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Wrecks, natural reefs and artificial reef areas along Turkey's coasts and inland waters, in one list. Filter by province, type and depth. The depth band is taken from the deepest figure on record and exists only for sites whose source states a depth — nothing here is estimated.

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19 Fathoms 25-40 m Balıkesir Reef The site takes its name from its depth; it runs from 25 metres down to 40. It is described as giving one… Three Rocks 13-24 m Balıkesir Reef A shallow site made up of five large rocks; 13 to 24 metres. Grouper and moray are abundant. 88 Rocks Izmir Reef It is described as one of the popular sites at Çeşme; a rocky structure. Abdi Reis Cove 0-33 m Muğla Reef The cove that divers call Akvaryum because of the clarity of the water. It runs from the surface down to 33 metres.… Ada Tepe Cape (Çapa) Muğla Reef The cape dive at the Ada Tepe locality; on the centre's list it also appears under the name “Çapa”. The local centre… Adabanko 20-30 m Aydın Reef Depth varies between 20 and 30 metres, with rich marine life and coral formations. Suited to intermediate-level divers. Afkule 50 m Muğla Reef A wall dive on the Fethiye coast. The dive runs along a fissure of roughly 70 metres in the rock wall, among… Akkum Mersin Reef A cove on the Silifke shore; the camping and water-sports facilities in the area run diving activities. Note: some lists carry three… Aksu Cove 0-40 m Muğla Reef A cove running from the surface to 40 metres, with sections that suit every level. Byzantine-period amphorae lie in the deep section.… Akvaryum Wall 40-50 m Muğla Reef The wall section of the Akvaryum area; on the left side it drops steeply to 40-50 metres. While the cove section is… Akvaryum Cove (Fethiye) 10 m Muğla Reef A cove sheltered like a lagoon; maximum depth 10 metres. Suitable for every level. Orange sponges, sand fish, dusky grouper and octopus… Akvaryum Reef 20 m Muğla Reef The reef section of the Akvaryum area. It is a SEPARATE site from Akvaryum Cove and Akvaryum Wall; the three carry the… Akyar Cove 8-14 m Mersin Reef The bottom is sand and rock. At 14 metres a ridge running towards Kızkalesi can be followed; turning into the cove, dives… Ali Reis Shallow 5-40 m Balıkesir Reef A broad shallow the size of a football pitch, dropping from 5 metres to 40. It hosts shoals of saddled bream and… Amphora Wall 6-25 m Muğla Reef Behind Karaada, the first reef begins at 16 metres. Amphora fragments are seen where the sandy bottom meets the wall dive; barracuda,… Amphora (Teos) Izmir Reef A site where amphora fragments are seen in the cracks in the rock; it is known for its grouper, which are used… Anfora Cove (Boğsak) Mersin Reef The cove between Boğsak and Dana Island. It is known for its clear water; a coast guard boat sunk for dive tourism… Ancient Anchor Muğla Reef It takes its name from the old anchors lying on the bottom; regional promotional material speaks of anchors two hundred years old.… Aqua Point 25 m Muğla Reef A site going down to 25 metres. Ancient anchors and amphora remains are seen in the deep section. Underwater cultural assets are… Arap Cape Istanbul Reef One of the cape dives named around Büyükada. Depth and route information has not been published; conditions should be assessed with the… Armutlu Cape 30 m Muğla Reef A cape dive at the Armutlu locality. Regional promotional material speaks of very old amphorae at around thirty metres and of a… Armutlu South Shore Muğla Reef A route running along the southern shore of Armutlu. The local centre should be consulted for the depth profile and the entry… Armutlu Cove Muğla Reef The cove dive at the Armutlu locality. The centre's list holds three separate Armutlu routes, together with the cape and the southern… Asker Rock 12-33 m Edirne Reef A reef about 250 metres across, starting at 12 metres and dropping to 33. It is known for its large lobsters, and… Aslan Island Muğla Reef A dive made around the island off the Datça Peninsula. The local dive centre should be consulted for the route and depth. Ay Işığı (Kemer) Antalya Reef A site in Kemer reached from the shore or by boat; its sloping profile suits courses. It is known for the statue… Ayrık Taş (Eşek Island, Çeşme) 45 m Izmir Reef One of the dive sites around Eşek Island, named after its split-rock formation. Experienced divers can go down to 45 metres. Aziz Ağa Cove Muğla Reef A sheltered cove dive; it is used for training and check dives. Bakla Rocks (Bozcaada) 16 m Çanakkale Reef A dive area spread over a wide stretch; its rocks are an extension of the Sulubahçe reef. Balaban Island 30 m Muğla Reef A dive made as a full circuit around the island; maximum depth 30 metres. It suits intermediate and advanced levels; current and… Baracuda Reef 25 m Muğla Reef A reef dive going down to 25 metres. It suits advanced divers. It takes its name from the shoals of barracuda seen… Barakuda Reef (Kuşadası) 12-18 m Aydın Reef Colourful corals and a range of marine life at 12-18 metres; suited to beginner level. Barbonaksa Shallow 6-25 m Balıkesir Reef A shallow running from 6 metres down to 25. It is known for dense shoals of fish and is counted as ideal… West Shallow 11-40 m Balıkesir Reef A shallow running from 11 metres down to 40. The shallow section is open to inexperienced divers as well. Bayrak Island (Pina Reef) 35 m Antalya Reef Close to Kaş; a reef and wall site that takes its name from the pen shell colonies. The wall drops to 35… Bebek Rocks 44 m Çanakkale Reef One of the park's two reef sites; not a wreck but a natural formation. It holds hundreds of living species and goes… Besmi Island 42 m Antalya Reef A small, shoe-shaped island off Kaş. Turtles and barracuda can be seen here, and there is also a wreck with anchors around… Boğsak Island Mersin Reef A small island off the İmamuşağı shore of Silifke, opposite Boğsak Cove. Its calm sea and clear visibility make it one of… Bozan Cape Muğla Reef A cape dive on the peninsula shore. Depth and route information has not been published; conditions should be assessed with the local… Bülent's Place 15-27 m Balıkesir Reef A hollowed rocky area between 15 and 27 metres. A range of fish species shelter in the hollows. Büyük Bango 4-32 m Muğla Reef A shallow about 20 minutes by boat from Bodrum harbour. Its top starts at 4 metres; it deepens in steps towards Bodrum,… Büyük İlyosta Outer Shallow 13-42 m Balıkesir Reef An outer shallow where an eight-metre wall drops away into deep water; 13 to 42 metres. The bottom fauna is rich. Büyük İlyosta Gavur Harbour 3-35 m Balıkesir Reef A harbour dive with sections suited to every level, running from 3 metres to 35. There are moray and crustaceans, and the… Büyük İlyosta North Face 10-27 m Balıkesir Reef From 10 to 27 metres; grouper dens, coral and historic anchors. Büyükeceli Mersin Reef A stretch of shore reached 3 kilometres past Yanışlı; regional guides refer to it as a significant scuba diving site. Genoese Harbour Breakwater 13-14 m Kocaeli Reef The historic breakwater structure at Kerpe. It runs from the surface down to thirteen or fourteen metres; because it is a historic… Çeti Suyu Reef Muğla Reef The reef dive at the Çeti Suyu locality. It can be planned together with the artificial wreck at the same spot. Çiftlik Cape Muğla Reef The cape dive at the Çiftlik locality. On cape routes the current conditions can change during the day; the plan should be… Dalyan Cove (Fethiye) 10 m Muğla Reef A cove well suited to those new to diving; maximum depth 10 metres. Sea snails, colourful fish and sponges are dense on… Dana Island Mersin Reef An island holding the remains of an ancient settlement and shipyard. Anchors, wrecks and shore structures spanning the Bronze Age to the… Davutdere Wall Muğla Reef A wall dive; the depth increases quickly along the steep descent. Deli Mehmet 19-45 m Balıkesir Reef It is described as the most chosen dive site at Ayvalık. It is known for two underwater peaks and the red coral… Despot Rocks Edirne Reef Rocks running along the cliffed shore of Gallipoli; reached from Güneyli Village. Deve Rock 14 m and deeper Antalya Reef It takes its name from the camel-shaped rock formation; there are sections with current and coral reefs. Dilvarda (East and West) 5-40 m Antalya Reef A dive site off Alanya with two faces, east and west. Dış Kalemlik Muğla Reef A dive made on the seaward-facing section of the Kalemlik locality. No published depth information exists. Domuz Çukuru Muğla Reef A locality on the Datça shore; one of the spots where boat tours stop for a swim. The local centre should be… Emin's Kumbara 18-35 m Balıkesir Reef A twin rock formation; 18 to 35 metres. There are grouper and shoals of pandora. Eşek Island (Çeşme) 20-60 m Izmir Reef The east wall runs between 20 and 40 metres; around the island the bottom drops to 50-60 metres. It is known for… Esen Island Muğla Reef An island at the breakwater exit of Datça harbour. Regional guides count it among the peninsula's best-known dive areas; being close to… Eski Knidos (Burgaz) Muğla Reef A dive made off the ancient settlement area at the Burgaz locality. Because it is an archaeological site, the route and the… Ezerbey Rocks 25-60 m Balıkesir Reef A rocky structure dropping from 25 metres to 60. Red and yellow corals, grouper and migratory fish species are seen. It is… Fener (Bodrum) 5-20 m Muğla Reef The dive route around the lighthouse; it is also used for night diving. Fener Island (Çeşme) 18 m Izmir Reef A colourful seabed at 18 metres; sponges and corals are dense, and with luck a seal may be seen. Fener Cape (Kaş) 3-38 m Antalya Reef The area around the lighthouse at the harbour entrance; its gradually deepening structure means it is used for training dives. Fener Shallow (Kemer) 3-18 m Antalya Reef Seven minutes from Kemer Marina; it suits every level. The area is covered with a large number of tunnels and rock formations,… Fenerüstü 3-20 m Muğla Reef The upper section of the Fener site; shallow and sheltered. Geçmiş Olsun Cape 25 m Balıkesir Reef A cape dropping to 25 metres. Large octopus and moray are seen; the current can be strong, and the plan should be… Gök Liman Cove (Akvaryum) Muğla Reef A small, shallow cove with a sandy bottom. It is known for the colourful sponges on its rock walls and its variety… Gök Liman Cove Wall (Akvaryum) Muğla Reef A route running along the rock wall of Gök Liman Cove. It offers a deeper profile than the dive in the shallow… Gök Liman Cove North Cape (Akvaryum) Muğla Reef The northern cape of Gök Liman Cove, which is known as Akvaryum. In the centre's list the cove appears as three separate… Güvercin Island (Kaş) Up to 28 m Antalya Reef An island dive that stands out for the clarity of the water. Güvercin Crevice Istanbul Reef A site that takes its name from the crevice in the rock. One of the four named dive sites around Büyükada; the… Güvercinada (Kuşadası) Aydın Reef Dives around the island that is the symbol of Kuşadası; it has sections that suit every level. Harmankaya 7-33 m Edirne Reef A reef that drops from 7 metres to 33 and meets the sand bottom; suitable for boat diving. Hayıtlı Cape 5-38 m Muğla Reef A reef with a rocky structure, dropping from 5 metres to 38. It is used both for training and for experienced diving,… Heybeli Islands Antalya Reef About 30 km west of Kaş, formed by two boomerang-shaped islands. There are two separate dive areas, inner and outer Heybeli. It… Hidayet Cove Archaeopark (Stone Henge) Up to 30 m Antalya Reef An underwater archaeopark area in Kaş; in regional records it also appears under the name Stone Henge. Underwater cultural assets are covered… İblis Cape 22 m Muğla Reef A cape dive going down to 22 metres. Fragments of ancient amphorae lie on the bottom. Underwater cultural assets are covered by… İblis Cape Wall 8-18 m Muğla Reef The wall section of İblis Cape; it is planned separately from the cape dive. İblis Reef 8-10 m Muğla Reef The reef section around İblis Cape. It is planned as a separate route from the cape dive. İblis Shallow 3-30 m Muğla Reef The shallow section of the İblis area; it is used for check dives and safety stops. İbrice Rocks Edirne Reef The rocky area of the İbrice district used for training and examination dives. İbrice Harbour 8-10 m Edirne Reef It is described as the best-known dive base in Saros. At the harbour entrance there are two sites named Cennet and Cehennem;… İnce Burun Lighthouse 3-40 m Muğla Reef A wide depth range running from 3 metres down to 40. Rock masses in the form of underwater mountains give the site… İnce Kıyı Lighthouse Antalya Reef The rocky route around the lighthouse; it appears on the site list for the Kaş area. İncirli Island Amphorae 24-28 m Balıkesir Reef The section between 24 and 28 metres where amphora remains lie. Underwater cultural assets are covered by Law no. 2863; the remains… İncirli Island West Face 17-38 m Balıkesir Reef A rocky face between 17 and 38 metres. There are ancient amphorae at 24 metres, and the rocks are covered with white… Kabak Cove Reef 10-18 m Muğla Reef The reef section in Kabak Cove; separate from the tunnel route. Kabak Tunnel 11-18 m Muğla Reef The tunnel passage off Kabak Cove. Because of the enclosed space, a light source and experience are required. Kadınlar Denizi Reef Aydın Reef A reef known for its sea turtles and colourful fish; the clarity of the water gives long visibility. Kadırga Cove 0-40 m Muğla Reef A cove dropping from the surface to 38-40 metres. On its floor lie the remains of a Hellenistic-period shipwreck and an amphora… Kaleköy Harbour (Gökçeada) 4-8 m Çanakkale Reef The rocks outside the harbour at Kaleköy; of particular interest for night diving. Kalpazankaya Istanbul Reef A dive made at the Kalpazankaya locality of Burgazada. One of the island's two main named dive sites; the local centre should… Kamil Island 10-25 m Muğla Reef A dive made around the island off Sarıgerme; it has a rocky structure with hollows. Canyon (Kaş) 35 m Antalya Reef One of the landmark sites of Kaş. There are narrow passages between the rocks, steep walls and a cavern section; in its… Kara Island İncirli Face 19-32 m Balıkesir Reef The 19 to 32 metre band. There are historic anchors left from wrecks, and a high density of fish and crustaceans. Kara Island Yıldız Cove 20 m Balıkesir Reef A cove dive at around 20 metres. There are amphora and anchor remains, and moray and grouper are seen. Kara Taş (Üç Taş) 3-55 m Muğla Reef It takes its name from three large rocks rising from the sandy bottom; the rocks are some eight metres high. The wall… Karaada — Aksona Cape 3-45 m Muğla Reef The south-eastern cape of Karaada. The profile begins at 3 metres from the shore, drops first to around 20 metres and then,… Karaada — Kaçakçı Cove 40-50 m (cave) Muğla Reef One of the coves of Karaada. Behind a shallow entrance there is a cave system dropping to 40-50 metres, which is why… Karaada South Tip 18-26 m Muğla Reef The wall dive at the southern tip of Karaada. This is the site that appears in some sources as “Karaada Güney Duvarı… Karacaören Island Muğla Reef A dive made around Karacaören Island, between Fethiye and Ölüdeniz. The island holds more than one route, with wall, reef and canyon… Karacaören Amphora Site 14-27 m Muğla Reef A dive site around Karacaören Island off Fethiye where amphorae dated to the Hellenistic period (about 300 BC) are found. Regional dive… Karacaören North Wall Canyon 18-30 m Muğla Reef A canyon route running along the wall on the northern face of the island. A choice for those who like wall dives. Karacaören Reef 8-30 m Muğla Reef The reef section around Karacaören Island. It is known for its rocky bottom and coral formations. Karagöz Cape 33 m Balıkesir Reef A cape known for its clear water; on the rocky slope dropping to 33 metres there are deep hollows and large conger… Karaincir Islands 10-40 m Muğla Reef A group of islets off the peninsula. Regional guides describe the waters around them as running between ten and forty metres, where… Karataş Cape Muğla Reef A cape dive on the peninsula shore. At capes the current changes with the shoreline and the wind; the local centre should… Kargı Island 5-36 m Muğla Reef The dive site in the Bodrum area closest to the island of Kos (İstanköy); there are about 3.5 nautical miles between them.… Kargı Cove Muğla Reef A cove a few kilometres from the centre of Datça, sheltered from the wind by steep slopes. Because of its still water,… Kargı Cove South Cape Muğla Reef The cape at the southern end of Kargı Cove. Unlike the sheltered inner part of the cove it faces open water; conditions… Karides Hollow 28 m Muğla Reef It is regarded as one of the best walls in Fethiye; maximum depth 28 metres. It takes its name from the shrimp… Kartal Rocks Kocaeli Reef A rocky area near Kerpe; it can be dived by entering from the shore. One of the sites used in work presenting… Kaşkaval Cape (Gökçeada) 30 m Çanakkale Reef Where clear water meets the rocks; the island's first deep-diving area. Keçi Island Lighthouse 8-38 m Muğla Reef A profile that starts at 8-10 metres and drops to 38; it suits experienced divers. Large fish, lobster, moray eel and octopus… Kefken Island Kocaeli Reef Turkey's only inhabited island in the Black Sea. Diving in the area begins at Kerpe Cove and continues along the Kefken and… Kel Cape Muğla Reef A cape dive on the peninsula shore. At capes the current can change in direction and strength; conditions should be assessed with… Kerbela 30-65 m Balıkesir Reef The rocks begin at 30 metres and drop to 65. A site for experienced divers. Red fan corals and gorgonian forests are… Kerpe Canyon 10 m Kocaeli Reef A canyon formation roughly ten metres high; among the dives made from a boat. Rays, mullet, horse mackerel and red mullet native… Kerpe Cove Kocaeli Reef A sheltered cove, closed to the north wind. On the bottom there are Roman-period harbour remains, seagrass meadows, canyon and cave formations;… Kiremitlik 25 m Edirne Reef A structure passing from a sandy bottom into a rocky area; 25 metres deep, with turquoise water and a rich bottom habitat. Kiriş Akvaryum Cove 12 m Antalya Reef A cove called Akvaryum because of its clear water; it is in the Kiriş area. Kırıktaş (Alanya) 5-20 m Antalya Reef One of Alanya's 13 dive sites. Kızıl Island Lighthouse 8-15 m Muğla Reef A dive made around the lighthouse of Kızıl Island, at the entrance to the Gulf of Fethiye. The profile starts at 8… Kızıl Island Canyon 12 m Muğla Reef The second site around Kızıl Island. With a maximum depth of 12 metres it is open to every level. At the end… Kızkalesi Cape 3-20 m Mersin Reef A site that begins at rock and has a deep sandy structure; it runs from 3 metres down to 20 metres and… Kocaburun 12-17 m Muğla Reef Twelve metres on the western face of the cape and seventeen on the eastern; it is known for its shoals of dusky… Kocadağ 14 m and deeper Balıkesir Reef A shallow used for training dives; it begins at 14 metres, and octopus are seen in its deeper section. Köçek Island 8-34 m Muğla Reef A very small rocky island. The dive is made at three levels: a rocky bottom at 8-10 metres, a second ledge at… Kömür Cove Edirne Reef A sheltered cove; the rocks deepen in steps. It is known for its turquoise water and its campsite. Küçük Bango 5-30 m Muğla Reef A second shallow about 200 metres from Büyük Bango towards Bodrum. Its top is at 5-6 metres; all four sides drop steeply… Tower (Ayvalık) Balıkesir Reef One of the dive sites Ayvalık Alan Başkanlığı counts by name, among the 60 in the area. The local dive centres should… Kumbaros Istanbul Reef One of the livelier dive sites around Burgazada. Regional sources write that underwater life is striking here, particularly on night dives. Kurşun Cape 20 m and deeper Istanbul Reef The cape at the south-eastern tip of Büyükada. Regional sources count it among İstanbul's richest dive sites: there are soft coral beds… Kurt Cape 3-30 m Muğla Reef A cape dive; rocky structure with the depth increasing in steps. Kütük Cape 0-52 m Muğla Reef A wall dive; it runs from the surface down to 52 metres and is one of the deepest sites in Marmaris. Depth… Kuyuluköy Balıkesir Reef An area known for its clear water and its large white rocks; the rocks host rich marine life. Lego Hill 5-45 m Izmir Reef A wall rising in the middle of a sandy bottom; it is known for its hollows and for the way the wall… Light House Wall (Kalkan) Antalya Reef A wall dive on the Kalkan side; it appears in regional records under its English name. Lycian Wall 12-30 m Muğla Reef A wall dive on the southern shore of Fethiye. The steep descent and the depth bands are pronounced. Mağaralı Outer Shallow 12 m and deeper Balıkesir Reef A shallow known for its large octopus; it begins at 12 metres and suits every level. Mağaralı Cape 34 m Balıkesir Reef A cape dropping to 34 metres. Seabream and octopus are dense, and the hollows make a home for young conger eels. Mapus Cove Muğla Reef A cove dive on the peninsula shore. On cove dives the depth generally increases from the shore outwards; the local centre should… Marta Cove Istanbul Reef One of the cove dives named around Burgazada. Depth and route information has not been published; conditions should be assessed with the… Masa Rock (At Mezarlığı) Istanbul Reef A rock site at the At Mezarlığı locality. Regional writing refers to it as an enjoyable dive because of the shore structure;… Melina Island West Face 3-37 m Balıkesir Reef A wide band running from 3 metres down to 37, with sections suited to every level. There are large hollows and a… Mermer Cape (Bozcaada) 15 m Çanakkale Reef A cape where high rocks form a natural harbour; it is used as the dive area on windy days. Mersincik Wall Muğla Reef A wall dive at the Mersincik locality on the northern shore of the peninsula. In the centre's site list it also appears… Minare Rock Edirne Reef A column-shaped rock rising from the seabed. It suits deep diving and requires experience. Minnoş Island and Reefs 7-30 m Edirne Reef An island 15 metres high and the reefs around it; there is a steep wall structure and the reefs lie between 7… Mustafa Reef Aydın Reef A reef off Kuşadası. It appears in a single source; the local centre should be consulted for detail. Nar Island Muğla Reef The surroundings of a small island; a rocky bottom with hollows. Neptün Reef 12-30 m Antalya Reef It is described as one of the best-known reefs in Kaş, and holds several depth bands. Seahorses, rays and sharks may be… Oasis Reef 16 m and deeper Antalya Reef A reef whose shallow structure suits beginner level; there are coral formations and a wide variety of fish. Öksüz Island 7-35 m Antalya Reef A dive made around the island between Kaş and Kalkan. Orak Island 30-70 m Muğla Reef An island at the mouth of the Gökova Gulf. Rock walls run from 3 metres down to 30; the cave at 32-34… Paçoz Cove 6-30 m Muğla Reef A cove dive; mixed sandy and rocky bottom. Pamucak Reef Aydın Reef The reef off Pamucak; with sections that suit every level, it is also used for training dives. Peksimet Island 18-30 m Muğla Reef A dive that can be planned as a full circuit around the island. Piramit 30 m Muğla Reef An advanced-level site going down to 30 metres. Daylight falling in through an opening in the rock mass is described as the… Poyraz Cove (Karaada) 5-35 m Muğla Reef The cove on the Poyraz side of Karaada; it has deeper parts and sections suited to cave diving. Şahin Cape 9-22 m Muğla Reef A cape dive running from 9 metres to 22. Fragments of ancient amphorae can be seen in the rocky structure. Sponges, starfish… Şahin Yuvası Muğla Reef A route that appears on the centre's site list. No published depth or description exists; the local centre should be consulted for… Sancaklı Cove Muğla Reef A cove dive; its sheltered structure gives it sections open to every level. Sandal Rock Muğla Reef A site that takes its name from the rock formation on the bottom. No published depth information exists; the local centre should… Sargos Rock Istanbul Reef A rock site that takes its name from the sargo. One of the named dive sites around Büyükada. Sarı Liman Island Muğla Reef A dive made around the island at the Sarı Liman locality. The centre's list holds two separate Sarı Liman routes, together with… Sarı Liman Cove Muğla Reef The cove dive at the Sarı Liman locality. Sheltered coves are used as alternative routes on windy days. Sarı Mehmet Cape 5-21 m Muğla Reef The cape and cove between Turunç and İçmeler. It has a rocky structure between 5 and 21 metres and is used both… Sarıyarlar 10 m Muğla Reef A site open to every level, with a maximum depth of 10 metres. Canyon-shaped rock formations give the route its main character.… Şeytanlı Wall 13-25 m Muğla Reef A wall dive; it takes its name from the rock formation in the area. Sıçan Island Antalya Reef With its sheltered cove and small island, a site suited to beginner-level divers and snorkellers. Visibility is high and there is no… Sığacık Canyon 5-35 m Izmir Reef The canyon running between Killik Cape and Sırtlan Cape. It holds blue-green algae, seagrass and coralline habitat. Sömbeki Cape Muğla Reef A cape dive; with its rocky structure and sections open to current it suits experienced divers. Sulubahçe Reef (Bozcaada) 20 m Çanakkale Reef The reef dive of Bozcaada; the rocks at Bakla Rocks are an extension of this reef. Susanoğlu 9 m Mersin Reef Going 100 metres out from Susanoğlu by boat and descending to 9 metres, a ridge one kilometre long is seen on the… Taş Island 30 m Balıkesir Reef A rocky island dive dropping to 30 metres; octopus and a range of fish species. Tek Taş Muğla Reef A dive made around a single rock formation rising from the bottom. Depth and route information has not been published; the local… Tekağaç Cape (Didim) Aydın Reef The cape at the western end of the peninsula; it is known for its rocky structure and carries the remains of a… Tectonic Cove 12-30 m Muğla Reef A cove dive that takes its name from the fractured, tectonic-looking rock formations on the bottom. Telgraf Cape 5-18 m Izmir Reef A cape dive; a rocky structure with a stepped increase in depth. Teos Corner Izmir Reef It is described as one of the best-known routes at Sığacık; with its deep canyon walls and hollows it suits both sport… Tokmaklar 35-65 m Balıkesir Reef A deep site whose top begins at 30-35 metres and continues to 65; aimed at experienced divers. There are red coral and… Toplar Cape Tunnel Edirne Reef A wall dive; the tunnel section runs about 15 metres horizontally at a depth of around 3 metres. Sponge and coral formations… Tunnel (Kaş) 18 m Antalya Reef A tunnel passage suited to open water diving; large marine life, coral reefs and sand slopes. Tunnels (Fethiye) 10-20 m Muğla Reef A route passing through several tunnel formations one after another; the depth is between 10 and 20 metres. Natural light entering the… Turgut's Place 30 m Muğla Reef The site regional guides refer to as the deepest dive in Fethiye; it goes down to 30 metres. Because of the depth… Turunç Spring Muğla Reef One of the dive routes in the Gulf of Fethiye; close to the shore and sheltered in structure. Three Tunnels 30 m Muğla Reef A site that takes its name from three separate tunnel formations. Maximum depth 30 metres. Because of the enclosed passages it is… Ürkek Taş Muğla Reef A site that takes its name from the rock formation on the bottom. Depth and route information has not been published; the… Üst Poyraz Muğla Reef The upper section of Poyraz Cove; its shallow start is used for check dives. Uzunca Island West Slope Muğla Reef The dive on the western slope of Uzunca Island. One of the four Uzunca Island routes on the centre's list; the local… Uzunca Island East Slope Muğla Reef A route running along the eastern slope of Uzunca Island. One of the four Uzunca Island dives on the centre's list. Uzunca Island North Slope Muğla Reef A route running along the north-facing slope of Uzunca Island. Which slope is dived is chosen according to the wind on the… Uzunca Island Reef Muğla Reef The reef dive around Uzunca Island. In the centre's route list the island appears as four dives: the reef and three separate… Vapur Shallow 13-20 m Balıkesir Reef A shallow with a sandy top and rocky sections here and there; the depth is between 13 and 20 metres. A site… Yalnız Island West Face 18-35 m Balıkesir Reef A wall on rocky ground dropping from 18 metres to 35. Crustaceans and a range of bottom fish are dense here. Yassı Island (Datça) Muğla Reef A dive made around the islet off the peninsula. On island dives the wind direction decides which slope is used. Yassıkaya Island Shallow entry, deep bottom Muğla Reef A small rocky island at the southern tip of Karaada, 300-400 metres from Aksona Cape. Its structure runs from a shallow start… Yatak Island (Çeşme) 40 m Izmir Reef A maximum of 40 metres, with a cave of 8-10 metres inside it. It suits both macro and wide-angle photography. Yazılı Kaya 3-32 m Muğla Reef On the open-sea side of Yıldız Adası, a site running from 3 metres down to 30-32. It holds large rocks and steep… Yelken Island West Face 21-36 m Balıkesir Reef A rocky slope dropping from 21 metres to 36. Crustaceans and tube worms are plentiful, and it is often chosen for underwater… Yolluca Island Muğla Reef A dive made around the island off the Datça Peninsula. The islands and islets are where the area's reef dives are concentrated. Yumurta Island Lodos Cape 22-28 m Balıkesir Reef Historic anchors and amphorae at 22 to 28 metres, with grouper and shoals of seabream.

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