Afkule Monastery Reef Dive Site — Turkey

Afkule Monastery Reef dive site in Turkey

About Afkule Monastery Reef

Below the ruins of Afkule Monastery near Fethiye, the underwater landscape features rocky reef covered in colorful sponges. Octopus, cuttlefish and nudibranchs are abundant for macro photography. The reef slopes gently from 6m to 24m with large boulders creating swim-throughs and sheltered overhangs.

Site Information

  • Depth: 6–24 m
  • Difficulty: intermediate
  • Site type: reef
  • Current: Mild current
  • Best time: May–Oct
  • Region: Turkey

Highlights

  • Monastery ruins
  • Sponges
  • Octopus
  • Nudibranchs

Marine Life at Afkule Monastery Reef

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