Frequently Asked Questions

I have visual impairment can I dive without glasses?

In such a case, diving depends on the degree of visual impairment. If you can see 3-5 meter distance easily without glasses then you can dive. However, it is not possible to dive if you lose sight totally when you take off your glasses. We should not forget the fact that with diving masks, objects in underwater seem closer and bigger than they actually do.

Can I dive without glasses?

As you have to wear diving mask, you cannot dive with glasses.

Can I dive with contact lens?

You can dive with contact lens.

What is the age limit for diving?

Depending on parental permission minimum diving age limit is 10. (International PADI rule)

Can I an accompanying person, who will not dive, come with the diving customers?

Yes, accompanying persons, who will not dive, can come with the diving customers. (Extra charge)

Can accompanying guests get Mask-pallet Schnorkel? Is it charged?

Accompanying guests can get equipment for Schnorkel in our boat. Renting Schnorkel equipment is charged (extra).

What types of diving do you have for certified divers?

Diving points are around the historical Alanya Castle ranging to 13 different points. The caves, tunnels, lagans and rocky parts in these points enable you to enjoy the underwater heritage to the full. Types of diving and diving points planned for the day change depending on your certificate, number of your total diving and diving experience. There aren’t special days specified for certain diving types. Every morning, after groups are divided diving points are determined depending on weather conditions and divers’ levels. Therefore, it is quite difficult to plan 1 day before to dive in a certain point. Of course, if weather conditions and divers’ level conditions are appropriate, diving points can be determined on the divers’ request.

How many days do the international diving programs take?

PADI-SSI OPEN WATER DIVER & CMAS * 4 days PADI-SSI ADVANCED OPEN WATER DIVER & CMAS** 3 days / (Open Water license is required to be able to attend to Advanced Open Water course)

Where are the diving points?

Diving points are around the historical Alanya Castle ranging to 13 different points.

What are the necessary things that the customers should bring with them?

Tour ticket, Towel, Swimwear, Money for the extras.

What is the food menu? Is it included in the price?

Usually oven roasted chicken, pasta and salad. The lunch menu is included in the tour price.

Are drinks included in the price?

Drinks are not included in the price. Extra charge.

Are there shadowy places, lavatory, wc in the boat?

In the boat, downstairs is completely and the half of the upstairs is shadowy. There are lavatory, wc and fresh water shower system in each boat.

What illnesses prevent diving? People with which illnesses cannot dive?

Serious and chronic heart diseases, epilepsy, burst eardrum, otitis media, tuberculosis, vascular disorder, bleeding and pregnancy.

I am pregnant, can I dive?

No, it is strictly forbidden for pregnant people to dive, even in their early pregnancy.

How long do the divings last?

Depending on the performance of divers in underwater, it takes between 20 and 25 minutes for the first time divers. Divers with license can stay underwater up to 60 minutes depending on the diving type and depth.

Can I bring my own equipment?

Yes, you can bring if you have your own equipment.

How many liters are the scuba (diving) tanks you use?

In our divings 12 liter steel tanks filled with 220 bar are used.

Are your governor retainers DIN or INT?

Our governor retainer adaptors are suitable for both DIN and INT connector systems.

Is being able to swim compulsory for diving?

It is not compulsory for the test divings, however it is compulsory for certificate/license programs.