Dimitri Wreck

The Dimitri Wreck is the premier wreck dive in Kaş and one of the most celebrated deep dives in the eastern Mediterranean. This WWII-era cargo vessel lies on a steep sandy slope between 28 and 42 metres, just a short boat ride from the harbour, and has become a destination in its own right for wreck diving enthusiasts from across Europe. The ship rests on its port side on the slope, with the superstructure and hull largely intact. The bow section rises dramatically from the seabed, and the stern, sitting deeper, offers a more challenging exploration. Cargo holds are partially accessible, revealing the vessel's internal structure and the occasional glimpse of its wartime cargo. The wheelhouse and engine room can be carefully explored by experienced divers with appropriate training. Marine life has thoroughly colonised the wreck. Large dusky groupers inhabit the holds and shelter beneath overhanging sections of the hull. Moray eels coil in the machinery spaces, and octopus occupy any suitable crevice. Schools of amberjack and Mediterranean barracuda circle the wreck in the water column above, and loggerhead turtles occasionally pass by. The excellent visibility in Kaş waters — often exceeding 30 metres — allows divers to appreciate the full scale of the wreck from a distance before moving in for detailed exploration. The depth demands respect and careful planning. Bottom time at 35 metres is limited on standard equipment, making gas management a priority. The sloping seabed requires awareness of depth creep, particularly when exploring the deeper stern section. For qualified divers, however, the Dimitri Wreck delivers a world-class wreck diving experience in the clear, warm waters of Turkey's Mediterranean coast.

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