Route18 June 2026· 7 min read
Datça & Bozburun Peninsula Boat Guide
Untouched coves west of Marmaris; Knidos, Selimiye and the Bozburun gulet tradition.
The Datça and Bozburun peninsulas, west of Marmaris, are a true boat-tour treasure with untouched, uncrowded coves. Clean air, almond and olive groves and a calm atmosphere make this a sailors' favorite.
Datça Peninsula
Known for "you come to Datça to breathe oxygen", it hosts the ancient city of Knidos. Old Datça's stone houses and quiet coves are enchanting.
- Knidos: An ancient twin-harbour city with an unmatched sunset.
- Palamutbükü: Famous for its pebble beach and clear sea.
Bozburun Peninsula
The heart of wooden gulet building, a pilgrimage for boat lovers.
- Selimiye: A hidden paradise; a castle-view cove with seafood restaurants.
- Bozukkale (Loryma): Ancient castle ruins and sheltered anchorage.
Discover this calm route: view charter boats and browse gulet options.
