Plongée à Kas — Turkey

Kaş is Turkey's dive capital, offering canyon dives through dramatic rock formations, WWII-era wrecks, and the occasional ancient amphora on the seabed. The Lycian coast's crystal-clear waters rival anything in the Mediterranean, and at Turkish prices it's one of the best-value Med dive destinations.

Score
56.5
Visibilité
15–40m
Température
16–28°C
Meilleurs mois
May, June, July
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World Class
Intermediate
Kas
TurkeyMediterranean
56.5

SCORE

36.2000°N

29.6383°E

Kaş is Turkey's dive capital, offering canyon dives through dramatic rock formations, WWII-era wrecks, and the occasional ancient amphora on the seabed. The Lycian coast's crystal-clear waters rival anything in the Mediterranean, and at Turkish prices it's one of the best-value Med dive destinations.

Turkey's Lycian Coast Dive Capital

Visibility15–40 m
Temperature16–28°C
Max Depth40 m
Currentmoderate
2-Tank Dive$60
Best MonthsMay, June, July, August
CertificationOpen WaterIntermediate

Score Breakdown

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ML40.0CH31.0VIS85.0SV43.0TMP50.0DA62.0OP73.0TS66.0GT68.0VAL63.0CRD57.0SP57.0

Marine Life

40.0

Species diversity, megafauna encounters, reef fish abundance, macro life, and endemic species.

Species Diversity
64
Megafauna Encounters
0
Reef Fish Abundance
82
Macro Life
0
Endemic Species
40
Marine Life Diversity
40.0
Coral & Reef Health
31.0
Visibility & Conditions
85.0
Dive Site Variety
43.0
Water Temperature
50.0
Depth & Access
62.0
Operator Quality
73.0
Topside Experience
66.0
Getting There
68.0
Value & Cost
63.0
Crowding
57.0
Social Proof
57.0

Dive Types

wreckpelagic

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Your non-diving travel companions will find plenty to enjoy topside while you're underwater. Here are some activities to consider.

Activities for Non-Divers

Lycian Way hiking (ancient trail)sea kayaking to Kekova sunken cityPatara Beachparagliding over the coastKas old town dining

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Kekova Sunken City (Lycian ruins underwater, viewed from boat)
  • Antiphellos amphitheatre
  • Patara ruins & lighthouse
  • Myra rock tombs & Santa Claus Church

Non-Diver Score

8/10

Excellent for non-divers — they'll love it here.

Family FriendlyYes
Restaurants & Nightlifemoderate

Safety & Emergency

Dive Insurance

DAN recommends dive insurance for all divers.

Learn more at DAN.org
Hyperbaric Chamber200 km — Antalya Hyperbaric Chamber
Nearest Hospital5 km

Small hospital in Kas; chamber in Antalya (3 hr drive); helicopter available

Skill LevelIntermediate
Current Strengthmoderate

Top Operators

Bougainville Travel Kas

PADI

4.8
320 reviewsNITROX

Kas Diving

PADI

4.7
240 reviewsNITROX