Tuzla Lake

Tuzla Lake and its extensive wetlands lie at the end of a deep inlet from the Gulf of Gulluk and Mandalya Bay. The site is unique as it is where the Lake unites with the sea. Embraced by rolling mountains covered with a rich combination of wild shrubs, Olive groves, pine and Tamarisk trees, this is perhaps one of the most beautiful locations in Turkey. Ancient remains can be seen emerging from the still calm of the lake. Tuzla Lake has been a nature reserve under international protection since 1994. A huge variety of birds take sanctuary here in the rich wetlands. Greater Flamingos flock to the area by the thousand and you can also see the largest population of White Storks in the region. Pelicans are also frequent visitors. Among other species you can spot the Heron, Mallard, Water Chicken, Grey and Hungarian Duck and Swallow. Butterflies also breed here and the Two-tailed Pacha is an unforgettable find. For nature lovers and bird watchers alike, Tuzla is paradise.

Guvercinlik

Guvercinlik (8km) is a traditional fishing village with many restaurants and bars, set in the beautiful turquoise waters of the Aegean. The area is a collection of small, sandy coves washed in azure blue waters with stunning views of the neighboring coastline.

Milas

Milas (20km) is situated on a fertile plain at the foot of a mountain on which there are great quarries of the white marble that has been used for the construction or decoration of the city's temples and other buildings since Antiquity. Famous for it's market each Tuesday, woven carpets & rugs and it's many archaeological sites.

Bitez

Bitez (30km) lies in the bay next to Gumbet. The winds here are particularly favourable for windsurfing and several water sports operators are based here. The beach is sandy, with plenty of sunloungers and umbrellas for sunbathing. Away from the beach it is possible to wander through mandarin orange groves where oxen plough and life continues as before. The village itself is a 15 minute walk, or short drive, inland and remains totally unspoiled by tourism. The only Turkish Delight (Lokum) to be made on the peninsula is made here.

Gumbet

Gumbet (30km) is a resort popular for its nightlife and water sports. There are varied range of water sports available at Gumbet. The beach of Gumbet is sandy , long and curvy. On the way to beach you can encounter a great number of restaurants, bars, nightclub, shopping centre and discos at Gumbet. Night life of Gumbet are musical and bubbly. You can get the best food whichever you like Chinese, Indian, Italian, Mexican, Japanese, Thai or Turkish food at these restaurants that are located close to the sea shore.

Gulluk

Gulluk is a authentic fishing town located at the north end of the Bodrum Peninsula. The town of Gulluk is surrounded by hills covered with olive, fig and citrus trees overlooking to Gulluk bay known as being a `fishing paradise` in Turkey. Gulluk is a small resort surrounded by the pine topped hills of the Gulluk Korfezi (Gulf of Mandalya) on the southern Aegean coast of Turkey. Protected by the outlying Dodecanese islands, you`ll understand why they call this part of the Aegean the Turquoise Coast when you see the startling blue colour of the water.

Bodrum

Bustling and cosmopolitan, Bodrum is an upmarket resort and attracts a sophisticated crowd. A mass of white, sugar-cube houses cascade down the hillside to the water’s edge, where the harbour and marina bristle with elegant yachts and wooden gulets.

A glorious hideaway by day that buzzes with excitement by night! Beautifully located in the centre of the scenic Bodrum peninsula, this cosmopolitan resort boasts a spectacular harbour dominated by a 15th century castle and a fantastic range of shops, restaurants and nightlife.

Bodrum in Turkish means ‘subterranean vault’, which is believed to be a reference to the tomb built around 355 BC for King Mausolus (hence the term ‘mausoleum’). It stood 55-metres-tall, and was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, but it was destroyed many years ago by an earthquake. All that remains today are the foundations and a few carved fragments.