Bodrum Boat Tour to Orak Island, German Bay & Rabbit Bay — A Day on the Turquoise Coast
Difficulty
easy
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic swimming ability and getting on/off a small boat.
Overview
Spend a full day cruising Bodrum’s turquoise coast: swim and snorkel around Orak Island, relax in German Bay, and savor a seaside lunch aboard the EZGİ. This easy, 5–6 hour cruise is ideal for travelers who want big views and minimal planning.
Bodrum Boat Tour to Orak Island, German Bay & Rabbit Bay — A Day on the Turquoise Coast
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The boat slips free from Halikarnas harbor as the town’s wake melts into a wide blue. Salt tugs at your hair, and the Aegean opens like a map of color—pale aquamarine in the shallows, deep sapphire beyond the reefs. Onboard the EZGİ, a compact crew readies lunch while passengers swap sunscreen and snorkel stories. The engine purrs, the coastline slides by; in minutes the mainland’s low pine-clad ridges shrink and Orak Island’s clear water calls you to dive.
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Adventure Tips
Arrive Early to Board
Be at Halikarnas harbor by 10:45am—boarding closes promptly and spots fill quickly on peak summer days.
Bring Reef-Safe Sunscreen
The area has sensitive seagrass meadows; use reef-safe SPF to protect marine life while staying sun-safe.
Pack Anti-Nausea Medication
If you’re prone to seasickness, take medication before departure—open Aegean swells can be choppy between bays.
Footwear for Onshore Rocks
Bring water shoes for hopping onto pebbled coves and for scrambling over slippery rocks at small beaches.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Loggerhead sea turtles (Caretta caretta)
- Mediterranean wrasse and small reef fish
History
Bodrum—ancient Halicarnassus—was a key maritime crossroads; these sheltered bays served fishermen and traders for centuries.
Conservation
The area protects Posidonia seagrass beds that are critical fish nursery habitat; avoid anchoring on meadows and carry out all trash.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Swimsuit & Quick-Dry Towel
For swimming, snorkeling, and drying off between stops.
summer specific
Reef-Safe Sunscreen
Protects skin and the Posidonia seagrass that sustains local marine life.
summer specific
Snorkel Mask (Personal or Rental)
A personal mask fits better and makes snorkeling Orak’s clear water more enjoyable.
summer specific
Light Windbreaker or Cover-Up
Useful for cooler breezes on the open water, especially in spring and late afternoon.
spring specific