

Best for beginner divers, 10-15m, shore entry.
Variant is a shore-entry reef dive located in Antalya City, Turkey. The site features a reef structure at depths ranging from 10 to 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres. It is well suited for beginner divers due to the lack of current, providing a relaxed environment for buoyancy practice. Visibility is variable, ranging from 5 to 30 metres. Water temperatures fluctuate between 17 and 28 degrees Celsius throughout the year. Divers should exercise caution regarding sea urchins and sharp rocks on the reef. Checking local conditions before entry is recommended as visibility can shift significantly.
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Watch where you put your hands and fins throughout the dive as the reef has sharp rocks and sea urchins that are easy to brush against when buoyancy is still being dialled in. Visibility can shift significantly, so checking local conditions before entering the water is worthwhile.
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Depth
10-15m
Visibility
5-30m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Shore
Water Temp
17-28°C
Current
None
Typical Dive
40 min
Best Time
Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Yes, the site is well suited for newly certified Open Water divers as the lack of current provides a relaxed environment for practising buoyancy.
The reef sits at depths between 10 and 15 metres, with an average depth of 12 metres.
Variant is a shore-entry dive site.
Divers should be aware of sea urchins and sharp rocks on the reef, as well as the potential for low visibility.
Diving at Variant in Antalya requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Variant in Antalya. Water temperatures range from 17°C to 28°C.
The best months to visit Variant in Antalya are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Visibility at Variant in Antalya typically ranges from 5 metres to 30 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.