Scuba Diving from Göynük

Göynük sits on one of the greenest stretches of the Turkish Riviera, where pine-covered slopes of the Taurus Mountains drop almost straight into the Mediterranean. Part of the Kemer district yet noticeably calmer than its lively neighbour, the resort is loved for its long pebble beach, shaded seafront promenade and the dramatic mountain backdrop that frames every morning. Most guests split their holiday between the beach and the green hills behind town — and with water this clear, a day beneath the surface is a natural next step.

Your diving day from Göynük is refreshingly simple. In the morning we collect you from your hotel — the two-way transfer is free — and bring you to the boat in neighbouring Kemer, just a short drive down the coast. On board, PADI-certified instructors run a full safety briefing before your first guided dive at a gentle 5–8 metres, lasting around 15–25 minutes. After a fresh lunch served on the boat, you go down for a second guided dive to 12–13 metres, exploring rock formations where reef fish gather and a shy octopus sometimes hides. By late afternoon you are back at your Göynük hotel.

Divers staying in Göynük choose the Kemer scuba diving trip because the departure point is practically next door: no long coach ride, more time on the water. The full eight-hour day costs €43 and genuinely includes everything — tank, regulator, wetsuit, mask and fins, both guided dives, lunch, insurance and the hotel transfer. Compare it with our other trips on the prices page. Booking is just as easy: reserve free online, pay in cash or by card on the day, and cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before.

Never breathed underwater before? No problem — this trip suits first-timers as much as licensed divers, and no certificate is required. Try-dives are possible from around age 10, non-diving companions can join the boat at a reduced rate, and certified divers get their logbooks signed and stamped. To see what a first dive feels like, read our discover scuba diving guide.