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Shinaria Beach
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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.
This diving area provides great visibility and crystal clear waters, suitable for all levels of divers.
Dive Activity
Top Wildlife Sightings
Wildlife Sightings are Based on User Generated Content
Alamy-WaterFrame
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Alamy/Reinhard Dirscherl
Octopus
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Lionfish
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Scorpionfish
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Grouper/Basslets
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AdobeStock-JirinaVFR
Pufferfish
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SSI-Peter-Schinck
Nudibranch
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Parrotfish
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Trumpetfish
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Jackfish
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