Ayişiği Daliş Merkezi̇

Ayışığı Dalış Merkezi has been operating since 2007, establishing itself as a specialist in both professional diving instruction and international dive travel. Located in the Kadıköy district of Istanbul, the centre acts as a gateway for divers looking to venture beyond local waters to some of the most renowned sites on the planet.

As a certified TURSAB travel agency, the centre organises full-scale expeditions that cover everything from flights and hotel transfers to liveaboard cruises. Whether you are looking to complete a specific RAID certification or join a group for a remote expedition, the focus is on seamless logistics and professional standards.

The centre is a dedicated RAID training facility, offering a structured pathway from initial entry-level qualifications to professional instructor training. Their expertise extends into specialised disciplines, including sidemount, wreck diving, and advanced photography workshops.

Instruction is delivered in both Turkish and English, ensuring clear communication for international divers. The team's long-standing presence in the industry since 2007 provides a level of experience that is central to their approach to both training and expedition management.

The centre offers the full spectrum of RAID training programmes. For those starting their journey, they provide Open Water Diver and Scuba Diver courses, progressing through to Advanced levels including Deep 40, Nitrox, and Wreck Diver specialties.

Professional divers can pursue Divemaster and Instructor pathways, alongside more technical or specialised training such as RAID Master Rescue Diver, Sidemount, and Dry Suit specialties. They also offer Scuba Update programmes for those looking to refresh their skills.

The centre specialises in liveaboard-style expeditions, which allow for extended stays at remote dive sites. These cruises are designed to provide a complete diving experience, with meals and refreshments provided on board according to the specific itinerary.

Onboard service includes water, snacks, fruit, tea, coffee, and non-alcoholic beverages. Depending on the destination, these liveaboards provide the most efficient way to access high-current areas or remote reefs that are inaccessible to day-boats.

For divers preferring to use their own equipment, the centre maintains an online boutique where kit can be sourced. This allows for easier preparation before joining an expedition or a local course.

Nitrox is available for divers looking to extend their bottom times, and the centre provides the necessary support for those undertaking Nitrox-specific training.

The marine life encountered on these international expeditions is incredibly diverse. In the reef environments, you will regularly see various reef fish and sea turtles navigating the corals.

Macro enthusiasts will find plenty to explore, with sightings of frogfish, seahorses, pipefish, octopus, and various crabs. The smaller inhabitants of the reefs provide endless opportunities for close-up photography.

In other areas, you may encounter sea snakes and various species of sea snails. The combination of reef, wall, and sand habitats ensures a wide variety of encounters for every type of diver.

Divers should be prepared for varying conditions depending on the destination. In locations like Komodo, strong currents are a standard feature of the dive sites and require experienced handling.

Expedition planning takes into account the specific environment of each site, whether it be the deep wrecks of the Red Sea or the volcanic sands of the Philippines.