Iztuzu Beach (Turtle Beach) Tours
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Turtle Beach, or Iztuzu Beach in Turkish, is a large breeding ground for the rare and endangered loggerhead sea turtles. The beach is located just south of the town of Dalyan, Turkey along the Aegean Sea. Due to its protection status, the beach is quiet, though there are a few cafes and tourist facilities in the area. There are no showers on the beach because they don't want shampoo to contaminate the beach and harm the turtles. Certain sections of the beach are off limits during breeding season in order to protect the turtles and their eggs. The beach has been under threats of over development for decades, which would have a devastating effect on the turtles. Luckily there are groups fighting to stop the development and continue protecting the turtles and their habitat.
Other activities in the Dalyan area include visiting the ruins of the ancient trading town of Kaunos, enjoying the Sultaniye hot springs and mud baths, swimming in Koycegiz Lake, and admiring the facades of Lycian tombs located above the Dalyan River.
Practical Info
Turtle Beach is easy to reach by public transport from the town of Dalyan. Dalyan is located about 17 miles from the Dalaman Airport, and between Marmaris and Fethiye. You can reach Dalyan by bus from either Marmaris or Fethiye, or join one of the many tours that include the beach. The beach is closed from 8pm to 8am May through October, which is the turtles' breeding season.
Address: Iztuzu Beach, Dalyan, Turkey
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Dalyan Cruise from Marmaris: Iztuzu Beach, River Cruise and Mud Baths
- Spend a day exploring the natural wonders and historic gems of the Dalyan Delta on this action-packed full-day cruise from Marmaris. Set sail for the beaches and bays of the Adaköy peninsula, where you can cool off with a dip in the Mediterranean before cruising on to the Dalyan River. Spot loggerhead turtles at İztuzu Beach, soak in the mineral-rich mud baths and view the Lycian Kings’ Tombs in Kaunos, then tuck into a delicious lunch (included) on-board.
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Dalyan Koycegiz by Bus Including River Cruise, Turtle Beach, Mud Baths and Lunch
- Travel the scenic Dalyan Delta by bus and boat on an action-packed full-day tour from Marmaris, including lunch. Take in sights like the rock-cut tombs of the Kings of Kaunos and Köyceğiz Lake as you cruise down the Dalyan Canal, stopping to watch the loggerhead turtles on Turtle Beach, swim at the coastal beaches and soak in the mineral-rich mud baths.
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Private Dalyan Iztuzu River Boat Caunos Tour with Private Guide
- Maximise your time while in port in Marmaris with a private 6-hour shore excursion that explores one of the highlights of Turkey’s Turquoise Coast. Set sail on a riverboat cruise around the Dalyan Delta; stop to admire the ancient Lycian tombs of Caunos, carved high in the cliff sides; and spot loggerhead turtles on İztuzu Beach.
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Full-Day Dalyan Caunos Boat Trip From Marmaris
- Spend a day exploring the Dalyan Delta by boat on an excursion from Marmaris. Travel through the networks of water channels, stopping off to eat lunch, to enjoy the mud baths and sulfur springs, and to relax on the natural reserve of Turtle Beach.
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Dalyan Boat Trip from Marmaris or Icmeler with River Cruise, Turtle Beach, Mud Baths and Lunch
- =Spend a day cruising Turkey’s famous Turquoise Coast on this full-day boat trip from Marmaris or Icmeler, including hotel transfers and lunch. Take in the highlights of the Dalyan canal, admiring the rock-cut Lycian Tombs of the Kings of Kaunos, taking a dip in the mineral-rich mud baths and viewing the protected Iztuzu Beach, famous for its large population of loggerhead turtles.
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Dalyan River Delta Night Cruise with BBQ Dinner
- The Dalyan River Delta becomes extra magical at night, as the boats and visitors melt away. This 8-hour cruise lets you enjoy the scenery and calm at this special time, as the sun sets and darkness falls. In addition to cruising along the delta, bathe in hot springs, swim or relax at Hole Island and Iztuzu Beach, dip in the sulphur springs at Lake Koycegiz, and refuel with a starlit barbecue dinner.
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Dalyan River Cruise with Sea Turtle Watching
- Watch for sea turtles and ancient tombs along the scenic Dalyan River on a full-day tour from the Bodrum Peninsula that explores natural wonders, history, and Iztuzu Beach. You’ll cruise to the Dalyan River’s natural mud baths and thermal pools, enjoy a buffet lunch at the edge of the water, and visit a fascinating Lycian necropolis. After following the river all the way to the Mediterranean Sea, hit the sand for some time on beautiful Iztuzu Beach, where Turkey’s sea turtles come to breed.
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