Official Bodrum page with dive-site and seasonality context.
Black Island Lighthouse: sheltered Bodrum bay for training dives.
Black Island Lighthouse: sheltered Bodrum bay for training dives.
Black Island Lighthouse is a calm shore-access bay on the northwest point of Black Island, where a large sandy bottom and sloping rock sides make it useful for training and easy reef diving. The site works best when southerly winds leave the bay protected, while the deeper rocky edges keep the dive interesting for intermediate divers.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
0m - 40m
Depth Note
Large sandy bottom with sloping rocks on each side, reaching down to 40 m+.
Best Season
Late spring through early autumn, especially on calmer southerly-wind days.
Typical Conditions
Calm small bay, good in southerly winds, with a large sandy bottom and sloping rocky sides that drop away on both edges.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Safety Notes
Watch the deeper rocky sides and keep clear of any training groups when the bay is being used for confined-water sessions.
Access Restrictions
Use the bay entry and keep clear of any training groups or local dive-operator setup in the water.
Legal Notes
Follow local coastal rules and dive-operator guidance, and avoid damaging the reef or sand flats.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Used for try-dives and training in shallow water; the rocky slopes extend to deeper depths suitable for continuing dives.
Freediving
Relaxed freedive practice can fit the calm sandy bottom, but the deeper rocky sides are better treated as scuba territory.
Snorkeling
The calm bay and sandy bottom are the most surface-friendly part of the site, though the deeper rocky sides quickly move out of casual snorkeling range.
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
Official Bodrum page with dive-site and seasonality context.
Exact spot page with bay layout and wind-shelter notes.
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