European Diving Centre

Since 1989, the European Diving Centre has been a cornerstone of the diving community in Fethiye, Turkey. This British-owned facility has established itself as a premier destination for both holiday divers and serious students of the sport.

As a PADI 5 Star Instructor Development Centre, the facility operates at the highest level of training. It functions as a professional academy, focusing on excellence in instruction and preparing the next generation of diving professionals.

The centre is staffed by a highly qualified team of PADI professionals. This includes instructors capable of leading a wide range of courses, from entry-level certifications to advanced professional training.

For those looking to enter the industry, the centre offers specialised internships for Divemasters and Instructors. Their deep local knowledge of the Oludeniz and Fethiye regions ensures you are diving in the best possible conditions with guides who know these waters intimately.

The training programme is comprehensive, covering the full spectrum of PADI certifications. You can begin your journey with the Scuba Diver or Open Water courses and progress through Advanced Open Water, Rescue Diver, and PADI Master Scuba Diver.

The centre is a dedicated training hub for professionals, offering Divemaster and Instructor internships, Assistant Instructor training, and Open Water Scuba Instructor courses. For those pursuing the highest levels of professional achievement, they offer Master Scuba Diver Trainer, IDC Staff Instructor, EFR Instructor, and Post Instructor training.

The centre provides well-maintained kit for hire, ensuring you have reliable equipment for your dives. This includes wetsuits, regulators, fins, and masks.

For those staying locally, the centre can also assist with information regarding partner hotels such as the Yacht Classic Hotel, Alesta Yacht Hotel, or V-Go Hotel. Transfer services are also available through a dedicated team member to assist with your logistics.

The reefs and drop-offs in this region are home to a variety of fish species. You will encounter sea bass (Sparidae), sea bream (Sparidae), and dorado.

For those interested in macro life, the area supports a range of fascinating creatures. You can look for octopus (Octopoda), cuttlefish (Sepiidae), and various scorpionfish (Scorpaenidae).

The marine landscape is further enriched by orange sponges and various other reef life. This variety makes the local sites ideal for both casual observers and dedicated underwater photographers.

The region offers a variety of underwater environments, from reefs to steep drop-offs. Divers can choose between exploring reef flats or navigating the vertical walls and wrecks that characterise the local coastline.