The STAY WET DIVING CENTER started operating in March 1995 starting with a few certified divers and expanded to one of the best organized diving bases in Crete. Recognized by the greek government, member of the "PADI RESORT ASSOCIATION" and certified by the quality control organization Veritas, it is keeping a high standard of security and service.

Only half an hour (20km) west of Heraklion - the capital of Crete - and next to Agia Pelagia, you will find a romantic bay called Mononaftis. Here, and in the surrounding areas, you will find a variety of excellent dive sites with warm and crystal clear water. You will be charmed by the silent and peaceful inhabitants of the southern Mediterranean Sea with it's rocky or sandy landscapes. Groupers, starfish, colorful sponges, octopus, moray eels and other mediterranean fish and plants can be seen during your trip under water. Occasionally dolphins, small stingrays, barracudas and seahorses will join you. The underwater world of Crete is rich of slopes, caves, cliffs and offers a wide range of spectacular dive sites for divers of all levels.

You can also contact us at following hotels:

Fodele: Fodele Beach Hotel
Agia Pelagia: Ambelos Appartments, Nicolas Villas, Erato Appartment, Mononaftis Appartments, Anna Appartments, Athina Palace, Angel Village
Amoudara/Heraklion: Akti Zeus Hotel, Gorgona Hotel, Akti Corali, Marilena Hotel
Kokkini Xani: Arina Sand Hotel, Knossos Beach Hotel
Gournes: Zorbas Appartments
Gouves: Marina Beach Hotel, Magda Hotel
Malia: Calypso Hotel

The STAY WET DIVING CENTER provides to it's costumers a terrace of 120 m² from which half of it is over roofed, classroom, changing cabins, sweet-water shower, toilets and lockers. We also take care about the transfer from your hotel to the base and back (between Fodele and Malia). Non-divers are welcome on our base and have the possibility to rent beach chairs and umbrellas on the beach.

The dive center is equipped with 24 m³ BAUER compressors and complete and latest up-to-date equipment from Aqualung and Cressi.Sub for 20 divers. The tanks can be used for DIN and YOKE versions.

2 Rib-boats with out-board engines bring our certified divers to the surrounding dive spots.

Our shop provides also equipment service and sales as well as rental for reasonable rates. Qualified technicians formed by Aqualung and Cressi.Sub take care of the maintenance of all our equipment. Of course we are supplied with an emergency kit including oxygen. The team consists of international recognized and experienced instructors and divemasters. We can communicate with you in English, French, German, Dutch, Italian and Greek.


Our location can offer you more. Mononaftis is an ideal place to hide away from mass tourism and to spend nice and relaxing days. Apartment and small hotels for reasonable rates, two typical greek taverns and a small minimarket are here to provide you with all necessary items. For more information about apartments, excursions, car- & bike rental, please check our other pages.