Camel
This dive site in Turkey, located near Gata Burnu, Kaş, Antalya, in the Mediterranean Region, offers a unique experience for advanced and expert divers. With a maximum depth of 29m and visibility reaching up to 22m, it's recommended to have diving experience before exploring this site.
The strong currents at this location make it ideal for experienced divers who are comfortable with challenging conditions. During your dive, you will need to make your safety stop on the anchor rope. The top of the reef sits at 14 meters, and there are two prominent bumps resembling camel's humps to discover, giving the site its distinctive name.
Underwater, you'll encounter a variety of fascinating marine life, including sea turtles, Grouper species, Lionfish, Mediterranean Dam Fish, Bonito, Puffer Fish, and Cornette Fish. However, it's the numerous dusky and mottled groupers that will truly mesmerize you.
As you plan your diving adventure, keep in mind the close proximity of Gata Burnu, Kaş, Antalya, in the Mediterranean Region, Turkey. Prepare for an unforgettable underwater experience at this dive site, where the currents test your skills and the marine life captivates your senses.
The strong currents at this location make it ideal for experienced divers who are comfortable with challenging conditions. During your dive, you will need to make your safety stop on the anchor rope. The top of the reef sits at 14 meters, and there are two prominent bumps resembling camel's humps to discover, giving the site its distinctive name.
Underwater, you'll encounter a variety of fascinating marine life, including sea turtles, Grouper species, Lionfish, Mediterranean Dam Fish, Bonito, Puffer Fish, and Cornette Fish. However, it's the numerous dusky and mottled groupers that will truly mesmerize you.
As you plan your diving adventure, keep in mind the close proximity of Gata Burnu, Kaş, Antalya, in the Mediterranean Region, Turkey. Prepare for an unforgettable underwater experience at this dive site, where the currents test your skills and the marine life captivates your senses.
Diving Conditions Score for Camel
8.8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Camel
Depth
29m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Camel
Wave Height
0.3m
Wind Speed
12.8 m/s
Water Temp
25.7°C
Visibility
42.78km
Cloud Cover
31%
Wave Period
4s
Air Temperature
26.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Camel
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Dive Score Chart for Camel
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.947172289156628/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.3m, Wind 2.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 8.238888888888889/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Camel: 06:00
Sunset at Camel: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Camel are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
7:00Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.3m (4.15s), Wind: 2.3 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.32m, Wind: 7.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for CamelAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Camel
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Camel
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.8/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Camel
December
Score: 9.0
January
Score: 8.8
February
Score: 8.5
Ideal Conditions for Camel
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
August
Visibility
18.5m / 60.7ft
December
Wave Height
0.4m / 1.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Camel
Camel shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (28.6°C) and January the coldest (6.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). February is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026
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