Nikiana Beach

Nikiana Beach is a beginner-friendly dive site on the east coast of the island of Lefkada in the Ionian Sea. This sheltered beach offers easy shore access to a gentle underwater slope with a mix of sand, rocks, and Posidonia seagrass beds. The famously clear Ionian waters provide exceptional visibility, creating a bright, welcoming diving environment. Marine life is diverse: ornate wrasse, damselfish, sea bream, and blennies populate the reef, while octopus, cuttlefish, and nudibranchs provide exciting encounters. The calm eastern coast of Lefkada ensures comfortable conditions throughout the diving season. An ideal introduction to Ionian Sea diving for visitors staying on Lefkada.