Bodrum, Turkey

    Uçak Batığı

    Best months: Aug

    Why dive here

    Uçak Batığı is a wreck dive where divers can encounter dolphins, sea turtles and sperm whales. Water ranges 17-27°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeAug
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Sea Turtles and Sperm Whales
    Water17-27°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive

    Uçak Batığı, the C-47 Dakota wreck, is one of those sites we always make time for when we're in Bodrum. It’s not just a plane; it’s a time capsule sitting upright on the seabed, perfectly preserved. We love how the light filters down, illuminating the cockpit and fuselage, making you feel like you've stumbled onto a forgotten film set. Our favourite part is gliding through the cargo hold, where schools of glasseye fish shimmer in the shadows, their eyes catching the light. The plane itself is a magnet for marine life. Look closely around the wings and you'll spot ornate wrasse darting between the crevices, and sometimes, a loggerhead turtle will cruise lazily by, seemingly unfazed by divers. We’d suggest going early in the morning, before the crowds, to truly appreciate the quiet grandeur of the wreck. The visibility here can be superb, offering long sightlines along the fuselage – a real treat for photographers. It’s an easy dive, suitable for most levels, allowing plenty of time to explore the wreck's every detail without feeling rushed.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Uçak Batığı

    Uçak Batığı Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Uçak Batığı, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (37.02, 27.18) (31km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    24°C

    75°F · Range: 22.1–26°C

    Air Temperature

    21°C

    71°F

    Wind Speed

    4.96 m/s

    9.6 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1015.9 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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