

Best for intermediate divers, 5-40m, boat entry, mild current.
Dilvarda West is a reef and drop-off site located off the Alanya coast. The topography features a shallow reef top that transitions into a wall descending to 40 metres. Divers experience visibility ranging from 20 to 30 metres, allowing for clear views of the drop-off. Access is strictly by boat, and the site is suited for intermediate divers with an Advanced Open Water certification. Conditions include a mild current that can strengthen, and the depth requires careful management to avoid nitrogen narcosis. Water temperatures fluctuate between 18C and 24C throughout the year, making a 5mm wetsuit advisable for most dives.
36.52795, 31.98490
Book a guided tour rather than diving independently on your first visit, as local guides know where the current tends to pick up along the drop-off and can position the boat accordingly. The site dives year-round, but water temperature drops to around 18C in winter, so a 5mm wetsuit is worth packing even outside the cooler months.
Sailing distance is 20 minutes from Alanya Harbour.
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
5-40m
Visibility
20-30m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-24°C
Current
Mild
No, this site is intended for intermediate divers. An Advanced Open Water certification is the minimum recommended level due to the depth and potential for strengthening currents.
The site features a shallow reef top and a drop-off that descends to a maximum depth of 40 metres.
Access is by boat only. Charter and guided tour options are available from Alanya.
Visibility is generally between 20 and 30 metres. The current is typically mild but can strengthen, and water temperatures range from 18C to 24C.
The site is primarily a dive location with depths reaching 40 metres, and boat access is required.
Diving at Dilvarda West in Alanya requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Dilvarda West in Alanya. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 24°C.