Don't Leave Fethiye Without Doing These!
1. Oludeniz and Kumburnu Beach 🌊🌞
Fethiye's world-famous Ölüdeniz Beach is a natural wonder with its flat, waveless and turquoise waters, just as it takes its name from. Kumburnu Beach, the most special part of Ölüdeniz, offers a peaceful experience with its sandy shores curving inwards and its calm lagoon.
Activities to be done:
🏊♀️ Swimming and Sunbathing:
The first thing you should do as soon as you arrive here is to dive into the crystal clear sea! Especially in the morning hours, the water is so clear that you can easily see the bottom of the sea. You can relax by sunbathing on the beach all day long.
🚣♂️ Canoe and Paddleboard Rentals:
The best part about Kumburnu Lagoon is that it is waveless! You can rent a canoe or paddleboard here and take a pleasant ride in the calmest parts of Ölüdeniz.
⛵ Discover Hidden Coves with Boat Tours:
You can take a swimming break in the magnificent bays by joining the Blue Cave, Cold Water Bay and St. Nicholas Island tours departing from Ölüdeniz.
🌅 Beach Walk at Sunset:
The sunset in Ölüdeniz is also magical! You can walk on the beach in the evening and watch the sky turn into orange and purple tones.
💡 Tip: If you arrive early in the morning, you can easily enjoy the sea in a quieter environment.
2. Butterfly Valley 🦋🏞️
Fascinating with its natural beauty, Butterfly Valley is one of the most special places in Fethiye, accessible by boats departing from Ölüdeniz. It gets its name from the fact that it is home to more than 80 species of butterflies and is a paradise for nature lovers!
Activities to be done:
🌊 Enjoy the Sea:
When you arrive at the valley, you will be greeted by a completely natural, untouched beach. The sea is a bit pebbly but crystal clear! You can explore the underwater world by snorkeling.
🏕️ Spend a Night in Nature by Camping:
Butterfly Valley offers a great camping area to stay in. Spending a night under the stars, surrounded by nature, in this place where even phone signal is hard to find, will be an unforgettable experience!
🥾 Take a Nature Walk to the Waterfall:
You can reach the natural waterfall by hiking towards the inner parts of the valley. The road is a bit bumpy but the magnificent nature view around it is definitely worth it!
💡 Tip: If you love nature, I definitely recommend camping here for at least one night. The peace of the valley in the early morning hours is completely different!
3. Babadağ and Paragliding 🪂
Babadağ is a peak offering the most beautiful views of Fethiye with its height of 1969 meters! It is considered one of the best spots in the world, especially for paragliding.
Activities to be done:
🪂 Watch Ölüdeniz from the Sky with Paragliding:
If you are ready for an adrenaline-filled experience, you should fly paragliding from Babadağ! This activity, accompanied by professional instructors, lasts approximately 25-30 minutes and offers the chance to watch the unique view of Ölüdeniz from the sky.
☕ Enjoy a Coffee with a View at Babadağ Summit:
Even if you are not paragliding, you can go to the top of Babadağ and enjoy a great coffee. Especially having breakfast here is an incredible experience!
🌅 Sunset Watching:
Watching the sunset from Babadağ will be one of the most enchanting views you will ever see. The sky, which takes on orange and red tones at the peak of the mountain, combines with the blue of Ölüdeniz to create a magnificent image.
💡 Tip: If you are thinking of paragliding, the best time to fly is in the morning.
4. Kayaköy – Ghost Village 🏚️
Kayaköy, which was abandoned after the population exchange in 1923, has a fascinating atmosphere with its stone houses and historical texture. You will feel like you are in an open-air museum while walking here.
Activities to be done:
🏛️ Explore Abandoned Stone Houses:
Kayaköy has more than 600 stone houses, narrow streets and two large churches. All these structures have resisted the test of time and carry the traces of history.
⛰️ Climb to the Top and Watch the View:
When you reach the highest point of Kayaköy on foot, you will be greeted by a wonderful valley and sea view.
☕ Start the Day with a Village Breakfast:
There are boutique cafes and places that serve breakfasts prepared with organic products around Kayaköy. Cinbal Restaurant or Izela Restaurant are good options for breakfast.
💡 Tip: If you arrive around sunset, the light plays on the stone texture of the houses and creates an incredible view!
5. Jeep Safari (Saklıkent, Tlos and Yakapark Tour)🚙
Jeep Safari is one of the most fun tours around Fethiye! You can reach wonderful places like Saklıkent Canyon, Tlos Ancient City and Yakapark by passing through dusty and rugged roads with 4x4 vehicles.
What Can You Do?
✅ Jeep Safari Fun on Dusty and Rough Roads:
Get ready to get wet while quickly passing through puddles! This tour makes you feel like you are returning to your childhood.
✅ Walking in Icy Waters in Saklıkent Canyon:
In Saklıkent, one of the deepest canyons in the world, you can witness the magnificent power of nature by walking in the water.
✅ Lunch in Nature at Yakapark:
You can enjoy nature by eating trout or local delicacies at tables set in the cool waters.
💡 Tip: If you like water fights, don't forget to bring a change of clothes! Because it's impossible not to get into water fights in this round.
6. Walking to Af Kule Monastery and Meditating with the View 🏛️🧘♂️
One of the most mysterious and peaceful places in Fethiye is the Af Kule Monastery, built on steep cliffs. This place, which used to be a monk monastery, is now a frequent destination for nature walkers!
What Can You Do?
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✅ Nature Walk to the Monastery:
You can reach this unique historical spot by walking on a 2 km long path through the forest.
✅ Meditation and Photography Against the Magnificent View:
From Af Tower, you can watch the deep blue waters of the Mediterranean and the Greek islands. Sitting in a quiet corner here, listening to the sound of nature or meditating is a great opportunity to get away from city life!
💡 Tip: The walk can be a bit challenging, I recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes.
7. Dalyan and Iztuzu Beach Tour 🐢🏝️
If you want to spend a day surrounded by both history and nature, you should join the Dalyan and Iztuzu Beach tour! Iztuzu Beach, which is the nesting area of the Caretta caretta turtles, is a magnificent natural wonder!
What Can You Do?
✅ Take a Boat Tour on the Dalyan Canal:
You can see the rock tombs of the Ancient City of Kaunos among the reeds surrounding it by boating on the Dalyan River.
✅ Have Fun in the Mud Bath:
The natural mud bath in Dalyan is full of minerals that renew your skin! If you want to have a fun experience, you should definitely get covered in mud here.
✅ Swim at Iztuzu Beach and Meet the Caretta Carettas:
In this beach, which is a protected area for the Caretta caretta turtles, you can enjoy swimming on a beach with unspoiled natural beauty.
💡 Tip: Since the beach is protected, you should be careful here and not harm the turtles' habitats.
8. Diving and Underwater Explorations 🤿🌊
Fethiye is known as one of the best diving spots in Türkiye! If you want to explore the underwater world, you can join diving tours here and experience swimming with wrecks, caves and colorful fish.
What Can You Do?
✅ Trial Dive for Beginners:
If you've never dived before, don't worry! With trial dives, you can explore underwater by going down to a depth of 5-6 meters.
✅ Discover Underwater History with Wreck Diving:
In Fethiye, you can explore historical ruins such as shipwrecks from the Second World War and old amphorae.
✅ See the Phosphorescent Glow Underwater by Night Diving:
Night dives offer the opportunity to watch phosphorescent organisms glow underwater!
💡 Tip: If you love diving, you can become a professional diver by getting PADI or CMAS certification!
9. Camping and Yoga in Kabak Bay 🌿🏕️
Kabak Bay is one of the most beautiful places in Fethiye where you can be completely alone with nature! Even the phone signal here is hard to find, so it is a truly peaceful escape!
What Can You Do?
✅ Stay in a Bungalow or Tent in Nature:
You can stay in seaside bungalows at Kabak Bay or bring your own tent and sleep under the stars.
✅ Do Yoga and Meditation with a Sea View:
Kabak Bay is famous for its yoga camps and meditation workshops. Here you can relax your soul by doing breathing exercises facing the sea.
✅ Take a Nature Walk to Kabak Waterfall:
You can reach Kabak Waterfall with a walk of about 1 hour. This place is truly a hidden paradise!
💡 Tip: Driving to Kabak Bay can be difficult, the best option is to reach it by boat from Ölüdeniz!