Orda Cave / Ординская пещера
Orda Cave: Explore the Largest Gypsum Crystal Cave for Exceptional Underwater Diving in Russia
Discover the captivating Orda Cave, a stunning gypsum crystal cave nestled beneath the western Ural Mountains of Russia. With a maximum depth of 20 meters, this underwater marvel stretches over an impressive 5.1 kilometres, making it one of the world's longest underwater caves and the largest underwater gypsum cave on the planet.
While the marine life within the cave may be limited, its remarkable structure and topography are what truly mesmerize visiting cave divers. Prepare to be awestruck by the intricate formations and breathtaking visibility of up to 29 meters, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in this remarkable underwater world.
Orda Cave caters to divers of advanced and expert levels, offering a thrilling and challenging experience. As you explore the depths, you'll be surrounded by the awe-inspiring beauty of this natural wonder. Dive deep into the heart of Russia and embark on an unforgettable adventure that will leave you in awe of Orda Cave's magnificence.
Location: Ординская подводная пещера, Дачная улица, Orda, Ordinsky District, Perm Krai, Volga Federal District, 617500, Russia
Discover the captivating Orda Cave, a stunning gypsum crystal cave nestled beneath the western Ural Mountains of Russia. With a maximum depth of 20 meters, this underwater marvel stretches over an impressive 5.1 kilometres, making it one of the world's longest underwater caves and the largest underwater gypsum cave on the planet.
While the marine life within the cave may be limited, its remarkable structure and topography are what truly mesmerize visiting cave divers. Prepare to be awestruck by the intricate formations and breathtaking visibility of up to 29 meters, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in this remarkable underwater world.
Orda Cave caters to divers of advanced and expert levels, offering a thrilling and challenging experience. As you explore the depths, you'll be surrounded by the awe-inspiring beauty of this natural wonder. Dive deep into the heart of Russia and embark on an unforgettable adventure that will leave you in awe of Orda Cave's magnificence.
Location: Ординская подводная пещера, Дачная улица, Orda, Ordinsky District, Perm Krai, Volga Federal District, 617500, Russia
Diving Conditions Score for Orda Cave / Ординская пещера
6.4
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Orda Cave / Ординская пещера
Depth
14m
Visibility
29m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Orda Cave / Ординская пещера
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
8 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
15.32km
Cloud Cover
61%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
20.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Orda Cave / Ординская пещера
Alpha
Dive Score Chart for Orda Cave / Ординская пещера
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.813333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 3.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.118433333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Orda Cave / Ординская пещера: 06:00
Sunset at Orda Cave / Ординская пещера: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Orda Cave / Ординская пещера 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
17:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 3.1 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 5.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Orda Cave / Ординская пещераAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Orda Cave / Ординская пещера
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 Orda Cave / Ординская пещера
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.5/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Orda Cave / Ординская пещера
January
Score: 8.8
December
Score: 8.5
February
Score: 8.2
Ideal Conditions for Orda Cave / Ординская пещера
Water Temp
19.2°C / 66.6°F
July
Visibility
16.1m / 52.8ft
November
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Orda Cave / Ординская пещера
Orda Cave / Ординская пещера shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (19.2°C) and December the coldest (-15.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, 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 23, 2026
Note: This dive site is not a verified dive site. Please dive with caution. This dive site might have incorrect information by the community.
1 Dive sites near Orda Cave / Ординская пещера in
Got feedback?
Help us improve this dive site by giving us feedback.