Üç Adalar is a very famous diving spot near the city of Kemer in Antalya.
What can I do on Üç Adalar (Three Islands) ?
The name Üç Adalar refers to the three islands west of Antalya, which in reality consist of the four islands Martı, Mağara, Piknik and Küçükada.
The unique place is rich in marine life and crystal clear water. For this reason, it is also home to a world-renowned diving center, which is visited by people from all over the world who want to explore the underwater riches.
In the resorts and hotels of Tekirova there are diving centers that offer courses for amateur divers. You can reach the dive sites in Üç Adalar after a maximum 30-minute boat ride.
Üç Adalar is a massive dive site with nine reefs and two underwater caves. The surfaces of the underwater reefs consist of rock formations covered with a variety of marine plants.
On the surfaces of the walls you will find cavities of different sizes. One of the largest reefs is Canyon Reef. It is named after two cliffs that look like a canyon.
You will find different diving spots on site. Examples include a C-47 Dakota plane wreck, the Coast Guard boat wreck, a cave, an anchor, a pyramid, and a natural underwater reef.
The three islands are particularly popular with experienced divers. You can dive up to 30 to 35 meters deep here.
Another highlight are the sea turtles, which are often seen in the area. Other sea creatures that you can discover here are monkfish, groupers, trumpet fish, small and normal-sized Mediterranean moray eels, barracuda, Thracus octopus (when night diving), broad-legged snails (when night diving), squid (in schools) and rarely Mediterranean monk seals...
How to reach Üç Adalar (Three Islands / Three Islands) ?
By Boat: From Kemer, you can take overnight boat tours or day trips to Üç Adalar. There are also cruises that depart from Tekirova.
More information
The "Tekirova Underwater Association" was founded in the town of Tekirova, Kemer district. The association represents the diving industry in the region.
Üç Adalar is the most famous diving spot in Kemer. Home to nine reefs and two underwater caves, it is one of the largest diving centers in Antalya.
