6 Beginner Scuba Dives in Turkey Worth Booking

1.Alanya: Scuba Diving Adventure for Beginners & Professionals

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 49 reviews · from $51Our pick

You’ll ride from your Alanya hotel to the harbor, learn the basics from PADI-certified instructors, then enjoy two 20-minute underwater sessions at 3 to 7 meters. Lunch, equipment, insurance, and transport are included. Snorkeling is available, and instruction comes in English, German, Russian, or Turkish.

“I was able to use my camera on the second dive and the diving instructor recorded me underwater.”

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2.Alanya : Scuba Diving for Beginners w/ Lunch and Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 49 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $36Best value

Start with hotel pickup at 8:00 am, then head to the harbor in Alanya Türkler for two guided scuba sessions. Your instructor explains safety and underwater signs before you enter the sea. Equipment, lunch, transfers, and multilingual support are included, while drinks, photos, and videos cost extra.

“All good, lunch was good too, just lack of safety instructions according to diving. But all another for the price was okay! 👍🏽”

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3.Scuba Diving for Beginners in Marmaris and Icmeler

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 29 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $54

Spend about seven hours learning scuba skills, then put them to use during two underwater sessions in the warm Mediterranean near Marmaris and Icmeler. A professional Barracuda Brothers crew provides instruction, equipment, lunch aboard the boat, and hotel pickup. Drinks, photos, and DVDs cost extra.

“All members of staff were polite, friendly, knowledgeable and patient. You were always made to feel safe both in and out of the water. Would definitely recommend Barracuda Brothers for anyone who wishes to scuba dive, be it your first time or tenth.”

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4.Side Scuba Diving for Beginners with Lunch and Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $49Top rated

Set out from Side for two guided beginner scuba sessions at 5 to 12 meters, with basic training, full equipment, lunch on board, swimming time, and hotel pickup. Small groups, a maximum of 15 people, and patient instruction make this a gentle introduction to the sea. Children under 10 may join the boat trip but not the scuba activity.

“We joined this scuba diving trip as a couple and had a really lovely experience from start to finish. The whole day was well organized with hotel transfers included, and the staff made us feel safe and comfortable even as complete beginners. There was no admission fee beyond the tour price, and everything we needed (equipment and guidance) was provided, so it felt stress-free. The trip was a great length for a full day activity, with enough time to relax on the boat between the dives and enjoy the sea views. The atmosphere was friendly and fun but still professional, and the instructors explained everything clearly and patiently. The crowd…”

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5.Kusadasi: Scuba Diving for Beginners w/Lunch & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 7 reviews · 1 day · from $59

From your Kusadasi hotel, ride to the harbor and board a boat for an introductory scuba session. English or Russian instructors provide safety training and equipment, then guide beginner pairs in clear Aegean water. Lunch is served onboard, with time for swimming and snorkeling. Bring or buy a mask and snorkel if you want one all day.

“The staff were lovely and helped us through our first experience and we got some great photos to show to the family amazing service loved it!!”

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6.Kusadasi: Scuba Diving for Beginner or Experienced w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7 reviews · 7 hours · from $59

This Kusadasi boat trip gives first-timers a calm introduction to scuba with English or Turkish instruction, equipment, insurance, and one underwater session of about 25 minutes. You will sail from Kusadasi, visit a fish-filled site, eat lunch onboard, and return by hotel transfer. Experienced participants can join too, and non-divers are welcome on the boat.

“The team were amazing and so supportive for first time divers - lose one star as the lunch was not good.”

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