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Büyükada Viranbağ

South-side hole dive with soft growth and calm-weather boat access.

ScubaBoat EntryIntermediate
Reef
Local operator required

The site is normally reached by boat and is only workable when the sea is calm enough to run the crossing.

A small, cave-like Büyükada feature with a shallow entrance, deeper pocket, and operator-dependent access on calm days.

About Büyükada Viranbağ

Büyükada Viranbağ is a south-side Prince Islands dive for divers who want a short, unusual hole feature rather than a long reef run. The highlight is a cave-like opening that drops into a deeper pocket, with soft corals, anemones, fish of all sizes, and occasional squid around the structure. Plan it as a boat-led dive that only works in windless weather and rewards good buoyancy and a light.

Research Estimate At Büyükada Viranbağ

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AccessChallenging entry effort
Coral HealthMixed health
Marine LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesBasic facilities

Where Is Büyükada Viranbağ?

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Büyükada Viranbağ Planning Details

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Reported Depth

5m+

Depth Note

The hole is described with a shallow entrance around 5 m; the full pocket depth is not firmly documented.

Best Season

Summer.

Typical Conditions

Sheltered south-side island water with a small cave-like hole, soft growth, and calm-weather access constraints.

Safety & Access At Büyükada Viranbağ

Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.

Key Hazards

Overhead environmentRestricted access

Safety Notes

The hole behaves like a small overhead-style feature, so keep buoyancy tight, carry a light, and stop before pushing into tight spaces. Only go when the boat operator says the sea is calm enough.

Access Restrictions

Boat access is limited to windless weather windows.

Legal Notes

No special permit surfaced for the site; the main limitation is weather and operator scheduling.

Local Intel For Büyükada Viranbağ

Community notes to help plan your visit.

Scuba

Treat the hole as a short exploration rather than a long drift. Stay close to the guide and keep your exit line clear.

Freedive

Only the shallow approach is suitable for very limited freediving.

Snorkel

Snorkeling works only around the shallow entry; the hole is the actual draw.

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Wildlife at Büyükada Viranbağ

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Büyükada Viranbağ Guide - Frequently Asked Questions

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