Scuba Side works best when the plan is simple from the beginning: first-time guests need calm explanation and confidence, certified divers want direct access to local points, and longer-stay visitors usually need a more flexible package rhythm.
The center operates from Turquoise Resort Hotel & Spa and builds the day around practical transfer times, short sea sessions and programs that fit the guest profile instead of pushing everyone into one fixed format.
Local diving package for one diver.
Package option for guests staying longer in Side.
Theory, video, pool, 2 scuba dives, souvenir photo and wall certificate.
Before entering the water, the team separates guests by experience level, explains the day clearly and matches the right local point or training route.
For first-time divers and course participants, the practical phase starts in a controlled environment so basic equipment use and comfort are settled first.
Once the guest is ready, the day continues with local dives, package progression or course continuation depending on the selected program.
Programs are separated by diver level. First timers, course students and experienced divers do not follow the same schedule.
Beach dives, pier dives, boat dives, night dives, wreck dives and nitrox dives can be arranged according to the guest profile.
The center prefers inflatable boats for efficient transfers. The goal is to keep unnecessary sea time short and make the day easier for hotel guests and families with children.
Most outings stay practical: the dive point is close to shore and a typical sea session lasts around one and a half hours.
Boats in operation: Tyra and Gero.
Despite the limited number of local points around Side and Sorgun, underwater life has improved noticeably over the last years.
Popular sites include Small Pier, Big Pier, Turquoise House Reef 1, Turquoise House Reef 2, Bike Way, Volkan’s Reef, Ralf’s Home, SG 117 Coast Guard Wreck and Deep Side.
Guests who want to complete theory in advance can continue with the official PADI e-Learning system before arriving in Side.
Open PADI e-Learning