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JEEP SAFARI
This is one of the most adventurous tours that can be experienced in this region. It is a breathtaking safari taken on mountainous roads with a magnificent scenery, that will make you feel really exhilarated! Also, you will not always be following roads, sometimes you will find yourself driving on river beds. |
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RIVER RAFTING
River Rafting is offered as a superb experience on hot summer days. You will surely feel invigorated. The Akköprü River, which is a 45 minutes drive from Dalyan, is the most suitable river for rafting in all of Southern Turkey. At the end of the day you will realize that your heart has never beaten so fast before and beware - you will be completely wet! |
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SCUBA DIVING
This is another activity you can enjoy in this region. The marine life is very interesting and you can see many species including stingrays, parrotfish, starfish, crayfish, lobsters, octopus, turtles, and even dolphins in the clearest waters. This experience lets you get away from the crowds. |
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CANYONING
Saklikent is the largest canyon in the region, and exploring it will be an unforgettable experience. This is an exciting activity which does not necessarily mean walking but also climbing huge rocks and wading through the river where the path does not allow you to go on. The river's waterfalls are also worth seeing! |
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PARAGLIDING
From a height of2000-3000 meters, you are launched into the air. You will glide for 2- 3 kilometers and the experience can last up to 45 minutes. During the event you will feel like a bird and see an amazing view including Ölüdeniz (Dead Sea), one of the most beautiful beaches of Turkey. |
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HORSE RIDING
You can go horse riding in Mergenli Village and antique Köycegiz Village which is 10-15 minutes away. Or, if you want to join a horse riding tour in an area of historical beauty, Ölüdeniz is a perfect alternative. This tour begins in Ovacik on horseback and continues following paths through a forest, sometimes along a river or by the sea, and ends pleasantly in the ancient site at Kayaköy. |
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YACHTING
The “Blue Coast” is where yachting is truly a magnificent experience. With its unspoilt bays around Göcek and Dalaman, this is where blue and green meet like a woven tapestry. Plans for the new Dalaman Marina, which will be the largest in Turkey, have already been prepared and soon construction will begin. |
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GOLF
If you are a golf addict, we have good news for you. Although golf courses have been few in number in Turkey, the government is planning a new 18-hole course in in Sarigerme a very soon. This region will include an artificial lake, gardens&parks and five-star hotels. |
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BIRDWATCHING
Because the environment of this region is so unspoilt, there are a wide variety of bird species, some of which are indigenous. Around Iztuzu Beach, and in the area of Dalyan and the Köycegiz Lake you can find the following: flamingo, purple, grey & squacco heron, little egret, white stark, golden eagle, the long Legged & common buzzard, the lanner & red footed falcon, lesser kestrel, little owl, coot, kentish plover, swallow, jay, crested lark, isabelline wheatear, yellow wagtail, reed warbler, black-headed bunting, blue rock thrush, rock nuthatch, spotted flycatcher, raven, great tit and the red poll. |
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MUD BATHS
There are mud baths close to the junction of the Dalyan River and Köycegiz Lake, which host thousands of tourists both foreign and local every year. It is believed that the sulphur-rich mud baths cure rheumatic and dermatological diseases. The mud baths are also regarded as beauty baths and have attracted celebrities such as Dustin Hoffman and Sting. Everyone goes away with a photo of themselves covered in drying mud and remembers the experience forever! |
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THERMAL BATHS
The Ancient Sultaniye Thermal Baths which are in the southwest of Köycegiz Lake, come second only to parts of Indonesia for its high concentration of radon. The temperature of the spa waters is always 39 degrees. The remedial minerals include: calcium chloride, calcium sulphate, calcium sulphur, and radon. These thermal baths and spa waters are effective in the cure of diseases such as back aches, rheumatism, nephritis, and dermatological and gynaecological conditions. When used as drinking water, it improves liver, gall bladder, and intestine diseases. But it is an acquired taste! |
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TURKISH BATHS / HAMAMS
Hamams have been a tradition since the Middle Ages, and are places where relaxing and deep cleaning are complimented with a good and effective massage. Being in a Hamam is similar to being in a Sauna. From the first step you take into a Hamam, you will find yourself in an atmosphere of relaxation and comfort. The Personal service you receive will get rid of a whole year's stress! |
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