We have listed the 10 most pristine bays in Turkey that you cannot reach by land.
Surrounded by the sea on three sides, every corner of our country is home to unique natural wonders. Waterfalls, lakes, forests, underground caves and many more… In addition to these, it is necessary to open a separate parenthesis for our untouched virgin bays. Especially in the Aegean and Mediterranean regions, many bays are still not accessible by road. These bays, which can only be reached by boats, have been preserving their fascinating nature for years. In this article, we have prepared a list of bays that are not accessible by land. Let’s start if you are ready!
Hamam Bay, Mugla
Hamam Bay in Göcek is a place that fascinates with its atmosphere as well as its nature. Because under the sea is full of ruins of historical baths. Even according to rumors, Cleopatra built this bath. Therefore, this place is also known as Cleopatra Hammam Bay. Hamam Bay, which you can only reach by sea, hosts a magnificent sunset view in the evenings. On the other hand, let us remind you that there are no businesses in this bay for those who want to visit.
Gokgemile Bay, Mugla
Kapıdağ Peninsula in Dalaman is home to beautiful bays. One of them is Gökgemile Bay, which offers a magnificent visual feast with its dense forests and deep blue water. There is no establishment in the bay, which can only be reached by blue tour boats. However, there are flat areas where you can walk. One of the most important features of the bay is that it is closed to professional hunting. In this way, it is aimed to protect the fish population and its unique nature.
Suluada, Antalya
Known as the Maldives of Antalya, Suluada is truly a natural wonder with its white sand and turquoise water. The bay, which can only be visited by boat tours or private yachts, is one of the rare places that have remained as untouched as possible. Because there is no settlement on the island, it is not possible to meet your needs such as electricity and water. Even camping requires special permission. However, despite all these, there are dozens of reasons to go. For example, you can swim from the Lovers Cave in the bay to the other end of the island and have a different experience. In addition, Suluada, which is among the bays that cannot be reached by land, is home to all kinds of fish in the Mediterranean ecosystem. For this reason, we recommend that those who plan to go should definitely take flippers, sea goggles and snorkels with them.
English Bay, Mugla
Located in the Gulf of Gökova between Bodrum and Datça, İngiliz Bay is a magnificent place surrounded by pine trees. The name of this bay, which fascinates those who see it with its turquoise water, has an interesting story. According to the stories, during the years of World War I, a British warship took shelter here to hide from the Russian and German navies and hid in this bay for a certain period of time. After this incident, the bay became known as the English Bay. If you happen to be in Gökova one day, you should definitely see the English Bay.
Dişlice Island, Marmaris
Dişlice Island, located among the beautiful bays of Marmaris, is a small island formed as a result of volcanic eruptions. Since it has an appearance reminiscent of a tooth when viewed from above, it was named Dişlice. Dişlice Island, which can be reached in a short time by boats departing from Marmaris, has a very calm sea. Moreover, there are small natural beaches among the rocks. While it is possible to climb to the top of the island, exploring under the sea with snorkeling is one of the most enjoyable activities you can do on this island.
Gebekse Bay, Marmaris
Gebekse Bay, located very close to the famous Çiftlik Bay of Marmaris, enchants people with its magnificent nature. Covered with pine trees, the bay has a crystal clear sea. For this reason, it is seen as one of the best locations in Turkey to explore the undersea with snorkeling. It is also possible to see caretta caretta turtles during this experience. There are many ruins in Gebekse Bay, which is home to historical ruins as well as its wonderful nature. One of them is even thought to belong to a very old church.
Kizilkum Bay, Marmaris
Kızılkum Bay, located in Adaköy district of Marmaris, is also a virgin bay that cannot be reached by land. Reminiscent of paradise with its untouched forest landscape and deep blue water, this place is relatively quieter than other bays. The most interesting feature is that it has a red sand strip that divides the bay in two. Especially at sunset, you can walk along the sand strip, which takes on a wonderful atmosphere and you can capture very aesthetic photo frames.
Büyük Çatı / Küçük Çatı Bays, Muğla
Büyük Çatı and Küçük Çatı bays in Gökova Gulf are located very close to each other in Börtübet Harbor. There are plenty of pine and log trees in these bays, whose nature has never been spoiled due to the lack of land transportation. For this reason, the locals also call it Günlük Bay. The region, which always has a calm atmosphere, becomes a location frequently visited by private yachts and tourist boats in the summer months.
Turunc Pinari Bay, Fethiye
Turunç Pınarı Bay, one of the most beautiful bays of Fethiye, is a natural wonder located in the middle of the Aegean and the Mediterranean. There are several businesses in Turunç Pınarı, which takes its name from the citrus trees around it and the water spring at the summit. For this reason, you can meet your needs such as water, toilet or shower, swim from the pier or taste local delicacies. Despite these facilities, it is worth remembering that Turunç Spring Bay is not very crowded in season.
Domuz Çukuru Bay, Datça
Domuz Çukururu Bay in Datça, which is one of the bays that cannot be reached by land, is a location frequented especially by those who like camping. The bay, which is said to be named after the wild boars that come here to eat the figs that fall from the fig trees, does not have any facilities. However, you can reach the bay in about 1 hour with the tourist boats departing from Datça.
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