Trip report with shore-base logistics and gear handling details.
Freshwater quarry dive with clear water and regional fish life.
Freshwater quarry dive with clear water and regional fish life.
Manganese Quarry/Марганец is a flooded freshwater quarry in western Siberia with clear water, steep quarry walls, and a straightforward inland profile that works well for training as well as relaxed sightseeing dives. Perch, pike, roach, burbot, seaweed, and other freshwater life give the site its character, especially when winter clarity improves. It is a cold-water quarry rather than a tropical-style destination, but that is part of the appeal.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 30m
Depth Note
The quarry floods from the shoreline into a deep basin.
Best Season
Winter through early spring, when clarity is usually best and conditions are calmer.
Typical Conditions
Freshwater quarry with clear water; visibility reported up to 15 m.
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Access Restrictions
Follow local club instructions and quarry access etiquette.
Legal Notes
Follow local access rules and standard inland-dive safety practices.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Depth ranges down to a reported maximum of 30 m with visibility up to 15 m.
Freediving
The clear freshwater and calm quarry profile can suit experienced freedivers on good days, but the site is mainly used for scuba training and club outings.
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Planning answers for access, conditions, timing, and site logistics.
Last Updated
Research Sources
Trip report with shore-base logistics and gear handling details.
Video of a quarry dive showing larger freshwater fish activity.
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