Bodrum vs Kas — Dive Destination Comparison
Bodrum (Turkey) scores 68.1/100 vs Kas's 56.5/100 in OkToDive's 12-category rating. Choose Bodrum for reef diving with 10–30m visibility. Choose Kas for wreck diving at ~$60/dive.
Last updated: 2026-07-22
Side-by-side comparison
| Metric | Bodrum | Kas |
|---|---|---|
| OkToDive Score | 68.1/100 | 56.5/100 |
| Country | Turkey | Turkey |
| Visibility | 10--30m | 15--40m |
| Water temp | 15--27 C | 16--28 C |
| Max depth | 40m | 40m |
| Current | mild | moderate |
| Cost per 2-tank dive | $65 | $60 |
| Budget tier | budget | mid range |
| Best months | May, June, July | May, June, July |
| Dive types | reef, wreck, wall, cave | wreck, pelagic |
| Min certification | Open Water | Open Water |
| Key species | grouper, octopus, moray eel | octopus, barracuda, grouper |
| Google rating | 4.5 (350 reviews) | 0 (0 reviews) |
Which should you choose?
Choose Bodrum when...
- + Budget-conscious divers — avg $65/dive
- + Newly certified divers building confidence
- + Wreck diving enthusiasts
- + Couples where one partner doesn't dive
Skip if
- - You don't have Advanced certification
- - You hate cold water — temps drop to 15°C
Choose Kas when...
- + Wreck diving enthusiasts
- + Wide-angle photographers wanting crystal visibility
- + Groups seeking 20+ named dive sites in one area
Skip if
- - You don't have Advanced certification
- - You hate cold water — temps drop to 16°C
Bottom line
Bodrum wins on overall score (68.1 vs 56.5), but the right choice depends on your priorities. Kas is more affordable ($60 vs $65/dive). Kas has better peak visibility (40m vs 30m).