Explore Antalya
Antalya, nestled on Turkey's southwestern Mediterranean coast, is a haven for divers seeking diverse underwater adventures. The region boasts over 18 dive spots, offering a mix of environments suitable for divers of all skill levels. With water temperatures ranging from 18°C–29°C/64°F–84°F, diving conditions are ideal for most of the year, particularly between April and November. Visibility often exceeds 20 meters, with some sites offering a stunning 40-meter view. These clear waters reveal a mesmerizing underwater world where rocky topographies blend with historical remnants.
Diving in Antalya reveals a vibrant underwater landscape made up of caves, caverns, and tunnels. The area is famous for its historical richness, with numerous shipwrecks and ancient artifacts like amphorae and anchors scattered beneath the surface. Additionally, the marine life here is abundant and diverse, with sea turtles frequently spotted alongside schools of fish inhabiting the cracks and crevices of rocky reefs. Whether you're embarking on a day trip by boat or exploring from a liveaboard, Antalya offers an unparalleled experience for those eager to discover the Mediterranean's hidden treasures.
Places to Explore
Kalkan
Kalkan is an old fishing town located in the Antalya region, on the south coast of Turkey. Its coast lies on the Mediterranean Sea and it’s known to have some stunning beaches as well as some fantastic diving opportunities. With over 300 days of sun per year, the diving conditions here are mostly ideal with multiple dive centres and dive resorts which will guide divers to the best sites in the area. With thrilling rock formations and stunning marine life as the highlights of the area, combined with fantastic visibility and a warm climate, diving here is bound to satisfy a large array of divers, whether it be during their dive course or during their guided dives.
Alanya
Alanya is a resort town which lies in the Antalya region, on the south coast of Turkey with its coast on the Mediterranean Sea. It is a popular port and resort town which also has many historical aspects to visit. This diving area is known for multiple reasons; excellent visibility, historical underwater artefacts and shipwrecks, a number of caves and caverns and unique rocky topography in the turquoise waters. Due to the calm conditions and strict diving laws results in safe and trusted diving with the diving professionals from the many dive centres and dive resorts in Alanya, whether it be a divers first dive, or 500th dive. The diving is done here from day trip boats or from private liveaboards. One of the marine life highlights here is the Mediterranean Seals which are an endangered species and a true delight to see underwater, often inside their cave homes. The clear, vibrant, warm waters of Alanya will provide divers with a relaxing and enthralling diving experience.
Side
Side is a popular resort town located on the south coast of Turkey in the Antalya Region, with its coast on the Mediterranean Sea. This town is known for its rich history but also for its stunning beaches and impressive diving. There are a handful of dive centres and dive resorts in Side which will guide divers to the best of the underwater world here. Whether divers are wanting to do a dive course, wanting to see some of this rich history in the Underwater Museum or admire the abundant marine life, it’s all possible here.
Kemer
Kemer is a resort town located in the Antalya Region on the south coast of Turkey. The coast lies on the Mediterranean Sea and is the gateway to some spectacular diving in the vibrantly blue coloured, clear waters. This is a year-round diving destination with diving opportunities for divers of all levels which will be guided by the experienced guides and instructors from the dive centres and dive resorts located here. They will take divers to see the abundance of marine species which inhabit the lagoons, to the thrilling caves and caverns to swim through and take them on a journey through history with the shipwreck and the historical artefacts. Divers will have a relaxing but still spectacular diving holiday here away from the larger crowds which will go to other areas of this coast.
Kas
Considered by many divers as the best spot for diving in the entire country, Kas is a must-see location for divers vesting Turkey.
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Diving in Antalya
The Antalya Region offers a captivating array of dive sites, catering to both shore and liveaboard divers. Renowned for its crystal-clear waters, the area boasts impressive wreck dives, such as the Paris II shipwreck, where divers can explore remnants of a World War I French ship. Another notable wreck is the Uluburun, a Bronze Age shipwreck that provides a unique glimpse into ancient maritime history.
Popular shore dives include the Three Islands, where vibrant marine life and stunning underwater caves await exploration. Night dives offer a chance to witness nocturnal marine behaviors, with octopuses and other species coming to life under the moonlit waters. The region strikes a perfect balance between accessible shore dives and adventurous liveaboard trips, ensuring an unforgettable diving experience for enthusiasts of all skill levels.
The best Months to Dive in Antalya
The Antalya Region offers excellent diving conditions throughout the year, with Mediterranean waters ranging from 18°C–28°C/64°F–82°F. Visibility is typically 20–30 meters/66–98 feet, providing clear views of underwater life and terrain. These conditions make it an attractive destination for divers looking for diverse marine experiences.
Diving is possible year-round, though the best periods are from late spring to early autumn, when the weather is more stable. Winter months may bring stronger winds and currents, which could affect diving conditions. Nonetheless, with proper planning and gear, divers can enjoy the underwater beauty of the Antalya Region any time of the year.
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SCUBAMAXX
SUNAY YILDIZ DALIŞ MERKEZİ PASİFİK TEKNESİ SETUR MARİNA, 07100 Antalya, TUR
SEA LEON DIVING CENTER
Zerdalilik Mah. Burhanettin Onat Cad., ANTALYA, TUR
BOUGAINVILLE DIVING CENTER
ANDIFLI MAH. LIMAN SOK.NO:10, 07580 ANTALYA, TUR
300 Bar Dalış Merkezi
Andifli Mahallesi Eski Antalya Caddesi No:182, 07580 Antalya, TUR
KAS SWIM CENTER
ANDIFLI MAH. LIKYA CAD. NO:9/1 KAS / ANTALYA, 07580 ANTALYA, TUR
KANYON DALIS MERKEZİ
CALIPSO1 Teknesi, 07580 Antalya, TUR
Naturablue Dalis Merkezi
Kas Limani Naturablue dalis teknesi Antalya Kas, 07580 Antalya-Kas, TUR
Life Aquatic Freediving and Yoga Center
Mehmet Karahaliloğlu Caddesi no:3, 07580 Antalya, TUR
Poseidon Diving Center
Merkez Mahallesi Yali Caddesi Turkiz Marina Ici NO 5 Kemer, 07990 Antalya, TUR
Antalya Deep Walker Diving
Sirinyali Mahallesi 1540 Sok. Falcon Hotel A Blok No 12 A, 07000 Antalya, TUR
Octopus Dive Center
Merkez Mahallesi Ataturk Bulvari No 062/001 Kemer, 7990 Antalya, TUR
MAKO DIVING CENTER
Beldibi Mahallesi Baskomutan Ataturk Caddesi RIXOS SUNGATE No:153 Ic Kapi No 1 Kemer, 07000 ANTALYA, TUR
DIVECTION DALIS MERKEZI
Divection Dalis Merkezi Yeşilkent Mahallesi G31 sok.N.1 daire 3, 34580 İstanbul, TUR
ORFOZ DIVING
Orfoz Diving Su Sporlari Gemi isletme Tur. ins Ve Tic LTD ŞTİ, 07580 Antalya / Kaş, TUR
BLUE TEAM
Andifli mah. Kaş Limanı, Blue Team Teknesi Kaş/Antalya 07580, 07580 Kaş, TUR
KALEICI DIVING CENTER
Kaleiçi Yat Limanı Selçuk Mah. İskele Cad. No:71, 07980 ANTALYA, TUR
DRAGOMAN DIVING CENTRE
UZUNÇARŞI NO:15 KAŞ, 07580 ANTALYA, TUR
Antalya Dream Diving
Sirinyalı Mah.1512 Sok. Bilem Otel Bilem Beach içerisi No:2 Muratpasa, 07160 ANTALYA, TUR
Oceanids Diving Center
Andifli Mah. Ozturk Sk. No: 17/1 Kas, 07580 Antalya, TUR
DiveMantaKas
Andifli Mah. Liman Caddesi, 07580 Antalya, TUR