

Best for beginner divers, 6-18m, boat entry, mild current.
Turtle Island is a rocky reef located 15 kilometres off the Alanya coast. Accessible only by boat, this site is a popular destination for snorkelers, offering depths ranging from 6 to 18 metres with an average of 10 metres. Conditions are generally suitable for beginners, featuring mild currents and visibility that varies between 5 and 25 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate throughout the year, ranging from 18C in the cooler months to 29C during the peak of summer. The site is well-regarded for its accessibility via local boat tours departing from Alanya.
36.55000, 31.97500
Recorded nearby, within 20km
Depth
6-18m
Visibility
5-25m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-29°C
Current
Mild
Yes, the site is suitable for beginners, offering mild currents and an average depth of 10 metres.
Access to Turtle Island is by boat only, located 15 kilometres from the shore.
Yes, Turtle Island is a designated snorkel site with a rating of 4 out of 5.
The depth at the site ranges from 6 to 18 metres, with an average depth of 10 metres.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Turtle Island (Kaplumbağa Adası) in Alanya. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 29°C.
Turtle Island (Kaplumbağa Adası) in Alanya typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Turtle Island (Kaplumbağa Adası) in Alanya typically ranges from 5 metres to 25 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.