Snorkeling, Freediving, and Scuba in Bulgaria

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Aheloy Dsd Site

The Aheloy Dsd Site is easily accessible, located 10 meters from parking. The site features a mostly sandy bottom with a depth of 8 meters where a wooden shipwreck, approximately 150 years old, is rumored to be buried. Conditions are generally calm for diving, but a noticeable current can occur along the beach during certain seasons.

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Antique Breakwater 1

Antique Breakwater 1 is an archaeological site with remains of fortress walls and buildings constructed from small and large stones. The depth reaches 7 meters, and the surrounding sandy bottom is home to various marine life. Diving here is safe due to shallow areas, but boats should be avoided after 16:00.

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Antique Breakwater 2

Antique Breakwater 2 is an underwater structure made from stacked stones, featuring remnants of fortress walls and other buildings. The site has a sandy bottom home to various marine life and reaches a maximum depth of 4 meters. Diving here is safe due to surrounding shallows and minimal boat traffic, but it's recommended to avoid the site after 16:00.

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Antique Wall 1 Nessebar

Antique Wall 1 in Nessebar features a large rock formation that resembles a wall, with historical ruins visible nearby. The site is at a depth of 5 meters, making it suitable for longer dives with a light tank. Divers can expect to see various marine life and remnants of eroded structural elements.

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Antique Wall 2 Nessebar

This dive site features the remains of the second ancient wall in Nessebar, with a structure made of large blocks, mostly buried in sand and visible at about 50 cm off the bottom. The wall spans approximately 7-8 meters in length and is surrounded by ceramic materials from antiquity. Nearby, a small stone reef provides habitat for larger fish and crabs.

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Central Antique Breakwater Nessebar

The Central Antique Breakwater in Nessebar is a shore dive site with depths ranging from 3 to 8 meters. It features large, disordered stone blocks, remnants of what is believed to be an ancient breakwater, and includes visible chains of 100-year-old anchors. Divers may also encounter various cracks and crevices in the structure.

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Chapel And Mermaid

Chapel And Mermaid is a popular diving site on the southern Black Sea coast, featuring depths suitable for both beginners and advanced divers. Key attractions include the underwater chapel 'St. Nicholas', Seal Cave, and the Mermaid Sculpture, along with an underwater gallery showcasing art. The site offers gradual depth increases and protection from waves, making it ideal for training and exploration.

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Confined Water Site And Byzantine Wall

The Confined Water Site and Byzantine Wall in Nessebar offers a controlled diving environment similar to that of a swimming pool. Divers can explore sections of the archaeological Byzantine wall, as well as remnants of ancient fortress structures submerged over time.

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Harbour Kiten

Harbour Kiten is an ideal location for beginner divers and those training for Open Water Diver certification. The site features a lagoon environment where divers can observe a variety of typical Black Sea fish species up close. The fish in this area are accustomed to divers, enhancing the experience. Schools of fish can also be seen, providing a lively underwater atmosphere. The entry to the site is from the shore, making it accessible for divers of all levels.

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laguna Sozopol

Laguna Sozopol is a shore entry dive site located at coordinates 42.416700, 27.701900, just a 5-minute walk from the diving center. The site features a gradual descent, making it suitable for beginners and well-protected from open sea currents. Divers can expect to see a variety of marine life, including blennies, brown meagres, tub gurnards, and both brown and hermit crabs. In the spring, sea horses can also be spotted in the lagoon, adding to the site's rich biodiversity.

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Maslen Cape

Maslen Cape is situated within the Ropotamo natural reserve and is primarily accessible by boat. The dive site features an entry point at a depth of 14 meters, where divers must navigate through a tunnel located at the upper section of the cave's bottom, accommodating only one diver at a time. The area is home to various species typical of the Black Sea, with opportunities to observe schools of fish nearby. This site is recommended for advanced divers due to its specific conditions.

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New Town Nessebar Dsd

This dive site is challenging to access and may pose risks due to sharp stones. The bottom is mostly flat with few features, primarily consisting of sand and scattered rocks related to coastal infrastructure. Expect to see small fish near the sandy areas, with occasional dragonflies and pipefish at the start of the season.

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Old Town Nessebar Dsd

Old Town Nessebar is suitable for scuba diving and snorkeling with depths ranging from 5 to 15 meters. Divers can observe scattered ceramics and building remnants on the sea floor, along with seasonal sightings of seahorses and other rare fish. The site is also favorable for underwater photography due to light conditions created by the old town's structures.

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Rodina Wreck

The Rodina Wreck is a notable dive site located off the coast near Kolokita cape, south of Sozopol. This cargo ship, with a displacement of 6510 tons, sank in 1941 after striking two mines while en route from Istanbul to Varna. The wreck lies at a depth of 40 meters, making it suitable only for experienced divers. As an artificial reef, the site supports a variety of marine life typical of the Black Sea, providing divers with opportunities to observe diverse fish species in an abundant underwater environment.

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Shipwreck Sanni

The Shipwreck Sanni is located at a depth of around 20 meters. The wreck is broken into three sections, with the engine and over 40% of the structure still on the seabed. Divers can observe marine life that has made the wreck an artificial reef, attracting various species.

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Stone Forest

Stone Forest is an underwater site featuring a unique petrified forest that serves as evidence of ancient land formations. At a depth of 20 meters, divers can observe large tree trunks protruding from the sandy seabed. This dive site is accessible via boat and is suitable for divers holding an Advanced certification. The marine life typical of the Black Sea can be encountered here, making it a notable dive location.

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Tetrapod Diving Nessebar

Diving at Tetrapod Diving Nessebar takes place next to the wall of the modern port. Depths range from 6 to 12 meters, with visibility sometimes reduced. Divers can observe various Black Sea fish and crabs among the concrete tetrapods, which function as an artificial reef. Groups should be limited to 4 divers maximum, and a diving signal such as a buoy is required. The dive direction is along the wall, both inward and outward.

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The Big Stones Nessebar

The Big Stones Nessebar features a seabed that transitions from sand to large stones, with ample space for 2-3 divers to maneuver between them. Divers can observe various fish species beneath the large rocks and structural remnants of boats that have been altered by time. Due to boat traffic above the site, divers must use signaling devices like buoys for safety.

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Tyulenovo Fun Dive

Tyulenovo Fun Dive is located in a small bay where divers can access the site directly from the beach. The underwater landscape consists of large rocks on the seabed, and divers should be cautious of the waves and currents, as conditions in the Black Sea can change rapidly. Visibility at this site typically ranges from 5 to 20 meters. Marine life commonly observed includes jellyfish such as Aurelia aurita and Rhizostoma pulmo, as well as fish species like European seabass (Lavrak) and European spratt (Tsatsa). Other notable marine organisms include blue mussels, veined Rapa whelk, and Black Sea brill.

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Wreck Pioneer

The Wreck Pioneer is an artificial reef located near St. Ivan Island, submerged intentionally to create a habitat for marine life. The wreck lies at a depth of 18 meters, making it accessible for divers with an Open Water Diver certification. The site attracts a variety of fish typical of the Black Sea, providing a unique diving experience. The entry to the site is from the shore, allowing divers to easily access this underwater structure.

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Крокодила Krokodila

Krokodila is a shore dive site featuring an underwater chapel at a depth of 6 meters, where divers can observe icons of St. Nikolay and a Christian cross. Below the chapel, at 12 meters, lies a submerged statue of a mermaid. The site is known for its diverse marine life, including schools of various fish typical to the Black Sea, with some species being quite rare.

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