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MELINA ISLAND
Ayvalik reef dive for all levels
Scuba DivingBoatBeginner0m - 20m
Reef
Boat-access Aegean reef site with coral, grouper, moray eels, and an easy all-weather profile.
About MELINA ISLAND
Melina Island is a boat-access reef dive in Ayvalik with mixed visibility, shallow-to-moderate depth, and enough structure to suit a broad range of divers. It is best for relaxed reef exploration rather than high-adrenaline deep diving.
Safety & Access
Site Conditions
Low visibility
Safety Notes
Carry a light and keep close to your buddy when the water is murky. The main risk is losing visual reference in lower visibility.
Access Restrictions
Boat access from Ayvalik dive centers; the site is best handled with a local briefing.
Legal Notes
Follow local dive-guide and marine-protection guidance for the area.
Where Is MELINA ISLAND?
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Local Intel For MELINA ISLAND
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
Good for relaxed reef diving and for divers building comfort in variable Mediterranean conditions.
Freediving
Possible in the shallows on calm days, but the site is primarily set up for scuba boat trips.
Snorkeling
The shallow reef can work for snorkelling when conditions are calm.
Wildlife at MELINA ISLAND
Species commonly reported at this site, with direct links into their wildlife guides.
Research Estimate At MELINA ISLAND
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Avg. Visibility6m
Access3/5 · Moderate entry effort
Coral4/5 · Healthy coral
Aquatic Life4/5 · Great variety
Facilities3/5 · Basic facilities
CurrentLight current
SurgeLight surge
