Features of diving in Crimea

Diving is a popular hobby for the active and courageous. This hobby attracts more and more people who want to appreciate the beauty of the underwater view with their own eyes. Most divers say that diving in Crimea is no worse than in Europe or in eastern countries. In this article, we will consider the best places on the peninsula for diving under water, and also tell you how to start your journey for a novice diver.

It's no secret that Crimea is a wonderful place that attracts many tourists every year. The peninsula offers guests an excellent holiday. It will be interesting for both fans of active pastime and vacationers who choose relaxation and tranquility. There are many amazing places on the peninsula that are suitable for diving. The beauty of the marine world is striking in its picturesqueness.

It is a popular destination especially for active and experienced divers. The cape enchants with its many grottoes and enchanting natural beauty. This location has strikingly clear water, ideal for diving.... Popular domestic films such as "The Amphibian Man" and "Pirates of the 20th Century" were filmed here. The peculiarity of this place is its versatility.

The cape is suitable for both professional divers and beginners. Experienced divers follow the route to the "Cup of Love" along the "Valley of Anchors". Specialists descend to a depth of 14 to 25 meters.Novice divers dive no deeper than 6 meters, heading to the "Neptune" grotto.

This city is one of the most popular vacation destinations. Here you can find everything - from nightlife and noisy entertainment to relaxing walks in parks and gardens. There are no such amazing diving spots in this region as within the boundaries of the above-mentioned cape, however, there are some interesting diving spots. Near the famous landmark "Swallow's Nest" you can find karst caves, which will undoubtedly attract the attention of divers. Also here you can find several small sunken ships.

The next famous resort town also has some amazing snorkeling spots for divers. The depths here hold the secrets of the past. Underwater, you can find the ruins of buildings and port buildings, which are now hidden by the Black Sea.... Many divers diving in this location are looking for historical artifacts.

This place is in high demand among divers. Appreciating the beauty of these places, you will feel like a professional archaeologist in search of ancient artifacts. Experts assure that here you can find valuable things from the time of the Second World War. Experienced divers descend 20 meters to the Dragon Cave and then set off on a journey through the labyrinth of Evil Rocks. For beginners, it is better to choose a different location.

Novice divers are advised to visit Omega Bay. This is a place with beautiful marine fauna and flora. Not far from the coast, at a distance of 100 to 200 meters, you can find the wrecks of sunken ships and aircraft.

This location is in great demand among experienced divers. There is an amazingly beautiful gravel bay, which is home to many representatives of the marine fauna. The bottom of the bay is at a depth of 30 meters. In the vicinity of Zelenaya harbor, it is recommended to look for antiques that have historical value. And in the "Kapseli" area you can see a torpedo bomber, which went down during the war years.

Inexperienced divers are advised to dive under the water in the area of ​​Cape Alchak. The waters along the coastline are inhabited by numerous crustaceans and fish.

If you have never dived underwater with scuba diving, but want to join this interesting hobby, you cannot do without help. In Crimea, there are many special centers with the help of which you can learn how to properly dive under water using diving equipment. Both theoretical and practical courses are conducted on the basis of equipped institutions. During classes, beginners immerse themselves at a shallow depth accompanied by instructors.

Diving requires good health. During immersion under water, the body is under stress. Do not go in for underwater sports with the following health problems:

• diseases of the heart and cardiovascular system;
• asthma;
• epilepsy;
• claustrophobia (fear of confined spaces).

Scuba diving training centers can be found in almost every resort town on the peninsula. The following institutions are in great demand.

• "Tarkhankut". The center is located in the village of Olenevka. Here you can not only learn to dive, but also rent equipment and equipment. The teachers regularly organize walks under the sea. It is also possible to rent SUEX towing vehicles.

• Black sea divers... The institution is located in Sevastopol and offers everyone a wide range of services that will be of interest to both beginners and experienced divers.

• LEXX. The center is located in the popular resort town of Koktebel. His students enjoy diving at the Laspi water area. This is a location of amazing beauty, located between Sevastopol and Foros.

• "Team Ex"... This is a popular diving center in the village of Olenevka, offering a wide range of services for everyone who wants to touch the amazing underwater world. You will not only be comfortably accommodated and provided with housing, but will also be trained to handle technology, equipment and safely enjoy the depths of the sea.

• "Varangian". The famous organization in Sudak is located near Kapsel Bay and Cape Meganom. These locations attract thousands of tourists with the beauty of nature. Not far from the complex (about 300 meters) you can see a torpedo boat under water.

Professional divers who organize scuba diving, in addition to standard excursions, offer original types of descents. Such a pastime will give you a lot of vivid and unforgettable emotions. Tourists from the village of Sudak are offered to visit treasure hunters. During the descent, divers use special metal detectors that can work underwater. The cost of such entertainment is more than 2,700 rubles (2019). Ancient coins or precious jewelry can be found on the seabed.

It is unusual to congratulate a person on his birthday in Sevastopol. The organizers offer a dive, where a bottle of champagne and a bouquet will be waiting for the hero of the occasion on the seabed. The cost is 3 thousand rubles (2019).

See the following video about the peculiarities of diving in the resort town of Koktebel.