Rafti Island
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VisibilityVisibility: 15m
AccessChallenging entry effort
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeFlat calm
Where Is Rafti Island?
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Rafti Island Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
6m - 30m
Depth Note
The western side appears to shallow up into a cavern before dropping deeper; 6-30 m is a conservative planning band, not a survey.
Best Season
May to October
Typical Conditions
Boat-access cave site with rocky relief, a shallow cavern, and generally workable visibility in the warmer months.
Safety & Access At Rafti Island
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Boat trafficOverhead environment
Safety Notes
Treat the cavern as an overhead section; maintain buoyancy, stay with the operator briefing, and do not assume shore-style exit conditions.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Porto Rafti; local operator recommended for the cavern section.
Legal Notes
No special permit requirement noted.
Local Intel For Rafti Island
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba
Plan this as a boat-led scuba dive with a local briefing, a rocky western side, and attention to the overhead section.
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Avg. Visibility15m
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Rafti Island Guide - Sources and Updates
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Research Sources
www.aegeanseadivecenter.com · Operator
Porto Rafti dive center with boat support, parking, training pool, and equipment services.
www.blueyardhub.com · Operator
Porto Rafti-based dive operator with scuba, snorkeling, and local support.
www.travel.gr · Tourism
Porto Rafti dive access requires a boat or dive-center team; Raftis is noted for its small caves and marine life.
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