Tufan Properties Fethiye Turkey, ACTIVITIES IN FETHÄ°YE

PARAGLIDING

For those with a sense of adventure, the Ölüdeniz area is renowned for paragliding from the top of Babadag Mountain down onto Belcekız Beach. Flying in tandem with highly qualified pilots, passengers are briefed and issued with protective clothing, and comprehensive insurance is included, so you can be sure safety is the top priority. The flight from Babadağ (1975 mt.) to Belcekız Beach takes 30—40 minutes whilst enjoying the fantastic views of Ölüdeniz and the surrounding areas.

WATER SPORTS
Enjoyable water sports activities including windsurfing, kitesurfing, waterskiing, parasailing, ringos and banana boating, all of these activities can be enjoyed at Ölüdeniz and Çalış Beaches

DIVING

The life in the sea has a rich variation of fish, octopus, eels and dolphins. Lots of fauna plants and coral are waiting for underwater photographer’s to show their marvellous colours. There are approximately 20 diving points, selected for experienced divers, there are shallow rock pools, impressive caves, walls and tunnels for all levels of experience. Diving Centres in the region arrange daily and nightly diving tours throughout the year, both for beginners and skilled divers, as well as extensive courses on the basis of PADI, CMAS and BSAC. You can have a very nice day with all your family including non-divers.

SKIING IN FETHIYE

Parts of the Fethiye region are at an altitude of between 1500 and 3000 metres and is very close to the Taurus mountain range. The most significant of these nearby mountains is The Eren Mountain which is about 100 kilometers from Fethiye.

However, between December and April the road gets covered with snow at a height of 1500 metres, preventing further progress by vehicle. You will have to leave your car, camp out and gather the energy for a difficult walk up. If you have the suitable equipment for winter sports, begin for a four hour long walk before the dawn to the top of Eren Mountain (2677metres). The scenery from the top is breathtaking. On the north side you can see the bowl-like Girdev Lake which is surrounded with snow, the Antalya Mountains and the Seki plane lying beneath you to the southwest.The use of a guide is highly recommended.

The Muğla governor has started a project to promote ski-ing, including the building of a cafeteria and a ski lift in the area.

Eren Mountain is a very suitable region for the tour or cross-country skiing (Nordicskii). The Turkish Mountaineering Federation includes it on their annual program.

There is a six kilometer trail between the area you camp and the peak.

HORSE RIDING

Daily rides with mounts for experienced and nonexperienced riders are avaliable around the local countryside and in Kaya Village. There are also horse riding courses and horse riding in Fethiye.

JEEP SAFARI

From the moment you are collected from your hotel/apartment/home the fun starts. You ride in a 4 x 4 jeep and have an enjoyable trip towards the back gardens of Fethiye. The Jeep Safaris are organized daily to different regions by travel agencies where you can participate as a driver or a passenger and experience an adventurous journey on all sorts of roads ranging from wide streets to small dusty tracks. You will discover the hidden valley, cross rivers and enjoy the sandy beach of Patara on this journey.

RAFTING Take to the waters of the Dalaman River and shout with excitement one minute while negotiating the rapids, catching your breath the next as you float calmly through the canyons lining the Taurus Mountain river. Travel agencies organise one-day or two-day rafting trips. All guides are experienced professionals trained in first aid and river rescue. All kit - life jackets, rafts and paddles - are provided along with insurance

TURKISH BATH Enjoy your time in traditional style Turkish Baths (Hamam). Here your skin will be scrubbed until it gleams, and the stresses and strains of everyday life will be massaged from your joints and muscles. Massages and saunas are also available on request.

LYCIAN ROAD ( TREKKING ROUTE )

The Lycian Road is a 509 km marked footpath around the coast of Lycia in southern Turkey, from Fethiye to Antalya.The Lycian Road is described in historical documents as a transportation system of paths connecting the 45 known city-states of the ancient Lycia. The rich flora and fauna of the Taurus Mountains and the bewitching panorama of the pine forests joining the sea ornament the ruins of antique settlements on your route. During your trekking, the cordial and hospitable population of the mountain villages and interesting cultural values make you forget your fatigue and acquaint you with the beauty of a different life-style. The route is graded medium to hard; it is not level walking, but has many ascents and descents as it approaches and veers away from the sea....