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Aksona Bay
Aksona Bay is a Bodrum boat dive with archaeology, current, and clear water.
About 50 minutes by boat from Bodrum, with a steep, current-prone profile and archaeological bottom for confident divers.
About Aksona Bay
Aksona Bay is a Bodrum boat dive named after the sponge hunter Aksona Mehmet, with an archaeological feel from amphoras, anchors, and wreck fragments on a steep Aegean slope. It is usually reached in about 50 minutes by boat and suits advanced or confident open-water divers because reverse currents can set up on the site. Expect clear blue water, a profile that drops quickly, and a dive that rewards good buoyancy more than speed.
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Research Estimate At Aksona Bay
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
VisibilityVisibility: 20m
AccessModerate entry effort
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities
CurrentModerate current
Where Is Aksona Bay?
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Community sourced coordinates.
Aksona Bay Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
3m - 35m
Depth Note
Dive starts at about 3 m and descends to roughly 30–35 m.
Best Season
April to November for the best water conditions, though diving is possible year-round.
Typical Conditions
Clear Aegean water, current that can reverse, and an archaeological bottom with amphoras, anchors, and wreck fragments.
Safety & Access At Aksona Bay
Site conditions, restrictions, and access requirements.
Site Conditions
Strong current
Safety Notes
Reverse currents are possible; plan the dive accordingly and monitor conditions closely.
Access Restrictions
Boat access only; reverse currents can show up, so it suits confident divers with an experienced guide.
Legal Notes
Follow the boat crew's timing and any harbor or entry instructions; this is a managed boat site rather than a shore-access bay.
Local Intel For Aksona Bay
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Advanced boat dive with an archaeological profile, steep drop-offs, and current that can complicate the timing.
Freediving
Freediving is best kept to the shallowest part of the site; the main profile is better suited to scuba.
Snorkeling
Snorkelling is not the main use case; the interesting structure sits below the surface and the current can be active.
Wildlife at Aksona Bay
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Recent Logged Visits At Aksona Bay
Community dive logs and visit reports for this site.
Dive Spot Log Averages At Aksona Bay
Average conditions based on logged dives & visits.
Conditions
Avg. Visibility20m
Activity
No dive activity logged yet.
