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Orfoz
Compact shore-or-boat point dive with thermocline and easy local access.
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A Susanoğlu point near Orfoz hotel and Maiden’s Castle with shore or boat access, a shallow profile, and spring thermocline effects.
About Orfoz
South of the Orfoz hotel near Maiden’s Castle in Susanoğlu, Orfoz is a compact Mediterranean point dive with shore access, a shallow profile, and a spring thermocline that can split the water column with a noticeable freshwater layer. The site suits divers who want a short local dive with easy entry logistics, modest depth, and changing conditions rather than a big reef or wreck profile.
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Research Estimate At Orfoz
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VisibilityVisibility: 10m
AccessSimple entry
Aquatic LifeAverage variety
FacilitiesGood facilities
Where Is Orfoz?
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Orfoz Planning Details
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Reported Depth
Up to 4m
Depth Note
The listing gives a 4 m maximum depth and places the point about 50 m from the Orfoz hotel shoreline.
Best Season
winter
Typical Conditions
Shore-or-boat access, spring thermocline, and generally clearer winter water.
Safety & Access At Orfoz
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Key Hazards
Cold water
Safety Notes
Check the thermocline and spring water layering before entry, and treat the site as condition-sensitive even though it is shallow.
Local Intel For Orfoz
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Scuba Diving
Recreational scuba fits the site, but the spring thermocline and local conditions mean the dive still deserves attention and good buoyancy.
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Avg. Visibility10m
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