Palaiosouda (Marathi Islet)
Also known as: Islet of Marathi
Best time to dive
May to October
Certification & difficulty
Open Water
Snorkelling
Snorkel-friendly - Yes - shallow average depth and seagrass shallows make it viable for snorkeling, though the wall extends to 40m for divers wanting more depth.
Safety notes
Minimal for the shallow average profile; divers pushing toward the 40m wall need appropriate experience; general boat traffic near the Souda Bay approach.
Permits & fees
No specific permit or entrance fee documented; a standard recreational dive site, not flagged as an archaeological or restricted military zone in sources found (though it lies close to the wider Souda Bay naval area).
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Location
Nearest hub: Chania
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand dive report. Coordinates are approximate.