Antalya, Side and Alanya: Scuba Diving with Lunch & 2 Dives

The best part of this Antalya-area scuba outing is its gentle introduction to the Mediterranean underwater world. You receive equipment, a safety briefing, and close guidance before making two short descents, one to about 6 meters and another to 12 meters. Between them, you eat lunch and stretch out on the boat.

I like the hotel transfers and included meal, which make the $44 price unusually easy to justify. I also like the calm progression for beginners, with basic training before the first session and instructors nearby when nerves appear. One consideration: each underwater session lasts only about 15 minutes, so experienced scuba participants may find the program brief.

Key details before you book

• Two short underwater sessions: The first reaches about 6 meters, and the second reaches about 12 meters.
• A beginner-friendly setup: Equipment, instruction, and a pre-session safety briefing are included.
• Five hours at Liman: Your time at sea includes lunch, swimming, free time, and marine-life viewing.
• Lunch is simple and filling: The onboard meal is schnitzel and pasta. Drinks cost extra.
• Pickup covers a wide area: Transfers serve resorts from Kestel and Alanya to Side, Belek, and nearby towns.
• A younger family member can still come along: Children under 14 cannot scuba, but they may join the boat trip and swim with family.

What this Antalya scuba trip is really like

This is a full-day outing built around a boat trip from the Antalya Province resort belt. You are not signing up for a long technical session or a specialist expedition. You are signing up for a friendly first taste of scuba, with transport, equipment, instruction, lunch, and two short guided sessions bundled together.

That distinction matters. If you are curious about breathing underwater but do not want to commit to a certification course, this format makes sense. You get enough time to learn the basic rules, try the equipment, and see how your body reacts in the water. If you already have extensive scuba experience, the 15-minute sessions may feel more like an introduction than a serious underwater outing.

The program is designed for beginners as well as experienced participants. Certified instructors provide the briefing and basic training, then guide you underwater. The supplied equipment includes a suit if needed, tank, mask, fins, regulator, and the other standard gear required for the activity.

You should arrive with realistic expectations. The advertised sights include underwater caves, sunken ships, ancient amphoras, octopuses, monk seals, sea turtles, and exotic fish. These are possible attractions connected with the route, not a guaranteed checklist. Marine life is wild, and the exact underwater scenery can vary.

Hotel pickup from Side, Alanya, and nearby resorts

Your day begins at your hotel’s main security gate. Pickup is included, but this is a shared transfer rather than a private car, so the route can include several hotels and resort towns.

The pickup area is impressively broad. It includes Kestel, Mahmutlar, Alanya, Oba, Konaklı, Türkler, Avsallar, Payallar, Çenger, Okurcalar, Kızılot, Kızılağaç, Manavgat, Side, Çolaklı, Evrenseki, Gündoğdu, and Belek.

That reach is useful if you are staying outside central Antalya. It also means your actual day may feel longer than seven hours if your hotel is toward the end of the route. The stated schedule allows about one hour by coach to the port and another hour back, with roughly five hours at Liman.

Be ready at the security gate at the scheduled time. Traffic can make the vehicle 5 to 10 minutes late. If the delay passes 10 minutes, use the contact details in your booking confirmation rather than wandering away from the pickup point.

The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users. You should also bring a towel, beachwear, and cash. Alcohol and drugs are not permitted.

Reaching Liman and getting ready on board

After the coach ride, you arrive at Liman, where the main sea portion begins. The boat time is not limited to scuba. You also have swimming, free time, sunbathing, marine-life viewing, and lunch built into the five-hour block.

The preparation stage is especially important for first-timers. The instructors explain safety rules and underwater hand signals before you enter the sea. You receive the necessary equipment and basic training, so no previous scuba qualification or experience is required for this introductory format.

That instruction can make a real difference. Breathing through a regulator and wearing a mask may feel strange at first. You are asked to follow directions, stay calm, and work through the basics before the first session. The presence of professional instructors is one of the strongest reasons this outing suits nervous beginners.

There is no separate guide name provided for this activity. Assistance is available in English, German, and Russian. If you need another language, confirm that before booking rather than assuming the boat crew can provide it.

One practical omission is snorkel equipment. A snorkel is not included, although you can rent or buy one on site. If you mainly want to float and watch the water between sessions, bring your own snorkel if you have one.

The first descent reaches about 6 meters

The first underwater session takes you to approximately 6 meters. This is the shallow introduction, and it gives you a chance to apply the briefing in the water.

You can expect a guided session of around 15 minutes. That is enough time to get used to the regulator, practice underwater communication, and look at the marine environment without making the first attempt feel too demanding.

The advertised underwater sights include colorful coral areas, fish, caves, old amphoras, and shipwrecks. The exact combination depends on the site used that day. The trip description also refers to an ecosystem with varied sea life, so you may see fish and other creatures even if a particular wreck or animal does not appear.

For a first attempt, the shallow depth is a sensible arrangement. You are not sent straight to the deepest point of the day. Instead, you have a chance to settle your breathing and discover whether scuba feels comfortable.

The short time limit is the main trade-off. If you spend several minutes getting comfortable, only part of the session remains for looking around. That is normal on a beginner program, but it is worth knowing before you compare this outing with a longer certified scuba trip.

Lunch and deck time between sessions

After the first session, the boat becomes a floating rest stop. You can eat, swim, sunbathe, and watch the water before the second underwater period.

Lunch is schnitzel and pasta. It is not presented as a gourmet meal, but it is a practical choice after a morning of transport and physical activity. One particularly useful point is that the meal is included in the $44 price. Drinks are not included, so bring cash for anything you want to purchase on board.

The break also helps beginners. You are not rushed directly from one underwater session into the next. You have time to dry off, think through what went well, and ask questions before trying the deeper route.

Swimming is possible before, between, or after the two sessions. Since snorkel equipment is not included, your swimming options are more basic unless you bring gear or rent it on site. A towel and beachwear are essential, even if you plan to spend most of the day in scuba equipment.

This is also where the shared nature of the tour becomes noticeable. Some people may be underwater while others are eating or swimming. If you prefer a quiet private boat, this is not the right format. If you enjoy a sociable day around other participants, the setup can feel relaxed and easy.

The second session reaches about 12 meters

The second session goes to approximately 12 meters, twice the depth of the first. By then, you have had an introduction to the equipment and underwater signals, so the deeper route gives the day a clear sense of progress.

Again, plan on about 15 minutes underwater. The program describes possible encounters with octopuses, monk seals, sea turtles, and different fish, along with caves, shipwrecks, and historical amphoras.

Keep the wording possible in mind. No responsible operator can promise a monk seal or sea turtle on a particular afternoon. You should treat those creatures as lucky sightings, not guaranteed features. The same applies to wrecks and amphoras, whose presence depends on the selected site and current conditions.

The 12-meter maximum is approachable for an introductory outing, but you still need to follow the instructors closely. Stay aware of the signals, manage your breathing, and tell the crew if you feel uncomfortable. The staff’s job is not to pressure you into continuing. The supplied feedback makes clear that a nervous first-timer can receive patient help and reassurance.

For experienced scuba participants, this second session may still feel modest. It is best viewed as a supervised recreational introduction, not a substitute for advanced training or a long exploration session.

What the $44 price includes

At $44 per person, this outing offers solid value for someone starting from a resort hotel. The price covers:

• Hotel pickup and return transfer
• Full scuba equipment, including a suit if needed
• Certified professional instructors
• Safety briefing and basic training
• Two guided underwater sessions
• Lunch
• Insurance

The transport alone matters if you are staying in Side, Alanya, Belek, or one of the smaller resort towns. You avoid arranging a separate taxi to the port, and the return trip is included.

The equipment package also removes a common barrier. You do not need to arrive with a tank, mask, fins, regulator, or suit. That makes this suitable for a first attempt, especially if you are not sure you will scuba again.

There are extra costs to remember. Drinks are sold separately, personal expenses are not covered, and underwater photographs and video cost €40 if you choose that optional package. The photo package may appeal if this is a special family occasion, but it is not required for taking part.

The strongest value comes when you use the whole package: transfer, instruction, two sessions, lunch, and time at sea. The value is less convincing if you want a long underwater program, guaranteed wildlife sightings, or a private boat.

Who will enjoy this most

I would recommend this for adults and teenagers aged 14 or older who want to try scuba without prior experience. The structure is reassuring: shallow first session, break, then a deeper second session.

It also suits solo participants who are comfortable joining a shared group. The boat provides a natural social setting, and the included lunch gives you an easy pause between activities. The experience can work well for couples and families, too, provided everyone understands the age rule.

The age information needs careful attention. Participants under 14 cannot take part in the scuba sessions. Younger children may join the boat trip and swim with family, but they should not be booked as scuba participants.

Experienced scuba users may prefer a longer or more specialized program. This outing offers short guided sessions at two moderate depths, rather than a serious test of skill. It is a good refresher or holiday activity, but probably not the main reason an advanced diver visits the coast.

Small details that make the day easier

Wear swimwear under your clothes and keep your towel close. Cash is useful for drinks, the optional €40 photo and video package, and any personal spending.

Do not count on a snorkel being in your equipment bag. Bring one from your hotel if you want to use one during the swimming periods, or plan to rent or buy one on site.

Allow patience for the transfer. The total duration is about seven hours, but the coach portion takes around two hours altogether. Your precise pickup and return time depends on your resort and the shared route.

You can cancel without a penalty up to 24 hours before the scheduled activity for a full refund. A reserve-now, pay-later option is also available, which helps if your holiday schedule is still changing.

The activity is operated by Summer City Turizm ve Ticaret Ltd. Şti. Communication is offered in English, German, and Russian. Insurance is included, but you should still follow the medical and safety instructions given before entering the water.

Should you book this Mediterranean scuba outing?

Book it if you want an affordable, well-organized first taste of scuba with transport already arranged. The patient instruction, shallow first session, included equipment, lunch, and broad hotel pickup area create a useful package for resort visitors.

Think twice if your priority is long underwater time. Two sessions of about 15 minutes each are short, and the advertised sea creatures and historic objects cannot be guaranteed. In that case, look for a longer specialist program instead.

For most beginners aged 14 and over, I see this as a sensible holiday choice. You get a real underwater introduction without buying equipment or committing to a course, and the $44 price includes the parts that often make a sea day expensive. Just bring a towel, plan for a shared transfer, and judge the trip by the quality of the guided introduction rather than by a promise of seeing every creature in the brochure.

FAQ

Is this scuba activity suitable for beginners?

Yes. No previous experience is required. The crew provides all equipment, basic training, a safety briefing, and underwater hand-signal instruction before the first session.

How many underwater sessions are included?

Two guided scuba sessions are included. The first reaches about 6 meters and the second reaches about 12 meters.

How long is each scuba session?

Each session lasts approximately 15 minutes.

What is included in the $44 price?

The price includes hotel pickup and return, scuba equipment, a certified professional instructor, safety instruction, two guided sessions, lunch, and insurance.

What is served for lunch?

The included meal is schnitzel and pasta.

Are drinks included?

No. Drinks are available to purchase on board and cost extra.

Is scuba equipment provided?

Yes. The package includes a suit if needed, tank, mask, fins, regulator, and other required equipment. Snorkel equipment is not included.

Can children join the boat trip?

Children under 14 cannot take part in the scuba sessions. They may join the boat trip and swim with family.

Where is hotel pickup available?

Pickup is available in Kestel, Türkler, Çenger, Okurcalar, Evrenseki, Konaklı, Gündoğdu, Manavgat, Oba, Çolaklı, Side, Avsallar, Alanya, Mahmutlar, Payallar, Belek, Kızılot, and Kızılağaç.

What should I bring?

Bring a towel, beachwear, and cash. A snorkel is optional, since snorkel equipment is not included but may be rented or purchased on site.