Uluburun II Wreck

Best months: Aug–Oct

Why dive here

Uluburun II Wreck 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

The Uluburun II Wreck is a real treat, especially if you’ve got a soft spot for history mixed with a good dive. We’re talking about a replica of the Uluburun shipwreck, the Bronze Age vessel found off Turkey’s coast, intentionally sunk as an artificial reef. You descend onto a wooden hull, already showing its age in the best way possible, barnacles and algae clinging to the timbers. As you circle the deck, you’ll spot amphorae, those ancient storage jars, scattered across the sand and tucked into the hold. They’re a fantastic canvas for macro life; we’ve often found nudibranchs slowly making their way across the terracotta, and small blennies peeking out from the necks of the jars. Schools of damselfish often hover above the wreck, flashing silver as they catch the Mediterranean light. It’s a calm site, usually without much current, making it perfect for photographers who want to take their time exploring the details. Our favourite part is peeking into the replica galley, imagining the ancient sailors. It’s not a deep dive, making bottom time plentiful, and it’s a brilliant training ground for those new to wreck diving, offering plenty to see without any overhead environments.