Yachting in Datca - Coves to Visit

Hisaronu and Gokova Coves

At its heart the beautiful Gulfs of Hisaronu and Gokova , and opposite, Tavsan or Rabbit Island and cove of the same name where the Robinson Club Maris is located and is the most beautiful port in this region.

Bencik Cove

Bencik is next on this coast and a favourite of the Blue Cruise boats and yachts for its special small coves and there is a government run camping site on the shoreline that is very peaceful and quiet.  From here there are walking paths that lead to the shores of Gokova and is best to stroll either in the early morning or later in the evening especially to watch the fantastic colours of a spectacular sunset.  

Dislice Island

At the mouth of Bencik is Dislice (Teeth) Island, so called because the rocks that cover it stick out like teeth, and is a frequent stop for the daily boat tours.  The rocks and caves have been formed by erosion from the sea and are great to walk through; it’s also a fantastic place for underwater diving.  

Aktur and Kurucabuk Coves

As you continue towards Datca the summer houses are visible along the coast and the best and most beautiful of these is Aktur on Kurucabuk Cove.

Gunlucek Cove

The cove just before this is Gunlucek Cove and both have beautiful beaches and holiday campsite areas in the forest which are easily accessible using the nearby Datca -  Marmaris road.  

Ciftlik, Sari and Karaincir

The final ports at the western end of the Gulf of Hisaronu are Ciftlik, Sari and Karaincir .

Perili Kosk Cove

The Perili Kosk (Haunted Mansion) Cove has a hotel with the same name with a good reputable restaurant; it has a beach that is great for swimming and also wind-surfing activities available.

Datca Cove

The beautiful town of Datca, one of the places that many Turkish people wish to retire to, has a port with a bar and there are frequent buses and dolmus minibuses that go to the town.  At one end of the peninsula here is the ancient city of Knidos which is accessible by road, and in between there and Datca there are many bays and small coves some of which can be reached by sea and some by land and sea.  

Kargi and Armutlu Coves

Following on from Datca is Kargi Cove and next to it the small Armutlu Cove with a wonderful pool for swimming and as you enter the Kizil and Hayit Inlets you will pass by Ince Point and Domuzcukuru.

Palamut Cove

This brings you closer to Knidos and before visiting this historic place its recommend you make a stop at Palamut Cove for a feast of fish and seafood.  This beautiful cove has barren hills that run down to a very Long Beach and has village houses surrounded by trees on the waterside.  It also has rows of small bed & breakfast establishments, summer villas and fishing boats and yachts moored at the port.