Plongée à Kaş (Uluburun Wreck) — Turkey

The Uluburun wreck site near Kaş is where one of the most important Bronze Age shipwrecks was discovered, dating to the 14th century BC. While the artefacts are now in Bodrum's museum, the site itself and surrounding walls offer deep, clear diving with exceptional archaeological context. The charming town of Kaş adds excellent topside value.

Score
69.5
Visibilité
15–35m
Température
16–28°C
Meilleurs mois
May, June, July
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Kaş (Uluburun Wreck)
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69.5

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36.2082°N

29.6355°E

The Uluburun wreck site near Kaş is where one of the most important Bronze Age shipwrecks was discovered, dating to the 14th century BC. While the artefacts are now in Bodrum's museum, the site itself and surrounding walls offer deep, clear diving with exceptional archaeological context. The charming town of Kaş adds excellent topside value.

Bronze Age Shipwreck of the Ancient World

Visibility15–35 m
Temperature16–28°C
Max Depth52 m
Currentmild
2-Tank Dive$70
Best MonthsMay, June, July, August
CertificationAdvanced Open WaterAdvanced

Score Breakdown

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ML62.0CH40.0VIS78.0SV70.0TMP70.0DA72.0OP75.0TS80.0GT62.0VAL85.0CRD72.0SP68.0

Marine Life

62.0

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

Species Diversity
60
Megafauna Encounters
50
Reef Fish Abundance
62
Macro Life
58
Endemic Species
55
Marine Life Diversity
62.0
Coral & Reef Health
40.0
Visibility & Conditions
78.0
Dive Site Variety
70.0
Water Temperature
70.0
Depth & Access
72.0
Operator Quality
75.0
Topside Experience
80.0
Getting There
62.0
Value & Cost
85.0
Crowding
72.0
Social Proof
68.0

Traveling with Non-Divers?

Great news for traveling couples and families — this is a budget-friendly destination with plenty of affordable topside activities to keep non-divers happy while you explore below the surface.

Activities for Non-Divers

Kaş old town shoppingLycian rock tombsKekova sunken city boat tripPatara beach day trip

Nearby Cultural Sites

  • Antiphellos Ancient Theatre
  • Lycian Rock Tombs
  • Kekova Sunken City

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 Chamber180 km — Antalya Atatürk State Hospital Chamber
Nearest Hospital8 km

Local hospital in Kaş; chamber in Antalya (3 hr drive) or helicopter evacuation

Skill LevelAdvanced
Current Strengthmild

Top Operators

Bougainville Diving Kaş

PADI

4.8
180 reviewsNITROX

Nautilus Diving Kaş

SSI

4.6
130 reviewsNITROX