Blue Flag Beaches in Turkey to visit on Yacht Vacation

When planning a sea vacation, we look for the cleanest beaches, pristine coves, eco-friendly marinas, life safety etc. and this list could go on and on. Well, how we know which marinas and beaches are the cleanest and the safest ones. The answer is easy BLUE FLAG.Here, we choose for you 7 our favorite blue flag beaches and marinas in Turkey you can visit on your blue cruise holiday.

There is 519 Blue Flag beaches in Turkey

What is the meaning of Blue Flag?

Blue flag is an international environmental award given to beaches, boats, and marina´s by the non-governmental organization FEE (Foundation for Environmental Education).

To be awarded the Blue Flag, beaches and marinas must meet high standards in criteria such as swimming water quality, environmental education, environmental management, and life safety. Beaches must meet 33 criteria and marinas must meet 25 criteria.

Whenever you see blue flag, be sure you are on a special place. Simply saying blue flag is biggest worldwide eco label that confirms the cleanliness and safety of beaches, marinas, and boats.

Tukey is the 3rd country in the world with 551 Blue Flag

49 countries have participated Blue Flag program in 2021. 4820 Beaches, Marinas, and Boats currently have got Blue Flag award and these numbers increase every year.

After Spain and Greece, Tukey ranks the third country in the world with the 519 beaches, 22 marinas, and 10 boats. So, 551 Blue Flag awarded sites are available in Turkey.

All of them have Blue Flag

Turkey is surrounded by seas on 3 sides, is famous with its hundreds of paradise coves and beaches. Every year millions of tourists visit Turkey for its nature paradise regions and ideal climate.

Learn a bit more about Turkish Riviera and discover the stunningly beautiful blue flag beaches and marinas in Turkey.

Kaputas Bay Kas

1 Kas – Kaputas Beach

Kaputaş beach is on the coastal road between Kaş and Kalkan districts of Antalya.  It fascinates visitors with golden sands and turquoise sea. Kaputaş Beach is a natural formation that emerged with the splitting of the mountains. The reason why the sea is cool and bright turquoise is that the spring water flowing from the mountains joins the sea underground.

We recommend you visit this canyon beach, which is a first-degree protected site, on your Blue Cruise Holiday.

2 Marmaris – Turunc Bay

Turunc bay is a picturesque cove, is on the south coast of Marmaris, among the pine forests and mountains. It has not only a clear sea with all shades of blue, also a rich nature and ecosystem with a variety of plants and fruits. The name of village`s comes from the famous bergamot gardens.

While getting relax, the thyme, laurel, and sage grown around, take all your tiredness away with their aromatic scent.

Turunc bay is also a very popular stop for yachts and blue cruises. You can anchor your boat in this bay and spend the night in the charming atmosphere of this small fishing town. Take a walk around the village and soaking up the Aegean vibes.

D Maris Bay Hisaronu

3 Hisaronu – D Maris Bay

D Maris Bay is in Datça Peninsula, where pine forests and light-turquoise waters meet the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean.
From volcanic mountains to small islands it`s a paradise for yacht lovers and thanks to its ideal climate and dramatic landforms make it a popular spot.

D Maris Bay has 5 different blue flag beaches in hidden coves, each more impressive than the other. Anchor your yacht nearby and enjoy one of the white sandy beaches.

Or you may choose one of the sophisticated restaurants of the hotel, such as world-renowned Nusr-Et restaurant, for an unusual gastronomic journey onshore.

4 Dalyan – Iztuzu Beach

Iztuzu beach, is a naturel barrier between the freshwater delta of Dalyan River and Mediterranean Sea is one of the rare beaches in the world. Another feature that makes it unique is the breeding area of endangered Caretta Caretta.

Caretta Carettas only lay eggs on clean and natural beaches. So be ready!! when you dive into these clean waters, a Caretta Caretta can meet you.

Iztuzu beach was voted most beautiful beach in the world in 1995 and in 2008 it was said to be the ‘Best Open Space in Europe’. This blue flag beache is certainly an idyllic location, with its lush green nature and golden yellow fine sand.

Kovanlik Nature Park

5 Datça – Kovanlık Nature Park

Kovanlık Nature Park is located in 30 km from the Datça city center, has one of the longest coastlines of Datça. Surrounded by lush pine forests, this peninsula looks like a painting with its blue flag beaches and deep blue sea.

It is known that the region is the richest in Turkey and the second region in the world with the value of Oxygen. To spend a calm day, you can anchor in this cove with your boat. Enjoy the clean waters and find serenity in the silence of the lush nature.

Butterfly Valley Fethiye

6 Fethiye – Butterfly Valley (Kelebekler Vadisi)

Butterfly Valley is in Fethiye, as the name suggests, is home to many species of butterflies. There is no car access to the Valley, because of reaching 350 meters vertical cliffs surrounding it. As a result, there is only accessible way by boat, or extreme hike down cliffs which is not highly recommended  

Butterfly Valley is at the foot of Babadağ, where the World Heritage Trust has declared as one of the 100 Mountains to be protected. Endemic plant species and home to 80 different butterflies what makes this stunning valley so special. So, it is a bay that you should add to your blue cruise route from Fethiye.

D-Marin Gocek Marina

7 Gocek – D Marin Marina

D-Marin Göcek is one of the safest and naturally sheltered marinas in Turkey, surrounded by numerous islandsn and attracting yacht lovers from all over the world. Its natural heritage is largely preserved because of the area under special protection.

The blue flag marina is only a five-minute walk from Göcek center. It is a lively seaside town, with pleasant restaurants, bars, shops, and a bazaar. You may start or end your yacht holiday from D Marin Gocek due to its perfect location, just the 25 minutes driving distance from Dalaman International Airport.

You can add all the beaches mentioned above to your yacht charter route. To plan your yacht holiday and add these stunning bays to your route, visit royalguletyachting.com and contact us.