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Kalamata · Freediving Tourism

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Kalamata · Freediving Tourism

Kalamata provides Mediterranean freediving experiences with depth competitions such as Depth Week and opportunities for cave freediving. Visitors enjoy nearby archaeological sites, Mediterranean diet benefits, excellent water clarity with 40m visibility, training camps, local spearfishing culture, and relaxing in olive groves. The region is steeped in ancient Greek diving history and serves as a competition venue.

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Kalamata provides Mediterranean freediving experiences with depth competitions such as Depth Week and opportunities for cave freediving. Visitors enjoy nearby archaeological sites, Mediterranean diet benefits, excellent water clarity with 40m visibility, training camps, local spearfishing culture, and relaxing in olive groves. The region is steeped in ancient Greek diving history and serves as a competition venue.

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Best season: Summer
Difficulty: 7
Region: Greece, Peloponnese

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Old Osman castle of „Kapetanakis Tower“ betwenn Kardamyli and Kalamata on the „mani“ on Peloponnesos, Greece on a July evening, looking north. Built probably in 1795.

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Photo by Doğan Alpaslan Demir

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A close-up of a delicious olive and feta salad on a white plate, perfect for healthy meals.

Photo by Kate

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A vibrant Mediterranean salad featuring mixed greens, tomatoes, olives, and tortilla chips in a blue bowl.

Photo by Fernanda da Silva Lopes

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Photo by Lefteris Stamatelopoulos

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This photo captures the enchanting seaside town of Kalamata, located on the southern coast of the Peloponnese peninsula in Greece. In the foreground, the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea gently lap against the pebbly shore, inviting visitors to take a refreshing dip or simply relax and soak up the sun. In the background, the town's charming architecture is on full display, with terracotta-tiled roofs and whitewashed buildings nestled amongst the rolling hills. A prominent landmark is the Castle of Kalamata, a medieval fortress that overlooks the town and offers panoramic views

Photo by Vladan Raznatovic

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Delicious Greek salad featuring avocado, feta, and olives, ideal for a healthy meal.

Photo by Daniela Elena Tentis

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