Dive-site story
Located off the coast near Kalkan, this offshore rocky reef wraps around the islet formation, stepping down through a series of limestone ledges, boulders, and open sand patches. Mediterranean currents often brush the outer edges, attracting predatory pelagics while the crevices shelter resident macro life and octopus. Divers typically follow the drop-off along the eastern or southern side before working back toward shallower shelves for safety stops.
Steep limestone drop-offs featuring hidden fissures and swim-around rock formations
Regular encounters with Mediterranean groupers and hunting jacks in open water
Scattered ancient amphora shards embedded in rocky recesses
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through autumn provides optimal water clarity and the warmest sea temperatures across the Turkish Lycian coast.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dusky GrouperEpinephelus marginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Loggerhead Sea TurtleCaretta caretta | Common | ||||||||||||
| Mediterranean MorayMuraena helena | Common | ||||||||||||
| Greater AmberjackSeriola dumerili | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Common |
Marine forecast
