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Two guided beginner dives off the Side/Okurcalar coast with hotel transfers and lunch onboard. Certified instructors lead short, shallow dives ideal for first-timers, plus optional underwater photos.
Two guided beginner dives off the Side/Okurcalar coast with hotel transfers and lunch onboard. Certified instructors lead short, shallow dives ideal for first-timers, plus optional underwater photos.
Morning light slices across the Mediterranean as the small dive boat slips away from the Okurcalar shore, air conditioning humming in the transfer van already forgotten. Instructors check gear with quiet efficiency; the sea ahead is clear, blue, and patient, inviting first-time divers to submerge.
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Operated by Sommer Tour · Side, Antalya
Morning light slices across the Mediterranean as the small dive boat slips away from the Okurcalar shore, air conditioning humming in the transfer van already forgotten. Instructors check gear with quiet efficiency; the sea ahead is clear, blue, and patient, inviting first-time divers to submerge.
This stretch of Turkey's southern coast sits on folded Mesozoic limestone and Miocene terraces, so underwater you’ll find rocky ledges, sandy channels and Posidonia meadows that shelter juvenile fish. The region around Side bears Greek and Roman layers of history — old ports and trade routes shaped local fishing villages that still serve fresh-caught seafood between tourist piers.
On the surface the captain runs a concise safety briefing before shallow-water skills: regulator clearing, buoyancy basics, and hand signals. Expect two guided dives of roughly 10–20 minutes each for beginners, separated by a relaxed on-board lunch of schnitzel and pasta. Instructors control depth and pace; currents are generally mild but can nudge you along reefs, so follow guidance and descend with your buddy.
Practical notes: bring a swimsuit, towel, reef‑safe sunscreen and seasickness medication if you’re prone. The operator provides full equipment and transfers; medical exclusions include pregnancy and serious heart or spine conditions. Children under 12 may join the boat trip but not the dives. Plan for a half-day including transfers; mornings usually offer the best visibility. Respect the underwater garden — don’t touch or chase marine life — and enjoy the slow, clear world beneath the Turkish sun and breathe deeply.
easy.
6 hours.
Light — able to swim and perform short surface swims; no advanced fitness required
No certification is required; the trip is designed for beginners with full instruction and guided shallow dives.
Guided beginner dives are generally shallow (less than 12m) and last about 10–20 minutes each depending on comfort and conditions.
Children under 12 can join the boat as passengers but are not permitted to participate in the scuba dives.
This activity is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with serious heart or spinal conditions; disclose any medical issues when booking.
Side was an important Greek and later Roman port; submerged ruins and coastal terraces reflect centuries of maritime trade and settlement.
Posidonia seagrass meadows are ecologically vital and sensitive—avoid anchoring on meadows and use reef-safe products to reduce impact.
Sommer Tour operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Morning light slices across the Mediterranean as the small dive boat slips away from the Okurcalar shore, air conditioning humming in the transfer van already forgotten. Instructors check gear with quiet efficiency; the sea ahead is clear, blue, and patient, inviting first-time divers to submerge.
Morning light slices across the Mediterranean as the small dive boat slips away from the Okurcalar shore, air conditioning humming in the transfer van already forgotten. Instructors check gear with quiet efficiency; the sea ahead is clear, blue, and patient, inviting first-time divers to submerge.
This stretch of Turkey's southern coast sits on folded Mesozoic limestone and Miocene terraces, so underwater you’ll find rocky ledges, sandy channels and Posidonia meadows that shelter juvenile fish. The region around Side bears Greek and Roman layers of history — old ports and trade routes shaped local fishing villages that still serve fresh-caught seafood between tourist piers.
On the surface the captain runs a concise safety briefing before shallow-water skills: regulator clearing, buoyancy basics, and hand signals. Expect two guided dives of roughly 10–20 minutes each for beginners, separated by a relaxed on-board lunch of schnitzel and pasta. Instructors control depth and pace; currents are generally mild but can nudge you along reefs, so follow guidance and descend with your buddy.
Practical notes: bring a swimsuit, towel, reef‑safe sunscreen and seasickness medication if you’re prone. The operator provides full equipment and transfers; medical exclusions include pregnancy and serious heart or spine conditions. Children under 12 may join the boat trip but not the dives. Plan for a half-day including transfers; mornings usually offer the best visibility. Respect the underwater garden — don’t touch or chase marine life — and enjoy the slow, clear world beneath the Turkish sun and breathe deeply.