Longest open saltwater SCUBA dive (cold water)

Longest open saltwater SCUBA dive (cold water)
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Who
Mazlum Kibar
What
36 hours : 9 minutes : 36 seconds hour(s):minute(s):second(s)
Where
Türkiye (Çanakkale, Türkiye)
When
14 March 2026

The longest open saltwater scuba dive in cold water is 36 hours, 9 minutes and 36 seconds, and was achieved by Mazlum Kibar (Turkey) in Çanakkale, Eceabat, Turkey, on 15 March 2026

The attempt began at 7:28 a.m. local time on 14 March 2026, Throughout the time spent underwater, liquid nutrition was consumed to maintain energy and hydration. A sizeable support team, including about 30 divers, and 10 technical and production crew, monitored the dive continuously from the surface and underwater to ensure conditions remained safe and all guidelines were followed. The temperature fluctuated between 11-14 degrees.