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Two guided boat dives off Alanya with hotel pickup from Side, a boat lunch, and professional instructors. Ideal for beginners seeking shallow, scenic dives (5–12 m) and a relaxed surface interval.
Two guided boat dives off Alanya with hotel pickup from Side, a boat lunch, and professional instructors. Ideal for beginners seeking shallow, scenic dives (5–12 m) and a relaxed surface interval.
You step off the minivan in Alanya Harbor and the sea arrives before you — a broad, blue surface that breaks into sunlit pockets around limestone outcrops. Instructors meet the group with calm, practiced brevity; gear is fitted on the dock and the boat eases into a coastline shaped by ancient stones and modern resorts.
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Operated by Profeesional Travel Solutions · Alanya, Antalya Province
You step off the minivan in Alanya Harbor and the sea arrives before you — a broad, blue surface that breaks into sunlit pockets around limestone outcrops. Instructors meet the group with calm, practiced brevity; gear is fitted on the dock and the boat eases into a coastline shaped by ancient stones and modern resorts.
The Mediterranean here carries layers of history: Phoenician and Roman trade routes gave way to Seljuk ports, and the cliffs above Alanya still hold a medieval castle that watched these waters for centuries. Geologically the shore is limestone and karst, which produces small underwater caves and ledges where fish gather and visibility often stays high in summer.
Culture on the boat is relaxed and practical — briefings, buddy checks, then two guided dives of roughly 45 minutes each at 5–12 meters. Between descents the crew serves a plated lunch on deck; photographers offer digital shots you can buy after the trip. The day includes hotel pickup from Side (about a 90‑minute transfer each way) and returns by evening.
Practical guidance: be honest about your comfort in open water, hydrate before boarding, and eat a light breakfast. Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a rash guard or short wetsuit depending on season, and seasickness medication if you’re prone to it. Respect marine life — don’t touch the bottom or chase turtles — and listen to your instructor for safe entry, exit, and communication signals. For first‑time divers this trip balances excitement and safety: the sea invites you in, but your guide keeps the day steady and secure.
moderate.
8 hours (including transfers).
Moderate fitness: expect short climbs on/off the boat, surface swims, and two 45‑minute dives; basic swimming ability required.
No — the tour accepts beginners; dives are guided and instructors stay with you, but you must be comfortable in open water and able to follow instructions.
Typical dives are 45 minutes each at depths between 5 and 12 meters, depending on conditions and the group’s comfort.
Yes — pickup and drop‑off from Side hotels are included; transfer to Alanya Harbor is about 90 minutes each way depending on traffic.
Children can participate if they meet age and health requirements and are comfortable in the water; check operator policies for minimum age and medical considerations.
Alanya’s harbor has been a strategic port since antiquity; the Seljuk castle above the town guarded trade routes and still defines the skyline you’ll see from the boat.
Diving here benefits from local rules protecting nesting beaches and discouraging contact with marine life — follow guides’ instructions and use reef‑safe products to minimize impact.
Profeesional Travel Solutions operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step off the minivan in Alanya Harbor and the sea arrives before you — a broad, blue surface that breaks into sunlit pockets around limestone outcrops. Instructors meet the group with calm, practiced brevity; gear is fitted on the dock and the boat eases into a coastline shaped by ancient stones and modern resorts.
You step off the minivan in Alanya Harbor and the sea arrives before you — a broad, blue surface that breaks into sunlit pockets around limestone outcrops. Instructors meet the group with calm, practiced brevity; gear is fitted on the dock and the boat eases into a coastline shaped by ancient stones and modern resorts.
The Mediterranean here carries layers of history: Phoenician and Roman trade routes gave way to Seljuk ports, and the cliffs above Alanya still hold a medieval castle that watched these waters for centuries. Geologically the shore is limestone and karst, which produces small underwater caves and ledges where fish gather and visibility often stays high in summer.
Culture on the boat is relaxed and practical — briefings, buddy checks, then two guided dives of roughly 45 minutes each at 5–12 meters. Between descents the crew serves a plated lunch on deck; photographers offer digital shots you can buy after the trip. The day includes hotel pickup from Side (about a 90‑minute transfer each way) and returns by evening.
Practical guidance: be honest about your comfort in open water, hydrate before boarding, and eat a light breakfast. Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a rash guard or short wetsuit depending on season, and seasickness medication if you’re prone to it. Respect marine life — don’t touch the bottom or chase turtles — and listen to your instructor for safe entry, exit, and communication signals. For first‑time divers this trip balances excitement and safety: the sea invites you in, but your guide keeps the day steady and secure.