Wreck of the Hana / Sofia (Chania) | Shallow Macro Wreck

Site Overview

The Hana (also known locally as the Sofia) is a small freighter resting on the sandy seabed off Chania at a friendly 15–22 m that makes it one of west Crete’s most accessible wreck dives. The compact hull has become a haven for macro life: morays peer from the portholes, octopus slip from the openings, and nudibranchs freckle the algae-covered plates. Although penetration is not encouraged, swimming the bright outer decks gives a sense of the vessel without the risks of enclosed spaces. For divers based in Chania, the Hana is a satisfying, easy wreck that combines a little history with abundant small life, and the clear Cretan water makes the hull easy to appreciate. It is a favourite of macro photographers and of anyone wanting a relaxed wreck experience close to the city. Wreck of the Hana / Sofia (Chania) sits within Crete (North Coast) and is best described as a wreck and macro dive. The water here is typically clear, and the profile — from around 12 m down to 22 m — gives beginner divers a rewarding range of routes. Among the life you can expect are Mediterranean Moray, Common Octopus, Nudibranch, Anthias, Wrasse. The site rewards a slow, observant approach, and good buoyancy keeps both diver and reef safe. With sensible planning around weather and boats, it ranks among the more memorable stops on a Greek diving trip.