ACTIVITIES
Ölüdeniz is located 17 km away from Fethiye, which is famous for its magnificent bays as well as its history. When you climb up the road from Fethiye and leave Hisarönü behind, which is a vibrant and entertaining place packed with shops, bars and restaurants, Ölüdeniz, a paradise in a turquoise shawl, welcomes you with all of her beauty together with her hotels situated amid greenery. Ölüdeniz, reminding one of a heaven on earth with lush pine trees surrounding her calm sea, is now an international tourism centre with her fame outflowing abroad. Bars and restaurants embroidered along the Belceğiz Beach secure Ölüdeniz to be a breathing and lively entertainment centre at nights as well.
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Ölüdeniz is one of the best places in Europe for paragliding; hence in the last ten years it has become an extremely popular sport. Paragliders from all over the world experience some of the best flights in their life time from the take-offs on Babadag Mountain which is 1975 metres high. The bird’s eye views are incredible with the breathtaking turquoise blue waters, the amazing white sandy beaches and the beautiful Taurus mountains as they meet the crystal clear Mediterranean sea.
The variety and frequency of thermal activity over Babadağ adds extra flight time for paragliding in Ölüdeniz, which is one of the many reasons honouring Ölüdeniz as a paragliding centre in the globe.With its four take-off runways and its location with respect to Fethiye, Ölüdeniz and the Eşen Valley, Babadağ has become an alternative tourism centre, gathering the attention of tourists from all around the world. |
There is no other mountain in the world that is more suitable for paragliding and closer to sea than Babadağ.Babadağ's unique features are a wind flow pattern that allows paragliders to rise to much higher elevations over the sea following takeoff, the richness of the vegetation below, the sublime beauty of Ölüdeniz and a gentle slope descending to the sea coast.
Interest in paragliding, being performed by several travel agencies from the top of 1975 meters high Mount Babadağ in Fethiye, has been increasing day by day all over the world. Because of its rich and spread thermal points, characteristic of flying ascending after jumping, vegetation diversity in the environs, beautiful scenery of Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon), slight slope to the sea and many more reasons like these, Babadağ is a paragliding centre unrivalled in the region.This corner of the Mediterranean, extending into the clear warm waters of the Southern Aegean Sea, provides excellent paragliding conditions from April until November.
Paragliders from all nations come to Ölüdeniz for some of their best flights of life time- with turquoise blue waters, white stretches of beaches, several take off points at different heights and locations makes Ölüdeniz the ideal place for both novice and experienced pilots. It is not surprising therefore that Ölüdeniz has become a place of pilgrimage for paragliding enthusiasts from all over the world.For those who would just like to fly and feel the thrill of the adventure – there are numerous professional tandem flight companies with Sportive Activity Trading Certificate for Tourism Purposes granted by the Ministry of Tourism which take your for a “once in a lifetime experience” from the summits of Babadag and after soaring like a bird above the incredible views of Ölüdeniz Beach & Lagoon, safely land you on the beach. |
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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 in our district, selected for experienced divers, there are shallow rock pools, impressive caves, walls and tunnels for all levels of experience. Diving Centres in the region operating under Sportive Activity Trading Certificate for Tourism Purposes granted by the Ministry of Tourism 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. |
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Trekking is highly preferred by those who seek for a momentary relief from tiring metropolitan life, desire to a day in nature and share natural beauties with team-mates. The aim is to ensure one-day adaptation with natural life, which you long for in the city. And in such a region, which is a blend of ancient civilizations, natural beauties and a rich culture of hospitable people, a trekking adventure becomes one of the indispensable offers that the region presents. 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. |
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Mediterranean region of Turkey is a true eye opener – gorgeous scenery, interesting natural attractions and friendly locals….and the best way to see all this region has to offer is by joining a jeep safari. The jeep safari is a well-known attraction in Turkey and on any given day there can be between one and twenty jeeps per jeep safari company. Our district a jeep safari excursion means ‘it’s now time to get dirty whilst having lots of fun!’ Visit the Rock Tombs of Tlos, enjoy the moment at Yakapark, on the Saklıkent the gorge, the ancient site of Xanthos and the long sandy beach of Patara. Drive or be driven, fun on wheels is guaranteed. |
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Daily rides around the local countryside or Kaya Village. Horses and ponies are for all standards. You may wish to take advantage of various services offered by local authorities and various civilian organisations to have an enjoyable holiday in Fethiye. A ride at the back of a horse following a route from Taurus Mountains down to the Mediterranean Sea stands out as an opportunity not to miss.
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| MOTOCROSS |
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With joint ventures of Ölüdeniz Municipality and Turkish Motorcycle Federation, Ölüdeniz area has become a prominent spot in Turkey where professional motocross and enduro races are held. The Ölüdeniz Race Arena constructed near Kayaköy hosted several breath-taking events where national and international racers competed. Mayor of Ölüdeniz Keramettin Yılmaz announced that several legs of Turkish Enduro and Motocross championships will be held in Ölüdeniz, making the spectators hold their breaths as the motorcycles fly over the ramps at the races organized by the contributions of the Ölüdeniz Municipality. |