

Best for beginner divers, 7-11m, boat entry.
Royal Vikingen is a boat-access dive site located along the Alanya Coast, Turkey. The topography features a combination of reef, cave, and drop-off structures within a shallow depth range of 7 to 11 metres. With visibility typically between 10 and 30 metres, the site is suitable for beginner divers. Water temperatures fluctuate seasonally from 18 to 29 degrees Celsius. Divers should remain aware of surge and swell conditions, which can impact navigation near cave walls and sharp rocks. Boat traffic is a potential hazard, so the use of a surface marker buoy is recommended during ascent. Facilities including showers and changing rooms are available for divers.
36.58673, 31.85895
Watch for boat traffic on the surface, particularly when ascending, so always deploy your SMB before coming up. Surge and swell can push you into the cave walls and sharp rocks, so keep your buoyancy dialled in before entering the cave section.
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Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
7-11m
Visibility
10-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-29°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
25 min
Best Time
May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct
Yes, the site is suitable for beginner divers due to its shallow depth range of 7 to 11 metres and straightforward navigation.
The site has a depth range of 7 to 11 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
Royal Vikingen is a boat-access site, and a boat is required to reach the location.
Hazards include boat traffic, sharp coral, and surge. Divers should monitor for swell conditions and use an SMB when ascending.
Diving at Royal vikingen in Alanya requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Royal vikingen in Alanya. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 29°C.
The best months to visit Royal vikingen in Alanya are May, June, July, August, September, and October. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Royal vikingen in Alanya typically ranges from 10 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.