Scuba Diving Tour from Demre β Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Demre and want to do the Scuba Diving Tour? Here's exactly what that looks like. The pickup point sits roughly 127.8 km away, an estimated 159-minute transfer, with hotel pickup in the 07:30 β 09:00 window. The tour runs 6 Hours and costs β¬45 per person. Right now the sea is around 21Β°C with high crowds β Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather.. About staying in Demre: Demre is the home of ancient Myra and the historical Saint Nicholas β the bishop who inspired Santa Claus. Its compact area packs a famous church, dramatic rock-cut tombs and a Roman theatre, with access to the Kekova sunken city. Nearby you'll find Church of St. Nicholas, Myra Rock Tombs, Andriake / Myra Museum. Demre is about 145 km southwest of Antalya Airport (AYT), roughly a 2β2.5 hour drive along the coast; it is often combined with KaΕ and Kekova. From our guides on the ground: Two dives in Side's clear water with a full briefing and safety training, so it genuinely works for complete beginners as well as certified divers. No experience is required for the intro dives β the instructor stays with you throughout. Bring swimwear, a towel and sunscreen; the boat provides all dive gear. Avoid flying within 24 hours of diving, so don't book this for your departure day. A memorable pick for couples and adventurous first-timers.
About Demre
Demre is the home of ancient Myra and the historical Saint Nicholas β the bishop who inspired Santa Claus. Its compact area packs a famous church, dramatic rock-cut tombs and a Roman theatre, with access to the Kekova sunken city.
What to see near Demre
Church of St. Nicholas β The Byzantine church in Demre where Saint Nicholas β the original Santa Claus β served as bishop and was buried. Myra Rock Tombs β A cliff face honeycombed with elaborate Lycian house-style tombs, above a well-preserved Roman theatre. Andriake / Myra Museum β The ancient harbour of Myra with a granary of Hadrian and a museum of Lycian civilisation. Kekova Sunken City β Submerged ancient ruins reached by boat from nearby ΓΓ§aΔΔ±z, on the shore of Kekova island.
Local tips
β’ Visit the Church of St. Nicholas and the Myra tombs together β they are minutes apart. β’ Kekova boats leave from ΓΓ§aΔΔ±z/Andriake near Demre, not from the town centre. β’ Demre is inland of its beaches; allow extra time to reach the harbour.
From our team on the ground
Two dives in Side's clear water with a full briefing and safety training, so it genuinely works for complete beginners as well as certified divers. No experience is required for the intro dives β the instructor stays with you throughout. Bring swimwear, a towel and sunscreen; the boat provides all dive gear. Avoid flying within 24 hours of diving, so don't book this for your departure day. A memorable pick for couples and adventurous first-timers.
Highlights
What's included
- Free Hotel Service
- Lunch & Coffee & Tea
- Travel Insurance
- 2 Dives with 40 minutes each & Equipment
- Training for Beginners
- Tour Guiding (English & German)
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Scuba Diving Tour from Demre?
The departure point is about 127.8 km from Demre, an estimated 159-minute drive.
What time is hotel pickup from Demre?
Pickup from Demre hotels is typically in the 07:30 β 09:00 window.
How much does the Scuba Diving Tour cost?
β¬45 per person.
Is hotel pickup included from Demre?
Yes β round-trip hotel transfer from Demre is included.
What's the weather and sea like for this tour now?
Right now the sea is around 21Β°C with high crowds β Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather..
What else is Demre known for?
Demre is known for Church of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus), ancient Myra rock tombs, Roman theatre, Kekova access.
Why is Demre famous?
Demre is the ancient city of Myra and the home of Saint Nicholas β the bishop who inspired Santa Claus β alongside striking Lycian rock tombs and a Roman theatre.
Traveller reviews
There was some waiting on the boat between dives, so bring patience and maybe a snack. The diving team themselves were professional and kind, especially with people who were nervous. Visibility was good enough to see fish and rock formations. I gave four stars because the lunch was simple, but the diving felt safe.
The first dive was mostly about getting comfortable. The second dive felt much more natural.
We saw small fish and rock formations, not a huge reef, but it was a great first dive.
Waiting on the boat between dives was a little long, but the crew were friendly.
I was surprised by how calm I felt once we were underwater... The briefing covered hand signals, breathing, and what to do if you felt uncomfortable, which helped a lot. My partner panicked slightly at the start and the instructor handled it gently. We bought the photos afterward because they were actually worth having.
I was surprised how calm I felt underwater. The instructor stayed right beside me.