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Set out from Ancient Side Harbor for a guided scuba tour that pairs submerged Greco-Roman statues with vibrant Mediterranean marine life. Beginner-friendly dives, lunch on board, and shore pickup make this a full-day, accessible ocean experience.
Set out from Ancient Side Harbor for a guided scuba tour that pairs submerged Greco-Roman statues with vibrant Mediterranean marine life. Beginner-friendly dives, lunch on board, and shore pickup make this a full-day, accessible ocean experience.
A boat eases out of Ancient Side Harbor as morning light sharpens the limestone headlands and the Mediterranean opens to a flat, glassy plane. Pomegranate tea warms the hands while instructors organize gear and group travelers by language for a calm, thorough briefing.
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Operated by GERMİYAN TURİZM SEYAHAT ACENTASI · Side, Antalya Province
A boat eases out of Ancient Side Harbor as morning light sharpens the limestone headlands and the Mediterranean opens to a flat, glassy plane. Pomegranate tea warms the hands while instructors organize gear and group travelers by language for a calm, thorough briefing.
The tour threads history and reef: the first guided dive drops to 8–10 meters for 15–20 minutes, where submerged sculptures and columns sit like a slow-motion archaeological site, colonized by sponge and damselfish. The second, shallower dive at about 4 meters near the spot associated with Cleopatra's legendary tomb offers easy buoyancy work and bright, sunlit life—wrasse, nudibranchs, and schools of small fish.
Side itself is a compact Greco-Roman port town with a visible past—temples and a classical theatre line the shore. Geologically, the coastline is warm, carbonate-rich Mediterranean rock; currents are generally mild in summer but can tighten in spring and autumn. Local crews serve a hot lunch on board—chicken, rice or pasta—and share photos taken during the dives.
Practically, this is a beginner-friendly, full-day outing (about seven hours) with all scuba equipment, boat insurance, and instruction provided. Expect moderate physical demands: short surface swims, ladder exits, and brief shore transfers for pickup. Bring a swimsuit, towel, and reef-safe sunscreen; if you get seasick, take measures before boarding. Respect submerged artifacts—no touching or anchoring on ruins—and listen to your guide: they manage depth, bottom time, and photo ops so you can focus on breathing slow and watching the Mediterranean at work.
moderate.
7 hours.
Participants should have moderate fitness: comfortable swimming, able to climb a boat ladder and perform short surface swims.
No—this tour offers instructor-led beginner dives (one-on-one guidance) and is designed for people without open-water certification.
Minimum ages vary by operator; travelers with cardiovascular or serious respiratory issues should not dive and infants must sit on an adult's lap for transfers.
Yes—the guide team takes photos and video during dives; these are reviewed and available after the trip, often for purchase or included depending on the operator.
The operator cancels for unsafe sea conditions; full refunds are typically provided if canceled due to weather—confirm timing (usually at least 24 hours prior for non-weather refunds).
Side was a prominent Greco-Roman port; some submerged artifacts near the harbor reflect ancient shoreline changes and marine deposition.
Operators encourage non-contact diving and use reef-safe products; avoid touching artifacts and use neutral buoyancy to protect fragile benthic life.
GERMİYAN TURİZM SEYAHAT ACENTASI operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A boat eases out of Ancient Side Harbor as morning light sharpens the limestone headlands and the Mediterranean opens to a flat, glassy plane. Pomegranate tea warms the hands while instructors organize gear and group travelers by language for a calm, thorough briefing.
A boat eases out of Ancient Side Harbor as morning light sharpens the limestone headlands and the Mediterranean opens to a flat, glassy plane. Pomegranate tea warms the hands while instructors organize gear and group travelers by language for a calm, thorough briefing.
The tour threads history and reef: the first guided dive drops to 8–10 meters for 15–20 minutes, where submerged sculptures and columns sit like a slow-motion archaeological site, colonized by sponge and damselfish. The second, shallower dive at about 4 meters near the spot associated with Cleopatra's legendary tomb offers easy buoyancy work and bright, sunlit life—wrasse, nudibranchs, and schools of small fish.
Side itself is a compact Greco-Roman port town with a visible past—temples and a classical theatre line the shore. Geologically, the coastline is warm, carbonate-rich Mediterranean rock; currents are generally mild in summer but can tighten in spring and autumn. Local crews serve a hot lunch on board—chicken, rice or pasta—and share photos taken during the dives.
Practically, this is a beginner-friendly, full-day outing (about seven hours) with all scuba equipment, boat insurance, and instruction provided. Expect moderate physical demands: short surface swims, ladder exits, and brief shore transfers for pickup. Bring a swimsuit, towel, and reef-safe sunscreen; if you get seasick, take measures before boarding. Respect submerged artifacts—no touching or anchoring on ruins—and listen to your guide: they manage depth, bottom time, and photo ops so you can focus on breathing slow and watching the Mediterranean at work.