Top Side Dive Sites

1. Side Underwater Museum

Explore 110 statues across five themes in this unique underwater museum. Marine life like small reef fish and crustaceans add to the experience. Suitable for easy to moderate scuba dives, with guided tours available. The museum is a must-see, offering a special and educational dive experience.

2. Side Reef 1

This shallow reef, ranging from 6 to 12 meters, offers vibrant marine life including diverse fish species and colorful corals. It's perfect for easy scuba diving and snorkeling. The area is ideal for beginners, providing a tranquil environment to appreciate underwater biodiversity.

3. TCSG-117 Wreck

The 30-meter long wreck, sunk in 2008, lies at a depth of 25 meters. It has transformed into a thriving artificial reef, hosting a variety of marine flora and fauna. Suitable for advanced scuba diving, it offers an adventurous exploration of underwater history and ecology.

4. Side Canyon

This site features stunning underwater formations and offers sightings of groupers and barracudas. It's recommended for advanced scuba divers due to depth variations and occasional currents. The canyon's unique topography provides an exciting underwater adventure.

5. Temple of Apollo

A site suitable for both scuba and freediving, located near ancient ruins visible from the shore. Common marine life includes sea turtles and octopus. While not part of a protected area, it offers a dive rich in history and marine encounters, ideal for moderate-level divers.