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Freediving in Kalamata

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Freediving in Kalamata

Photo: Arkouvela · Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Epic~7 days

Why go

The Messinian Gulf drops steeply just off Kalamata, giving deep, calm water close to shore and a long warm season. It has become a base for freediving training camps and competitions in Europe.

When

In season: May–Oct · Peak: Jul–Sep

Who it’s for

Skill
Beginner–Advanced
Effort
Moderate
Suitable from
12+ · Teen+
Crowds
Quiet
Cost
$$

Freediving specifics

Access
Boat and shore training
Courses
Camps and courses
Max depth
100 m
Water temp
24 °C

What to expect

Boat or shore training sessions on lines, warm water in summer and a lively town. Conditions are calmest in the morning.

How to start

Join a training camp or course based in Kalamata. Start with a certification course, and add depth training with a coach and buddy.

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