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Set out from Ancient Side Harbor for a guided scuba tour that pairs submerged Greco-Roman statues with vibrant Mediterranean marine life. Beginner-friendly dives, lunch on board, and shore pickup make this a full-day, accessible ocean experience.
Set out from Ancient Side Harbor for a guided scuba tour that pairs submerged Greco-Roman statues with vibrant Mediterranean marine life. Beginner-friendly dives, lunch on board, and shore pickup make this a full-day, accessible ocean experience.
A boat eases out of Ancient Side Harbor as morning light sharpens the limestone headlands and the Mediterranean opens to a flat, glassy plane. Pomegranate tea warms the hands while instructors organize gear and group travelers by language for a calm, thorough briefing.
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Operated by GERMİYAN TURİZM SEYAHAT ACENTASI · Side, Antalya Province
A boat eases out of Ancient Side Harbor as morning light sharpens the limestone headlands and the Mediterranean opens to a flat, glassy plane. Pomegranate tea warms the hands while instructors organize gear and group travelers by language for a calm, thorough briefing.
The tour threads history and reef: the first guided dive drops to 8–10 meters for 15–20 minutes, where submerged sculptures and columns sit like a slow-motion archaeological site, colonized by sponge and damselfish. The second, shallower dive at about 4 meters near the spot associated with Cleopatra's legendary tomb offers easy buoyancy work and bright, sunlit life—wrasse, nudibranchs, and schools of small fish.
Side itself is a compact Greco-Roman port town with a visible past—temples and a classical theatre line the shore. Geologically, the coastline is warm, carbonate-rich Mediterranean rock; currents are generally mild in summer but can tighten in spring and autumn. Local crews serve a hot lunch on board—chicken, rice or pasta—and share photos taken during the dives.
Practically, this is a beginner-friendly, full-day outing (about seven hours) with all scuba equipment, boat insurance, and instruction provided. Expect moderate physical demands: short surface swims, ladder exits, and brief shore transfers for pickup. Bring a swimsuit, towel, and reef-safe sunscreen; if you get seasick, take measures before boarding. Respect submerged artifacts—no touching or anchoring on ruins—and listen to your guide: they manage depth, bottom time, and photo ops so you can focus on breathing slow and watching the Mediterranean at work.
No—this tour offers instructor-led beginner dives (one-on-one guidance) and is designed for people without open-water certification.
Minimum ages vary by operator; travelers with cardiovascular or serious respiratory issues should not dive and infants must sit on an adult's lap for transfers.
Yes—the guide team takes photos and video during dives; these are reviewed and available after the trip, often for purchase or included depending on the operator.
The operator cancels for unsafe sea conditions; full refunds are typically provided if canceled due to weather—confirm timing (usually at least 24 hours prior for non-weather refunds).
GERMİYAN TURİZM SEYAHAT ACENTASI operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
A boat eases out of Ancient Side Harbor as morning light sharpens the limestone headlands and the Mediterranean opens to a flat, glassy plane. Pomegranate tea warms the hands while instructors organize gear and group travelers by language for a calm, thorough briefing.
A boat eases out of Ancient Side Harbor as morning light sharpens the limestone headlands and the Mediterranean opens to a flat, glassy plane. Pomegranate tea warms the hands while instructors organize gear and group travelers by language for a calm, thorough briefing.
The tour threads history and reef: the first guided dive drops to 8–10 meters for 15–20 minutes, where submerged sculptures and columns sit like a slow-motion archaeological site, colonized by sponge and damselfish. The second, shallower dive at about 4 meters near the spot associated with Cleopatra's legendary tomb offers easy buoyancy work and bright, sunlit life—wrasse, nudibranchs, and schools of small fish.
Side itself is a compact Greco-Roman port town with a visible past—temples and a classical theatre line the shore. Geologically, the coastline is warm, carbonate-rich Mediterranean rock; currents are generally mild in summer but can tighten in spring and autumn. Local crews serve a hot lunch on board—chicken, rice or pasta—and share photos taken during the dives.
Practically, this is a beginner-friendly, full-day outing (about seven hours) with all scuba equipment, boat insurance, and instruction provided. Expect moderate physical demands: short surface swims, ladder exits, and brief shore transfers for pickup. Bring a swimsuit, towel, and reef-safe sunscreen; if you get seasick, take measures before boarding. Respect submerged artifacts—no touching or anchoring on ruins—and listen to your guide: they manage depth, bottom time, and photo ops so you can focus on breathing slow and watching the Mediterranean at work.
