Dalyan and Iztusu beach
The tiny town of Dalyan in the province of Mugla is set in the centre of a broad delta whose natural beauty is completely unspoilt. This is one of the surviving corners of paradise, an area of outstanding natural beauty and historic interest.Dalyan is situated on a river, surrounded by lush green fields breaking into spectacular mountain ranges. | |
| The area around Dalyan has some of the widest variety of wildlife to be found in Turkey, including some species of birds not found elsewhere in the world.boats do many different special trips every day. From river and lake trips around Dalyan and to the mud baths and the open sea. |
| The river is lined with superb restaurants and bars. On the opposite side of the river is the ancient city of Caunos that is debatably the second greatest archaeological site in Turkey.A short tranquil boat ride away from Dalyan harbour is a four kilometer long beach that is home to the rare Caretta Caretta turtles. | |
| Iztuzu (also known as "Turtle Beach") which is approximately 5km long lies at the mouth of a the river Dalyan delta. The pictures above,left and below are of the far end of the beach reached by driving through Dalyan town.Thisend of the beach is far quiter than the tourist end and benefits from facilities including sun loungers, cafe, first aid hut, changing huts toilets and a dolmus bus service to and from Dalyan. |
Directions from the Villa. Back into Dalaman and right at the roundabout. Follow road to roundabout and turn left towards Mugla. 5 miles on turn left to Ortaca and follow directions for Dalyan. Once in Dalyan drive through the town and follow the signs for Iztusu beach. | |