The tragedy of the 34-year-old diver found dead at Vouliagmeni coves is shocking, as the camera he carried recorded his final moments inside the Devil’s Well. His body was found wedged at a depth of approximately 30 meters and remains at the location, while the recovery operation is scheduled for Saturday with specially trained teams participating.
Vouliagmeni coves: The 34-year-old diver’s final moments
The 34-year-old met a tragic death after diving on Sunday, with his discovery taking place on Wednesday, March 15. The location where the body was found is characterized by particularly difficult access, depths exceeding 30 meters, and dangerous marine currents. Rescuers emphasize that approaching the area requires special equipment and training.
According to MEGA reports, the camera he carried recorded his attempts to reach the surface, while strong currents appeared to severely impede him. The footage will be utilized to fully understand the conditions that led to the accident.
The recovery operation
Despite his experience and complete equipment, the diver appears to have been surprised by a sudden change in currents. During his descent toward the narrow opening of the Well, he struck rocks and lost part of his equipment, which critically contributed to his inability to return to the surface. Research shows that currents can abruptly carry away even trained divers, while the tunnel includes narrow turns and limited visibility.
The body remains trapped at the location, and rescuers are preparing a new operation for Saturday, March 28. Plans include special gases for tanks that allow greater duration and safety at great depths. The Coast Guard and rescue teams emphasize that every step requires absolute caution.
The dangerous Devil’s Well
The Devil’s Well is located at the second cove of Vouliagmeni and constitutes a vertical underwater shaft with a narrow opening approximately three meters in diameter. The entrance begins at an 11-meter depth and the dive reaches up to 30 meters. At approximately 16 meters, currents become particularly strong, dragging divers to greater depths, while the tunnel continues with turns and unknown depth—only 150 meters from the initial area have been explored.
At the entrance, there is a warning sign: “Beyond this point, there is nothing to see worth more than your life,” placed by Christos Barouchas, co-founder of the Hellenic Rescue Team Attica.
The area has been connected to previous tragedies. In 1978, three American divers—Donald Missant, Mark Granford, and his sister Joan—were lost while exploring the same tunnel. Despite searches at the time, their traces weren’t found for decades. Only in 2007 did the identification of bones found in 2006 confirm their deaths.
After the incident, the Coast Guard installed protective barriers to prevent access to the tunnel, which is considered particularly dangerous.
