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Diving:
It is only in recent years that the Turkish Riviera has
become a popular destination for divers from Europe. In tune
with the growth of tourism across the Mediterranean and
Aegean coasts, diving centres have mushroomed in most
holidays resorts making this coastline increasingly
accessible to scuba divers. Dive centres concentrate
primarily on training, and many a holidaymaker has been
seduced by the silent world after an impromptu dive during a
vacation in Bodrum or Marmaris. The. choice of diving
available, however, is quite varied and will appeal to
experienced divers with differing interests.
Red sponge
- Saros, Aegean Sea
Diving conditions are excellent throughout the diving season
-April to November- and clear blue waters with viz. of up to
30 metre is the norm. The underwater landscape is varied
with reefs, walls, drop-offs and caverns. Marine life may
not be as profuse as that found in tropical seas but on most
dives one will encounter a range of species of fish
including groupers, morays, sting rays, and bream. The
observant diver will spot different types of nudibranchs
grazing on marine plants and a variety of other molluscs -
some like the octopi not as tiny but master of camouflage.
The area
is rich with underwater historical artifacts. Coming across
a pile of broken amphora or ancient pottery underwater is
always an exhilarating experience -a close encounter with
the history of these shores.
Sea Kayaking in Turkey
The exciting alternative to explore the famous Kekova
region. At your own pace, paddle over the Sunken City and
avoid the tourist "rush hour".Now an island, Kekova was once
joined to the mainland but it suffered a series of
earthquakes and these.geological influences rendered it a
city six metres below the sea. The area is off-limits to
swimmers and divers so kayaking is the closest you can get
to the underwater foundations, walls and mosaics dating back
2000 years. We often disembark at the village of Simena,
inaccessible by road and surmounted by a castle with
brilliant panoramic view. We also offer longer tours with
overnight camping or a weeklong tour kayaking based in Göcek
and Kekova. For those with previous experience there is the
option to do freedom rentals. Lunch included.
Trekking in Turkey
Trekking in The Mountains behind Kaş are
some of the most beautiful anywhere in the Taurus. Below the
tree line, & winter snow, are the yayla (highland plateaux.)
Falling away from them; canyons, gorges and passes, down
which in spring the melting snow rushes. Many of these
gorges were important trade routes, some still in use, some
completely forgotten, though all at one time jealousy
guarded. The scenery is dramatic: extensive pine and cedar
forest, outcrops of juniper and plane and varied maquis are
topped by the impressive Ak Mountains; snowcapped unit July,
thereafter turning a light red until the Autumn snow. Until
recently the tracks between villages were for donkeys and
pack animals and these tracks can still now be followed,
describing meandering and varied terrain instead of the
direct vehicle roads which replaced them. Whether your
interests be in the steps of forgotten civilisations, the
geography and nature of a beatiful land or the attraction of
unspoilt village life you will love walking and hiking in
Lycian Turkey.
Jeep Safari in Turkey
Jeep Safari in The Mountains behind Kaş
are some of the most beautiful anywhere in the Taurus. Below
the tree line, & winter snow, are the yayla (highland
plateaux.) Falling away from them; canyons, gorges and
passes, down which in spring the melting snow rushes. Many
of these gorges were important trade routes, some still in
use, some completely forgotten, though all at one time
jealousy guarded. The scenery is dramatic: extensive pine
and cedar forest, outcrops of juniper and plane and varied
maquis are topped by the impressive Ak Mountains; snowcapped
unit July, thereafter turning a light red until the Autumn
snow. Until recently the tracks between villages were for
donkeys and pack animals and these tracks can still now be
followed, describing meandering and varied terrain instead
of the direct vehicle roads which replaced them. Whether
your interests be in the steps of forgotten civilisations,
the geography and nature of a beatiful land or the
attraction of unspoilt village life you will love walking
and hiking in Lycian Turkey.
For information and contact e-mail.info@turkeyephesustour.com
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