Dalyan Cruise to Iztuzu Beach, Kaunos Rock Tombs and Dalyan Mud Baths from Marmaris
Difficulty
easy
Duration
10–11 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be comfortable boarding small boats and walking on sand and wet decking.
Overview
Spend a sun-soaked day cruising from Marmaris to Iztuzu Beach, glide up the Dalyan River past ancient Lycian rock tombs, and sink into mineral-rich mud baths. This practical, full-day trip mixes swimming, wildlife spotting and cultural history with convenient hotel pickup.
Dalyan Cruise to Iztuzu Beach, Kaunos Rock Tombs and Dalyan Mud Baths from Marmaris
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You step off the minibus into a chorus of gulls and the salty, diesel-sweet air of Marmaris marina; the boat rocks gently, impatient to push into the Aegean. The captain gives a quick nod and the shoreline peels away—olive-streaked hills, white resorts, and then open turquoise daring you to dive in. This full-day cruise threads between coastal headlands, slips into the slow, reedy Dalyan River and pauses at a sliver of sand where loggerhead turtles still come ashore.
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Adventure Tips
Reconfirm pickup 24 hours in advance
Operators require you to call to verify pickup time and location—failure to reconfirm may cancel your booking.
Bring swim gear and a towel
Youll have multiple swim stops; quick-dry swimwear and a towel make transitions faster.
Carry cash for extras
Drinks, additional food and photographer CDs are not always included and often require cash.
Respect turtle nesting zones
During nesting season avoid marked areas of Iztuzu Beach and follow guide instructions to protect Caretta caretta.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta)
- Eurasian heron and local wetland birdlife
History
The Kaunos rock-cut tombs date largely to the mid-4th century BC and reflect Anatolian, Greek and Persian influences from a once-thriving Lycian port city.
Conservation
Iztuzu is a protected nesting beach for Caretta caretta; visitors should obey beach access rules, avoid lights at night, and support local conservation groups when possible.
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Recommended Gear
Swimsuit
For swimming stops at Aquarium Bay and Iztuzu Beach.
summer specific
Quick-dry towel
Dries fast between swims and useful after the mud bath rinse.
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and minimizes harm to marine life during long sun exposure.
summer specific
Small cash pouch
Useful for drinks, extra food or photo purchases on board and at facilities.