27m
    Beginner
    Kas & Kekova, Turkey

    Paris 2

    Best months: Aug–Oct

    Why dive here

    Paris 2 is a wreck dive where divers can encounter dolphins, sea turtles and sperm whales. Water ranges 18-30°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeAug–Oct
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Sea Turtles and Sperm Whales
    Water18-30°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 27m

    The Paris 2 wreck is a special one for us in Kaş. We love a good piece of history underwater, and this French cargo ship, sunk during World War I by Turkish artillery fire, absolutely delivers. Dropping down, the first thing you notice is the sheer size of her, resting upright on the seabed at 27 metres. Sunlight filters through the superstructure, creating these fantastic shafts of light that dance around the cargo holds. We always recommend exploring the bow first; the anchor chain is still draped dramatically over the side, and you can swim through parts of the deck structure. Keep an eye out for the resident moray eels peeking from crevices and the occasional schools of bream that hover above the deck. The visibility here is generally excellent, often pushing 20 metres, so you get a great sense of the wreck's scale. It's a surprisingly calm dive, perfect for newer divers looking to experience their first proper wreck without strong currents or deep penetration. Our favourite moment is always finning along the length of the hull, imagining the history etched into her metal plates.

    Typical Paris 2 Dive Profile

    10m20m30mSafety Stop0m27m max~30 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Depth of 27m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

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

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Paris 2

    Paris 2 Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Paris 2, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (36.31, 30.47) (23km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    26°C

    79°F · Range: 24.4–28.2°C

    Air Temperature

    19°C

    67°F

    Wind Speed

    3.99 m/s

    7.8 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1015.1 hPa

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

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