Narlıkuyu Bay clear-water and bay context.
Narlıkuyu Burun is a clear-water boat dive with a sandy bottom.
Narlıkuyu Burun is a clear-water boat dive with a sandy bottom.
Boat departures from the quay are the practical way to reach Narlıkuyu Burun.
Narlıkuyu Burun is a boat-dived Mediterranean bay site in Silifke's Narlıkuyu area, set over a sandy seabed with rocky pockets and occasional ballast-stone remnants from the old harbour area. It works for relaxed day or night dives, with a mixed-marine-life feel that stays interesting without demanding a hard route or a heavy-current plan.
Conservative baseline from public research. No community dives logged yet.
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Best Season
Summer and early autumn, when the bay is warm and the clear-water window is strongest.
Typical Conditions
Sheltered Mediterranean bay water with a sandy seabed, rocky pockets, and cool freshwater influence.
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Watch boat movement near the quay and keep a clean kick over the sandy bottom.
Access Restrictions
Plan around quay traffic and waterfront activity in the tourist bay.
Legal Notes
The site sits in the Narlıkuyu-Akyar tourism zone, so respect local waterfront and park rules.
Community notes to help plan your visit.
Scuba Diving
A mixed-ability boat dive that works well for slow, observant passes in day or night conditions.
Freediving
Not a classic freedive venue, but experienced apneists may enjoy the clear bay water on calm days.
Snorkeling
Short snorkel sessions can work in the clear bay water, though the site is better for scuba than long surface cruising.
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
Narlıkuyu Bay clear-water and bay context.
Narlıkuyu-Akyar tourism protection region context.
Local dive-center presence in Narlıkuyu.
Natural-harbour seabed note, ballast stones, and sandy bottom.
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