Göcek's location was occupied by the city of Callimache in ancient times and is located between Fethiye - Telmessos in ancient times - and Dalyan - Kaunos in ancient times. Legend has it that after his famous attempt to escape from the tower he was trapped in, Icarus ended up in the sea in the Gocek area. Göcek was used as a port for ships loading chrome ore collected from the mines under the nearby mountains during the Ottoman period.
Since Göcek is the starting and destination point of blue Cruises, there is a lot of yacht traffic in the city harbor. With its lonely bay, the port is calm and safe, especially for long-distance travelers from international waters. The bays of Göcek and the 12 islands that are described as a hidden paradise, with clean Mediterranean waters, green pine forests and beaches have made Göcek an indispensable destination for seafarers. High-quality gastronomic offers, daily boat tours, entertainment options by the sea and numerous nearby beaches and bays offer diverse alternatives for local and international tourists who spend their vacation on the way. There are many restaurants, cafes and bars on the promenade.
You can visit the famous Göcek bays that are not accessible by road.
During the charter from Göcek you will visit many bays. Some of these bays can be reached by land, others only by sea.
When you decide to rent a boat in Gocek, you have many alternatives. Göcek Gulet Charter is the most popular option among domestic and foreign tourists. With traditional Turkish gulets you can have a unique vacation experience in the natural wonders of Gocek. Gocek Gulet Charter is an option preferred by those who practice sailing and want to rent an affordable boat. The historical geography will fascinate you with its wonderful bays, the clear sea, the pulsating night life and many other details.
Choose from many route options
As it is close to many tourist resorts, there are many routes that start from Göcek. With a boat rental in Gocek you can have an unforgettable blue cruise vacation on many routes such as the bays of Gocek, Fethiye, Kekova and the Greek islands. You should choose your route by deciding what type of vacation you want. For example, if you want to visit archaeological and historical sites you can choose a charter to Kekova or if you want to enjoy the sea, sun and nature trio in a calm and peaceful setting you can explore the waters of Gocek and Fethiye. If you want to visit the Greek islands, you can visit Rhodes, Symi, Nysiros - South 12 Islands Route. also a short visit to Castellorizio is possible.
Göcek Marina,
- 25 minutes from Dalaman Airport ( DLM )
- 2 hours 20 minutes drive from Bodrum Milas Airport ( BJV )
- 3 hours from Antalya Airport ( AYT )
