

Best for beginner divers, 5-30m, boat entry, mild current.
Pigeon Island in Hidayet Bay offers a diverse underwater environment featuring a reef, an artificial reef, and a scattered wooden wreck located at 22 metres. The site is suitable for beginners and snorkelers, with depths ranging from 5 to 30 metres and an average depth of 15 metres. Divers may encounter Mediterranean Moray, Indian Lionfish, Grey Triggerfish, Rock Cod, Live Sharksucker, Wrasses, Kingfish, European Parrotfish, Pufferfish, Rabbitfish, Lizardfish, Wide Eyed Flounder, Bream, and Goatfish. An artificial white marble shark sculpture is also present. Access is by boat only. Conditions include mild currents and visibility between 10 and 40 metres. Hazards include boat traffic, deep sections, and potential entanglement.
36.19056, 29.61011
The site is located 10 minutes from the harbour of Kas.
Book a boat dive at one of the local dive schools in Kas.
Recorded at this site
Depth
5-30m
Visibility
10-40m
Skill Level
Beginner
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
18-23°C
Current
Mild
Divers regularly encounter species including Mediterranean Moray, Indian Lionfish, Grey Triggerfish, Rock Cod, Live Sharksucker, Wrasses, Kingfish, European Parrotfish, Pufferfish, Rabbitfish, Lizardfish, Wide Eyed Flounder, Bream, and Goatfish.
Yes, Pigeon Island is considered an ideal, calm site for those starting diving training or those returning to the sport.
The site ranges from 5 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 15 metres.
Yes, boat access is required to reach this dive site.
Yes, the site is well-suited for snorkelling and holds a 4/5 rating for the activity.
Diving at Pigeon Island (Güvercin Adası) in Kas requires the following certifications: Open Water. Always dive within your training limits.
Yes, equipment rental is available at or near Pigeon Island (Güvercin Adası) in Kas. Contact local dive operators for specific gear availability and prices.
A 5mm wetsuit is recommended for diving at Pigeon Island (Güvercin Adası) in Kas. Water temperatures range from 18°C to 23°C.
Pigeon Island (Güvercin Adası) in Kas typically has mild currents that most divers can handle comfortably.
Visibility at Pigeon Island (Güvercin Adası) in Kas typically ranges from 10 metres to 40 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.