Full-Day Fethiye to Dalyan: Turtle Beach, Mud Baths & Boat Cruise
Spend a full day from Fethiye cruising the Dalyan channel to Iztuzu (Turtle) Beach, soaking in sulfur mud baths, visiting ancient rock tombs, and watching Caretta caretta in their natural habitat. This guided boat tour includes hotel transfer, lunch, and entrance fees.
The Experience
Before You Go
Book early for nesting season
Iztuzu has limited access during turtle nesting (May–August); reserve in advance if you’re traveling then.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The beach is a protected nesting area—use reef-safe SPF to protect marine life and your skin.
Water shoes for shore access
Sandy stretches are long but can have pebbly or shell-strewn approaches; water shoes make swimming and walking easier.
Protect electronics from spray
Boat rides and sea spray are constant—use a dry bag or waterproof case for cameras and phones.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Kaunos rock tombs viewpoint above the river — quieter late afternoon for photos
- •Sultaniye thermal pools’ small fishing hamlet where locals sell smoked fish and ayran
Wildlife
- •Loggerhead sea turtle (Caretta caretta)
- •Kingfisher and other river birds
Conservation Note
Iztuzu is a protected nesting beach with seasonal restrictions and volunteer patrols to minimize disturbance; visitors are asked to follow marked paths and avoid lights at night during nesting season.
The Dalyan channel once served the ancient city of Kaunos; rock-cut tombs date to Lycian and Hellenistic periods and mark the area as an old maritime gateway.
What to Bring
SwimwearEssential
Wear under quick-dry layers for easy transitions between boat, beach, and mud baths.
Water shoesEssential
Protect feet on pebbly shores, in shallow surf, and in mud-bath areas.
Reef-safe sunscreenEssential
Protects skin and reduces impact on marine life at nesting beaches.
Dry bag / waterproof phone caseEssential
Keeps electronics and documents safe from spray and while swimming.
Common Questions
Will I see Caretta caretta turtles?
Turtles are commonly seen from boats or while snorkeling at Iztuzu, but sightings aren’t guaranteed; nesting and hatchling activity peak May–August.
Are the mud baths safe and hygienic?
Sultaniye’s mud pools are a managed attraction; follow guide instructions, rinse thoroughly afterward, and avoid if you have open wounds or silver jewelry (it can tarnish).
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — the tour includes round-trip hotel transfer from Fethiye; confirm your pickup point and time when booking.
Can children join the tour?
Yes; the tour is family-friendly but infants must sit on an adult’s lap on transfer buses and boats. Check specific age limits with the operator for safety guidelines.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
8–9 hours
Location
Dalyan, Muğla Province
Difficulty
easy
Fitness Level
Light mobility and ability to board small boats; minimal walking on sand and short steps into mud pools.
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