THE BIG BLUE DIVING

THE BIG BLUE DIVING

KAVROS APOKORONOU
73007 Rethymno
GRC

Welcome to Big Blue Diving Centre, your premier gateway to the crystal-clear waters of the Aegean. With over 15 years of experience, we pride ourselves on a “boutique“ approach to scuba diving in Crete. Strategically located to serve Georgioupoli, Kavros, and Rethymno, we guarantee small group sizes with a maximum of 4 divers per guide. Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned pro, our professional team ensures a safe, personalized, and unforgettable Mediterranean adventure.

Start your underwater journey with the industry’s most flexible educational system. As a leading SSI Training Center, we offer everything from “Try Scuba“ introductory dives to professional “Divemaster“ levels. Take advantage of SSI’s digital learning to complete your theory online before you arrive, maximizing your time in the water. We specialize in advanced training including Deep Diving, Wreck Diving, and Nitrox, all taught by our patient, multi-lingual instructors in a supportive environment.

Dive into history and nature at Crete’s most iconic sites. Join our expert guides to explore the legendary Elephant Cave, a subterranean cathedral housing 50,000-year-old fossils, or visit the historic WW2 aircraft wreck. With underwater visibility often exceeding 30 meters, you will encounter vibrant marine life—from octopuses and groupers to loggerhead turtles. From the dramatic walls of the north coast to the volcanic arches of Shinaria, every dive is a new discovery.

Your comfort is our priority on board our specialized dive vessel, the MV Stella. We offer free hotel transfers from the Georgioupoli, and Kavros areas, making your holiday stress-free. Our modern facility is equipped with high-end gear from Mares and Scubapro, and our compressor ensure the highest purity of breathing air. All our diving packages include full equipment, professional briefings, and underwater photos to capture your Cretan memories forever.

Frequently Serviced Dive Sites

HORIZON DIVING CENTER, 71500 HERAKLION

★★★★☆ Shinaria Beach

Schinaria beach is located 33km south of Rethymnon, in the wider area of Plakias. The bed of the sea in this area is home to a wide variety of marine species and colorful varied flora.Deep wall diving, underwater caves, big groupers and sea turtles make Schinaria one of divers’ favorite paradises.

THE BIG BLUE DIVING, 73007 GEORGIOUPOLI

★★★★☆ R/K Nestor

The R/K Nestor is an intentionally sunk tugboat at approximately 16m, part of Crete’s new diving park. Damaged by controlled explosions, offering easy penetration. Sparse marine life but fascinating artificial reef in development. Minimal currents.

Chania Diving Center, 73100 Chania

★★★★★ Elephants Cave

Elephant cave is one of the most impressive and easy dives you can have in Greece! A dive into a half submerged cave with amazing stalactites and stalagmites, but also the remains of elephant over 70.000 years old max depth 10m.

THE BIG BLUE DIVING, 73007 GEORGIOUPOLI

★★★★☆ Gordeli Beach

Gordeli Beach, part of Crete’s new underwater diving park, features a rocky bay with swim-through caves and diverse marine habitats. Ideal for all levels with minimal current and 20m+ visibility.

THE BIG BLUE DIVING, 73007 GEORGIOUPOLI

★★★★★ Georgioupoli beach west

A shallow site, 7m max depth with sandy bottom and areas of seagrass / rocky formations. Perfect for beginners and snorkellers with calm, warm waters year-round with easy access from the Georgioupolis coast.

THE BIG BLUE DIVING, 73007 GEORGIOUPOLI

★★★★☆ Kalyvaki Beach

Easy shore entry near Georgiopouli. Max depth 15m with rocky patches & mild currents. Cooler temps from freshwater input. Ideal for beginners, with good visibility.

THE BIG BLUE DIVING, 73007 GEORGIOUPOLI

★★★★☆ Spilies Beach

15km east of Rethymno, offers caverns and swim-throughs for all levels. Depth: 8–15m. Pristine visibility with occasional octopus and morays. Easy shore entry via pebbly beach, ideal for training and exploration .

THE BIG BLUE DIVING, 73007 GEORGIOUPOLI

★★★★☆ Likotinarea Wall

Likotinarea Wall features a dramatic drop-off up to 40m accessible via 15min boat ride from Georgioupoli. The left shoulder hosts a vertical wall teeming with morays, octopus, and crustaceans in crevices. Ideal for multi-level divers with varying depth preferences.

Available Services in the Dive Center

Programs

Snorkel Diver
Freediving
Mermaid
Ecology
Scuba
Extended Range (XR)
Emergency Training

Dives

Shore Dives
Boat Dives
Freediving
Wreck Dives
Snorkel Tours

Gas Fills

Air

Rental

Equipment
Photo and Video Dive
Scooter

Services

Regulator
Buoyancy Compensators

Payment Method

Credit Card
Debit Card

Opening Hours

Monday09:00 - 20:00
Tuesday09:00 - 20:00
Wednesday09:00 - 20:00
Thursday09:00 - 20:00
Friday09:00 - 20:00
Saturday09:00 - 20:00
Sunday09:00 - 20:00

The Big Blue Diving is your premier SSI Center near Rethymno. We specialize in safe, small-group Try Scuba and snorkeling adventures. From the famous Elephant Cave to vibrant reefs, our expert team ensures a personalized experience.

+306907388676 Website

Opening Hours

Monday09:00 - 20:00
Tuesday09:00 - 20:00
Wednesday09:00 - 20:00
Thursday09:00 - 20:00
Friday09:00 - 20:00
Saturday09:00 - 20:00
Sunday09:00 - 20:00

The Big Blue Diving is your premier SSI Center near Rethymno. We specialize in safe, small-group Try Scuba and snorkeling adventures. From the famous Elephant Cave to vibrant reefs, our expert team ensures a personalized experience.