Activities

Things to do on your stay

Paragliding

If your feeling particularly adventurous on your holiday, experience something different. Soaring through the air over the stunning Blue Lagoon, with panaramic views of the area from the Babadag (Father Mountain). The mountain is a geological marvel soaring above Oludeniz at 6500ft at the take off point. Oludeniz offers the best tandem paragliding site in europe,if not the world. With perfect take off sites close to the 2000m summit of Babadag mountain, your flight will take you over its ridges, out across the sea for a birds eye view of the famous lagoon, down to the gentle landing on the beach.

There are many reputable companies in the area, with highly qualified and experience pilots. Let them do the work as you fly tandem. The companies have comprehensive insurance and have flown people of all ages from 4 to 84 years old.

Scuba Diving

Dive in the clear turquoise waters of the Mediterranean with one of the highly qualified diving schools in the area. As the sea is tide free it attracts an abundance of marine life due to it being very warm and calm and is diveable all year round. It is great for both beginners and more experienced divers and the schools in the areas offer a range of trips to wet even the most adventurous of appitites! Ranging from the shallow calm reefs teeming with life to the eerie caverns, fascinating walls, dramatic drop offs, thrilling tunnels and attractive swim-through arches coated in soft corals, Feather Dusters and Sponges, you can see there is something for everyone. There is also Archaeological diving available with some of the amphora dating back to 300 BC when Alexander the Great conquered the area.

There are several packages to choose from, one day up to a week long diving course is available and anyone over the age of 12 and healthy can participate.

Horse Riding

Horse Riding in Turkey is the perfect way to take in the breathtaking scenery, and in many cases it is the only way to reach the off the beaten track places. Riding centres(many of them which are English owned and run) cater for all ages and abilities, with the pace of the ride dependent on the routes chosen and the experience of the riders.

Treks combine riding in ancient ruins of towns and villages, through fragrant pine forests and tiny Tutkish villages untouched and unspoiled by tourism.

Boat Trip

Set sale on your own miniture voyage of discovery. If you wish to explore more of the area and want to top up your tan in the process, one of the many daily boat trips may be for you. The boat trips in the area offer great value for money, with stops at many sites only accessable by boat, along with a barbequed lunch, a chance for swimming, snorkelling, sunbathing and enjoying the stunning surroundings.

There are several boat trips leaving from Oludeniz or Fethiye and many companies offer a transfer service. You can even hire a private boat and go out in a small group.

From Oludeniz swim in the indigo waters of the Blue Cave before stepping ashore at Butterfly Valley. For the more energetic, a climb up to the Waterfall, where you might spot a rare Tiger Butterfly is not to be missed. Stop at St. Nicholas Island where you can climb amongst ruins to the top of the island for magnificent views. This island has been confirmed as being once the residence of St Nicholas, better known as Santa Claus. For the daring of you a swim at "Cold Spring Bay" where a fresh water spring leaks in to the sea is most refreshing! This is a truly memorable day out!

From Fethiye take the Twelve Islands boat trip. This is the area between Fethiye and Gocek. The most interesting islands and mainland bays include Merdivenli (Step Ladder bay) which has an ancient cave cut into the side of the rock. Afrodit koyu (Cleopatra’s Bath) is an ancient ruined bath where Cleopatra supposedly bathed when she was traveling en route from Egypt to Rome. Bedri Rahmi bay was named after the Turkish artist Bedri Rahmi Pehlivanoglu, famous for his portraits of Arabic Sultans. He visited the island several times and painted a fish eye picture on the wall. Domuz Adasi (Pig Island) was so named because of the pigs that swam there. Tersane Adasi (Shipyard Island) has ruins of an ancient shipyard.

Jeep Safari

Another great way to enjoy exploring the area is the much talked about Jeep Safari. Many companies in the area offer this trip. There is a choice to have a go at driving the jeep yourself or sitting back, relaxing and letting someone else drive for you.

The tour starts from the Hisronu/Oludeniz area with loud blasts on the horns which will be sure to wake you all up. Discover ancient cultures, village life and beautiful countryside, stopping at the must see Saklikent Hidden Canyon. Here splash about in the refreshing icy water or just relax at one of the many traditional cafes and watch the fun. Stop to Lunch outdoors in the open air in the picturesque and historical village of Tlos.

Explore the beautiful classical ruins at Xanthos, the mud baths and icy rushing waters of the Xanthos River will give you a chance to cool off before relaxing on the white sands of 18km long Patara Beach. Prepare to return back to your resort a little tired but thoroughly exhilarated.

Lycian Way

The Lycian way is a 509 km way-marked footpath around the coast of Lycia in southern Turkey, from Fethiye to Antalya. The route is graded medium to hard; it is not level walking, but has many ascents and descents as it approaches and veers away from the sea. It is easier at the start near Fethiye and gets more difficult as it progresses. We recommend walking the route in spring or autumn; February-May or September-November; summer in Lycia is hot, although you could walk short, shady sections. The route is mainly over footpaths and mule trails; it is mostly over limestone and often hard and stony underfoot.

On the first part of the route, and in Patara, Kalkan, Kas, Myra, Finike, Adrasan, Olympos, Cirali and Tekirova, you can stay in pensions or small hotels. On other nights, you may stay in a village house, or camp out. There are plenty of camping places with nearby water mentioned in the book; you do not have to ask permission to camp out.

Excursions

Ephesus &Pamukkale(2days)

For those who like to venture furder afield and experience something really unique, this trip is a must. On day one our first stop will be at the place considered by many to have been the last resting place of the virgin Marry. It is now a shrine and the destination for many pilgrimages. Then we travel on to Ephesus. A truly astonishing place, one of the best preserved Roman ruins in Turkey. The library of Celsius the 25.000 seat amphitheatre among the highlights, as well as one of the Seven wonders of the world, the Artemis Temple. We will spend the night in Pamukkale , with a delicious open buffet dinner and Turkish style entertainment. On the second day we will explore the natural wonders of Pamukkale, literally 'Cotton castle'. Over thousands of years the spring water pouring down the mountainside has gradually calcified, forming what we see today; cascading terraces of glittering white basins filled with thermal water! There will also be a chance to explore the ruins of nearby Hieropolis, a Roman spa! After lunch and a swim in the Roman baths, we return to Fethiye.

Dalyan

A wonderful day out with lots of variety. On arriving in Dalyan we transfer to a river boat to explore the many channels and streams which feed water from the mountains down Lake Koycegiz and on to the sea. A calm and relaxing boat trip before our first stop at the mud baths.Smother yourself in the natural pools and feel the years melt away. Refresh yourself with a swim in Lake Koycegiz before we stop for lunch at a waterside restaurant. After lunch we cruise to Turtle Beach for some sunbathing and swimming, but on the way you can marvel at the incredible Lycian Rock Tombs, dating back to the 5th century BC. A varied and highly enjoyable day out.

Tlos - Saklikent - Yakapark

Travel through un spoilet Turkish countryside and observe some local villages on our way to Tlos’ an ancient Lycian civilation. Discover the ages old city, the Ottoman castle and the acropolis on top of the hill.Here is the home of pegasus, our namasake! Afterwards we stop for lunch at the beautiful water gardens of Yakapark.In the afternoon we visit the Saklikent Gorge, a dramatic naturel wonder. You can walk in to the canyon and wade through the icy water, or just relax under the cool leafy glades and watch the water rush by.

Fethiye Market & Kayakoy

Try out bartering skills and hunt for bargains in the hustle and bustle of Fethiye's weekly market. Avoid the fuss of finding a space on a hot crowled bus and allow us to pick you up directly from your hotel on a comfortable, air conditioned coach. After you have finished your shopping in the market we will visit the hillside Ghost Town of Kayakoy for a delicious bbq lunch. Plenty of time to swim and relax by the pool or go for a walk through the ruins of this deserted Greek settlement.

Rhodes

The Greek island of Rhodes is a short hydrofoil trip from Fethiye. Once there you are free to enjoy a day of shopping, exploring or simply strolling around the Old Town. We will return to Turkey by early evening.

Blue Cruise

A unique chance to experience cruising on a tradionational Turkish gulet. Just relax completely while the beauty of the Turqoise Coast slips by. Spend your days reading, swimming , exploring the islands or trying out the watersports, the choice is yours while the crew attends to your every need. The boat anchors in peaceful bays overnight while you enjoy a restful night in your own cabin.

Turkish Bath

You can not visit Turkey without experiencing a Turkish Bath. The heat followed by an exfoliating scrub and soap massage, will leave your skin feeling cleaner and softer than ever before – and you feeling relaxed and chilled out.

Aqua Parks

There are 2 aquaparks in fethiye region , one is in Çalış Beach and in Ovacık. Families travel from everywhere to spend a day in Ovacık Aquapark . The aqua parks open from about May onwards for the summer season.

Quad Bikes

Sky Quad Bikes- are run by a professional team who decided to offer something different to do in Fethiye & take pride introducing you to a fun day out. So why not take the opportunity and live life in the open air of the Kayaköy Village and in harmony with nature … they will find you the best route up into the mountains, stop for a quick drink in a typical harbour and return by breathtaking views to the coast.

Fishing

You can rent a fishing boat with or without captain for a day and go for the mackerel, crane or many others. The big fish hunting season is any day between july andl november around Fethiye.

Dont forget to bring your drinks with you on board, and the good thing is all the fish you catch is for you to take home or you can have it bbq in the fish market.

Micro Light

The Microlight is the lightest and most durable sport flying machine. The microlight, with a number of fuel stops can circum navigate the world. It can fly across the Atlantic Ocean without stopping.

With its uniquely curved pylon there is ample headroom and spacious seating with full back support.Your very experienced pilot will prepare you for an unforgettable experience. Our earphone and intercom system allows constant communication between passenger and pilot while seeing the most incredible views. Discover such beauty as Butterfly Valley, the Blue Lagon and Olu Deniz from the air.

You will be delighted and amazed by this wonderful flight. Don't hesitate let yourself get carried away.

Rock Climbing

Only opened by us this year, there are 3 rock climbing routes in Ölüdeniz now. All the routes are located front of Tokgöz Market in Ölüdeniz.

The routes are as follow;

1)Shared Odak 17 meters high , level 6-

2) Balcony Pleasure 1.Stage: 15 meters high, level 5, 2.Stage 2 meters high, level 7&7-

3) Road Side 11 Meters High, level 7+

River Rafting

An exhilarating day packed with adventure and adrenaline. Enjoy Grade 3+ rapids, as well as your safari up the mountain, giving you a taster of traditional village life and the magnificent scenery of this special area. A full day trip with 3-4 hours on the river, plus a barbecue meal by the riverside after the rafting.

This trip runs daily from April to October.