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Explore the turquoise warm waters of Turkey

Expect to see historic shipwrecks, abundant marine life and secretive underwater cities. The underworld of Turkey is so diverse and has so much to offer - from great boat diving to beautiful reef walls, drop-offs, caverns and deep canyons. Regions for amazing diving in Turkey include Gallipoli, Bodrum, Fethiye, Kas and Antalya. Go on an underwater adventure in the crystal clear waters of Mediterranean and Aegan Sea!

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Dive sites

Discover the underwater wonders waiting to be explored

Denizatı Dalış Merkezi, 34940 Tuzla - Istanbul

Kaş Neptün (★4.6)

Underwater gardens of Neptune; a rich and shallow reef rising to 8m under tough waves just off cape “Çondur”. There is definitely an antique wreck site here, lots of amphorae are scattered around up from 20 metres and all along the coastal side of the reef.
Happy Bubbles Dalis Merkezi - Bodrum, 48400 Bodrum

C47 Dakota UÇAK BATIĞI (★4.5)

C-47 Dakota is a military plane wreck with a length of 20m and wing width of 30m. It was sunk by BOSAD in 2007. Its depth starts at 19m and descends to 33m. In 2010 the wreck was broken into two pieces and the body/tail part drifted deeper. The left engine was also broken as she was moving.
Happy Bubbles Dalis Merkezi, 48400 Bodrum

TCG Pinar-1 (Wreck) (★4.5)

The TCG Pinar 1 was a Navy Coastguard water carrying ship. It has been sunk by BOSAD (Bodrum Sualtı Derneği) in May 2007 to create an artificial reef for divers. It has a length of 37m and 7m width. The stern lies at 20m and descends to around 30m.
Happy Bubbles Dalis Merkezi - Bodrum, 48400 Bodrum

Big Reef (★4.6)

The most beautiful and fascinating dive site in Bodrum. Big Reef has all the diving opportunities in it. The depth starts at 7m (25 ft). Divers can use the anchor chain for an easy descent to the top of the reef. lt has a wall that faces Black Island and drops straight down from 7 meters to 34 meters.
Denizatı Dalış Merkezi, 34940 Tuzla - Istanbul

Güvercin Ada / Tank Wreck (★4.6)

The pigeons are not here anymore but the shallow depths are teeming with life, rabbitfish, and breams galore. A white marble shark sculpture reminisces of recent underwater art exhibitions and gives a startle to first-time divers! This is an ideal, very calm site for snorkelers and those starting diving training.
Happy Bubbles Dalis Merkezi - Bodrum, 48400 Bodrum

Orak Adası (★4.6)

Orak Island is 2 hrs from Bodrum and is very famous for its deep walls. Good for all levels as well as eXtended Range dives. Another dive spot around the island is the Orak reef. Also very rich in aquatic life.
Denizatı Dalış Merkezi, 34940 Tuzla - Istanbul

Hidayet Koyu (★4.6)

This bay is very beautiful underwater and above, and also well sheltered. Sea-grass meadows in the bay are full of life, day and night. East from the small cape, bare rocks slope down gradually to 32m, with lots of life; moray eels and bigger fish at depth.
Denizatı Dalış Merkezi, 34940 Tuzla - Istanbul

Kanyon / Dimitri (Wreck) (★4.7)

The Canyon - Dimtri Wreck is number one in Kaş. Fish may not always abound at this very popular site but the sights are worth it. Please do not touch anything while diving.
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Fener (★4.6)

Being the closest in distance to Kaş makes Fener a very popular dive site. It is a very diverse site. If you head east underwater you will find the “Ottoman wreck” to explore. It has a worn wooden spine and mails at 23 meters with a large water jug.
Denizatı Dalış Merkezi, 34940 Tuzla - Istanbul

C-47 Dakota (Wreck) (★4.6)

After being scrapped, the C-47 DAKOTA aircraft (wingspan 29m, length 20m), was turned into an artificial reef to a depth of 22 meters. Novice divers can even enter the cargo bay.

Marine Life

Encounter these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat

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Sperm Whale
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Bottlenose Dolphin
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Seal
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Green Turtle
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Butterfly Fish
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Barracuda
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Pufferfish
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Seahorses and Pipefishes
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