Side Scuba Diving for Beginners with Lunch and Transfers

Hotel pickup starts around 08:00, depending on the hotel location, followed by a transfer to the marina, where arrival is around 09:30. After a safety briefing and equipment preparation, the boat departs at 10:00.

The activity includes two guided scuba dives, organized in small groups. The first dive takes place before lunch at depths of approximately 5–12 meters, with an underwater time of around 20 minutes. While one group is diving, others can relax on the boat, swim, or sunbathe.

Lunch is served onboard between the two dives. After lunch, participants complete the second guided dive, again in small groups. Between and after dives, there is free time for swimming and relaxation.

At the end of the program, the boat returns to the harbor, followed by a transfer back to the hotel.

Pickup details

Your exact pickup time will be confirmed one day prior to the activity. Please note that the time shown on your booking voucher is not necessarily your hotel pickup time. Pickup times vary depending on your hotel's location, traffic conditions and route planning and may be earlier than the activity time shown on your voucher.

Please be ready at the main security gate (vehicle entrance/exit) of your hotel at least 10 minutes before your confirmed pickup time. Some hotels have multiple entrances, and the main security gate may be located a short distance from the reception or lobby area. Due to local regulations and hotel policies, transfer vehicles are not permitted to enter hotel premises, so guests must wait at the main security gate for pickup.

Please keep your phone switched on and reachable during the pickup period. Transfer vehicles may occasionally be delayed by traffic or previous hotel pickups; if your vehicle has not arrived within 5–8 minutes after your confirmed pickup time, please contact us immediately. Guests who are not present at the confirmed pickup location and time, who wait at an incorrect pickup point, or who cannot be reached by phone, may be considered a no-show.

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Under 10 years old children can join the activities as a boat trip not for scuba diving
• Due to local regulations, tour vehicles are not permitted to enter the Side Ancient City (UNESCO protected area). Guests staying within this area are kindly requested to wait at the main security entrance (Zabıta gate) for pickup.
• Your exact pickup time will be confirmed one day prior to the activity. Please note that the time shown on your booking voucher is not necessarily your hotel pickup time. Pickup times vary depending on your hotel’s location, traffic conditions and route planning and may be earlier than the activity time shown on your voucher.
• Please be ready at the main security gate (vehicle entrance/exit) of your hotel at least 10 minutes before your confirmed pickup time. Some hotels have multiple entrances, and the main security gate may be located a short distance from the reception or lobby area. Due to local regulations and hotel policies, transfer vehicles are not permitted to enter hotel premises, so guests must wait at the main security gate for pickup.
• Please keep your phone switched on and reachable during the pickup period. Transfer vehicles may occasionally be delayed by traffic or previous hotel pickups; if your vehicle has not arrived within 5–8 minutes after your confirmed pickup time, please contact us immediately. Guests who are not present at the confirmed pickup location and time, who wait at an incorrect pickup point, or who cannot be reached by phone, may be considered a no-show.