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TOP DIVING DESTINATIONS IN TURKEY
There are many excellent dive sites to choose from in Turkey. You can dive wrecks to reefs and everything in between. The destinations you dive will also depend on your topside activities and where you choose to stay. The country is vast, so it's unlikely you'll be able to hit all of the dive locations dotted along the coastline you want. You'll have to be selective and think about what you want to get out of a diving trip to Turkey.
KAS
Kas is considered one of the best places for scuba diving in Turkey and one of the best diving destinations in the Mediterranean in general. There are 25+ dive sites in Kas that encompass everything there is to offer in Turkey, from wrecks to caves and walls to canyons. On a good day, the visibility can reach up to 130ft (40m). The village of Kas itself is small and unspoilt, and you'll find calm bays along its coastline. In addition to the marine life, wrecks and canyons, you'll discover amphoras and other historical artifacts from ancient civilizations littered around some of the dive sites.
AYVALIK
While the diving season in Ayvalık is technically in the summer, you can dive the destination's warm waters throughout the year. The Aegean coast, where Ayvalık is located, is home to islands, reefs, and both shallow and deep-water wrecks. There are over 60 dive sites to explore, containing an incredible amount of biodiversity. One of the best things about diving in Ayvalık is that no matter the weather and sea conditions, one of its 60+ dive sites will always be accessible.
GÖKOVA
Gökova is known for its fascinating luna-like underwater landscape, with unusual rock formations and large drop-offs, making it a popular destination for those who enjoy wall diving. It's one of the more remote locations on this list which means anybody who goes scuba diving in Turkey and wants to visit Gökova will have to set aside at least a few days to get to and enjoy this beautiful coastal town.
BODRUM
Bodrum is one of the most popular places amongst scuba divers in Turkey. There are lots of great dive operations in the area, and you'll get to see colorful corals, sea sponges and more which aren't common in other parts of the Mediterranean. Bodrum is also home to an excellent underwater archaeology museum if you are looking for a topside activity on days when you're not diving.
FETHIYE
Fethiye is a city on Turkey's southwestern Turquoise Coast, otherwise known as the Turkish Riviera. The crystal clear waters of Fethiye attract scuba divers and snorkelers alike. The pristine nature of these waters is backed up by the "Blue Badge" status of the beaches, signifying their cleanliness. The visibility can often reach 30 to 40 meters, which makes the area great for underwater photography.
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