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==Datça (Port of entry)==
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Datca Datça] used to be the pleasant harbour of a sleepy provincial town.  In the last few years it has grown into a booming resort with high-rise buildings, bars and discos.Sleeping in the harbor is problematical due to the cacophony of many competing discos and bars. Still it is a fairly convenient port of entry and exit.
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The harbour has experienced similar investment and the area designated for yachts has been extended to the west with an area of decking and new stainless steel mooring rings have been installed all along the quay and is now operated as a [[Datca Marina |marina]]. Datça can now accommodate in the region of 30 – 40 yachts in total. However, it is a very popular port of call and it is wise to arrive early during high season. If the harbour is full, there are good anchorages both south and north of the harbour, depending on wind direction.
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{{Image right|DatcaHarbour.jpg |Datça waterfront  }}
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Yachts anchor moor to the quay as directed by harbour staff. Water and electricity are available on the quay at an additional cost of Turkish lire 10 per day for each.  Typical mooring charge for a 13 metre yacht is Turkish lire 30 per night (July 2010).
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Datca Datça] used to be the pleasant harbour of a sleepy provincial town. In the last few years it has grown into a booming resort with high-rise buildings, bars and discos.Sleeping in the harbor is problematical due to the cacophony of many competing discos and bars. Still it is a fairly convenient port of entry and exit.
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The harbour has experienced similar investment and the area designated for yachts has been extended to the west with an area of decking and new stainless steel mooring rings have been installed all along the quay and is now operated as a [[Datca Marina|marina]]. Datça can now accommodate in the region of 30 – 40 yachts in total. However, it is a very popular port of call and it is wise to arrive early during high season. If the harbour is full, there are good anchorages both south and north of the harbour, depending on wind direction.
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Yachts anchor moor to the quay as directed by harbour staff. Water and electricity are available on the quay and are included in the mooring fee which was Turkish lire 70 for a 13m yacht (July 2014).  
There are several additional anchorages along the south side of the Datça Peninsula between Datça and Cape Krio.
There are several additional anchorages along the south side of the Datça Peninsula between Datça and Cape Krio.
==Charts==
==Charts==
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[[Image:Turkey_Datca_r.jpg|400px|thumb|right|The Region of Datça & Cape Krio<br />''Click for larger view'']]
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; BA
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: 1055 Rhodes Channel and Gökova Körfezi
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; Imray-Tetra
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: G35 Dodecanese and Coast of Turkey
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; NIMA
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: 54400 Samos to Rodhos
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; Turkey
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: 311 Marmaris - Fethiye
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: 3112 E)  Datça Limanı
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; Greek
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: 451 Leros to Rhodos
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==Weather==
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:1055 Rhodes Channel and Gökova Körfezi
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''See [[Turkey#Turkey_Climate_&_Weather|Turkey]]''.
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:G35 Dodecanese and Coast of Turkey
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:54400 Samos to Rodhos
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;Turkey
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:311 Marmaris - Fethiye
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:3112 E)  Datça Limanı
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:451 Leros to Rhodos
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==Radio Nets==
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==Passages==
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''Also see [[HF_Radio|Cruiser's Nets]]''
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* [[Cruising the Carian Coast]]
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* [[N_-_S_Passages_in_East_Aegean#Marmaris_to_G.C3.B6k.C3.A7eada|Marmaris to Gökçeada]]
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==Islands==
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{{Poi |36|39.7|N|27|30.4|E| | type= island |name= Baba Adasi |zoom= 15
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| image= Turkey_Datca_Baba_m.jpg | imagetext= Chart of Baba Adasi
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| text= A pleasant enough anchorage. Anchor in about 7 metres, good holding. It is safe from the ''meltemi''.
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{{Warning}}There are many bees here, and they bite.}}
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==Communication==
* No GSM/GPRS in [[#Cove_East_of_Kalaboshi|Kalaboshi Cove]]
* No GSM/GPRS in [[#Cove_East_of_Kalaboshi|Kalaboshi Cove]]
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==Local Weather==
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''Also see [[World MM Nets|World Cruiser's Nets]]''.
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''See [[Turkey#Turkey_Climate_&_Weather|Turkey]]''.
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==Approach and Navigation==
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==Navigation==
Care needs to be exercised in the approach from west to avoid the islet and reef extending 50 metres off it just east of Kuru Burnu, the last headland you round before heading into the harbour.  On the approach from north or west, the rocky above-water islets of Uzunca Adasi about a mile offshore should be given a wide berth.
Care needs to be exercised in the approach from west to avoid the islet and reef extending 50 metres off it just east of Kuru Burnu, the last headland you round before heading into the harbour.  On the approach from north or west, the rocky above-water islets of Uzunca Adasi about a mile offshore should be given a wide berth.
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<font color="red">Danger:</font> There are fierce gusts of Cape Krio and along the steep slopes to Datça.
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{{Danger}}There are fierce gusts of Cape Krio and along the steep slopes to Datça.
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==Check-in facilities==
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==Entrance==
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[[Image:Turkey_Datca_h.jpg|330px|thumb|right|Chart of Datça Harbor - [http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=36.721667&lon=27.691667&scale=100000&zoom=100&type=0&icon=0&searchscope=dom&CFID=2448100&CFTOKEN=51416738&scriptfile=http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm&latlontype=DMS Chartlet]<br />''Click for larger view'']]
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[[Datça]] is a port of entry/exit to Turkey. Unlike many other harbors the authorities are all in one building overlooking the harbor. So, you may, if your are cost conscious, dispense with the marina agents and do the clearance by yourself.  
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The [[Datca Marina |marina]] staff are in attendance and will direct you where to moor on arrival.  Anchor in 5 – 6 metres and go back to the quay.  The holding is good in mud and sand.  It is also possible to anchor off in either the South or North Bay, where the holding is good in sand.  The South Bay normally offers better protection in the prevailing winds and is just off the main town beach.  The water is clear enough to swim off your boat.
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''See also [[Turkey#Entrance|Turkey]]''.
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<div style="clear: both;">[[Image:DatcaAnchorage.jpg|center|thumb|330px|South anchorage at Datça]]</div>
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==Berthing==
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{{Poi |  lat=36.72167 | lon=27.69167 | type= harbour |name= Datça Harbor |zoom= 16
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| text= The [[Datca Marina|marina]] staff are in attendance and will direct you where to moor on arrival. Anchor in 5 – 6 metres and go back to the quay. The holding is good in mud and sand.
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==Marinas & Yacht Clubs==
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It is also possible to anchor off in either the South or North Bay, where the holding is good in sand.  The South Bay normally offers better protection in the prevailing winds and is just off the main town beach.  The water is clear enough to swim off your boat.  }}
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* [[Datca Marina]]
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==Offshore Islands==
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{{Image center|DatcaAnchorage.jpg |The anchorage at Datça |400px }}
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====Baba Adasi====
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[[Image:Turkey_Datca_Baba_m.jpg|250px|thumb|right|Chart of Baba Adasi<br />''Click for larger view'']]
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A pleasant enough anchorage. Anchor in about 7 metres, good holding. It is safe from the ''meltemi''.
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===Marinas & Yacht Clubs===
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* [[Datca Marina]]
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<font color="red">Warning:</font> There are many bees here, and they bite.
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=====Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)=====
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''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':
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* 1985 --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]] [[Image:Greece_Icon.png]]
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* July 2010 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 13:58, 5 July 2010 (UTC)
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==Anchorages==
==Anchorages==
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====Cove East of Kalaboshi====
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{{Poi |36|40.7|N|27|36.7|E| | type= anchorage| name= Cove East of Kalaboshi | zoom= 15
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| text= A pleasant enough cove about 2 nM E of Kalaboshi. Anchor in 7 metres. Good holding. It is safe from the ''meltemi'' but a strong and possibly uncomfortable swell enters the cove.
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A pleasant enough cove about 2 nM E of Kalaboshi. Anchor in 7 metres.  Good holding. It is safe from the ''meltemi'' but a strong and possibly uncomfortable swell enters the cove.
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{{Warning}}There are many bees here, and they bite. }}
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<font color="red">Warning:</font> There are many bees here, and they bite.
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{{Image right| Turkey_Knidos_m.jpg| Chart of the Knidos Anchorage}}
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{{Poi |lat=36.68346|lon=27.37857 | type= anchorage |name= Knidos |zoom= 16
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| text= [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knidos Knidos] or Büyük Liman is a nice anchorage just east of Cape Krio. It is usually crowded but the extensive archaeological site is a "must see" place. This was a place sacred to [http://www.maicar.com/GML/Aphrodite.html Aphrodite], the goddess of love and beauty. Here was the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aphrodite_of_Cnidus statue of Aphrodite] by [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Praxiteles Praxiteles] that was famous throughout the ancient world. It was not been found.
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Anchor on either side of the bay wherever there is space.  The holding is uncertain in some areas because of rocks and weed on the bottom, so be prepared to make several attempts.  Make sure the anchor is well set before opening the Efes since the gusts can be strong even in moderate winds.  Alternatively, go alongside on either side of the restaurant pier, where there is space for around eight yachts (more when rafted up). There is a man there who collects mooring fees (and issues a receipt) and provides access to the water. He may not collect the fee if you eat in the restaurant ashore.  
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====Knidos====
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{{Note}}there is a submerged ancient mole located on both sides of the bay entrance, which can be difficult to identify under certain conditions. There are also a number of concrete blocks scattered on the bottom close to the root of the pier, so care should be taken when approaching or leaving it. It is advisable to leave the pier backwards rather than making a circle.}}
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[[Image:Turkey_Knidos_m.jpg|330px|thumb|right|Chart of the Knidos Anchorage - [http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm?lat=36.683333&lon=27.383333&scale=100000&zoom=100&type=0&icon=0&searchscope=dom&CFID=2448100&CFTOKEN=51416738&scriptfile=http://mapserver.maptech.com/homepage/index.cfm&latlontype=DMS Chartlet]<br />''Click for larger view'']]
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{{Image center|Knidos.jpeg |Knidos dock  |400px }}
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[[image:World_icon.png]] {{Coord|36|41|N|27|23|E|}}<br />
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knidos Knidos] or Büyük Liman is a nice anchorage just east of Cape Krio. It is usually crowded but the extensive archaeological site is a "must see" place. This was a place sacred to [http://www.maicar.com/GML/Aphrodite.html Aphrodite], the goddess of love and beauty. Here was the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aphrodite_of_Cnidus statue of Aphrodite] by [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Praxiteles Praxiteles] that was famous throughout the ancient world. It was not been found.
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Anchor on either side of the bay wherever there is space. The holding is uncertain in some areas because of rocks and weed on the bottom, so be prepared to make several attempts. Make sure the anchor is well set before opening the Efes since the gusts can be strong even in moderate winds. Alternatively, go alongside on either side of the refurbished restaurant pontoon, where there is space for around eight yachts (more when rafted up).  You will be expected to eat in the restaurant ashore if you moor here.  
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{{Image right| Datca_Mersincik.jpg| The Mersinçik Anchorage}}
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{{Poi |36|45.2|N|27|28.8|E| | type= anchorage |name= Mersinçik |zoom= 15
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| text= Mersinçik has two possible anchorages: a narrow cove NW and a larger bay to the S. Both are very attractive and secure but the NW cove is very popular with ''gulets''. Anchor in 8 m, good holding. It is best to take a stern line to a tree. }}
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''Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated'':
 
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* July 2010 --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 11:42, 11 July 2009 (UTC)
 
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<div style="clear: both;">[[Image:Knidos.jpeg|330px|thumb|center|Knidos<br />''Click for larger view'']]</div>
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==Amenities==
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====Mersinçik====
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[[Image:Datca_Mersincik.jpg|330px|thumb|right|The Mersinçik Anchorage<br />''Click for larger view'']]
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Mersinçik has two possible anchorages: a narrow cove NW and a larger bay to the S. Both are very attractive and secure but the NW cove is very popular with ''gulets''. Anchor in 8 m, good holding. It is best to take a stern line to a tree.
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|Water| [[Datca Marina]]: at the docks
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|Electricity| [[Datca Marina]]: at the docks
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|Toilets| {{MagentaText|?}}
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|Showers| {{MagentaText|?}}
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|Laundry| N/A (Not Available)
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|Garbage| There are bins around the harbour
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|Fuel| [[Datca Marina]]:  at the fuel dock
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|Bottled gas| {{MagentaText|?}}
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|Chandlers| None
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|Repairs| N/A
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|Internet| In internet cafés
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|Mobile connectivity| {{MagentaText|?}}
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|Vehicle rentals| In Datça there are everal rental outlets in the town
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==Provisioning==
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{{mark | type= provisions |name= [[Datca Marina]] |text= a good minimarket right opposite the yacht berths.}}
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==Tourism and Things to do Ashore==
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{{mark | type= provisions |name= Migros  |text= upermarkets on the eastern outskirts.}}
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|[[Image:EskiDatca.jpg|250px]]<br /><small>Busy main square in Eski Datça<br />''Click for larger view''</small>
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|[[Image:EskiDatcaStreet.jpg|250px]]<br /><small>Street scene in Eski Datça<br />''Click for larger view''</small>
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|[[Image:Knidos2.jpg|250px]]<br /><small>The Antiquities in Knidos<br />''Click for larger view''</small>
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The walk west from the harbour along the town beach and past an inland freshwater lagoon out to Kuru Burnu is pleasant.  A visit to the old village of Eski Datça (dolmus departures every hour from the main square) is a must.  The village has been sympathetically restored and is a delightful spot to stroll around, with several cafes offering lunch.
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If not visiting by yacht, it is also possible to take a trip to the site of ancient Knidos 15 miles to the west. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knidos Knidos] was a very important harbor in the antiquity and home of the famous statue by Praxiteles, the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aphrodite_of_Knidos Aphrodite of Knidos].
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{{mark | type= provisions |name= Tansas  |text= upermarkets on the eastern outskirts.}}
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{{mark | type= provisions |name= Other stores |text= in the town.}}
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Good minimarket right opposite the yacht berths in Datça.  Other stores in the town. Larger ''Migros'' and ''Tansas'' supermarkets on the eastern outskirts.
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===Eateries===
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* In the town of Datça  
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* The ''Papatya'' Restaurant, 50 metres up the hill from the western end of the yacht moorings, is excellent and has the best view of the south anchorage.--[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 11:11, 9 August 2011 (BST)
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: {{mark |name= restaurants | type= eatingout  |text=there are many restaurants; some very reasonably priced specializing in ''pide'' (a Turkish pizza) to the right of the main road leading inland.}}
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: {{mark |name= ''Papatya'' | type= eatingout  |text=is excellent and has the best view of the south anchorage.--[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 11:11, 9 August 2011 (BST).}}
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: {{mark |name= restaurants | type= eatingout  |text=there are several overpriced restaurants.}}
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====Internet/WiFi====
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==Transportation==
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Regular dolmuş to Eski Datça.  Enquire at the tourist office in the main square for details of other routes.
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{{Image right| DatcaFishing.jpg| Fishing boats in Datca harbour|250px}}
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{{Image right| EskiDatca.jpg| Busy main square in Eski Datça|250px}}
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{{Image right| EskiDatcaStreet.jpg| Street scene in Eski Datça|250px}}
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====Places to Visit====
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Several rental outlets in the town of Datça.
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The walk west from the harbour along the town beach and past an inland freshwater lagoon out to Kuru Burnu is pleasant. A visit to the old village of Eski Datça (dolmus departures every hour from the main square) is a must.  The village has been sympathetically restored and is a delightful spot to stroll around, with several cafes offering lunch.
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Regular dolmuş to Eski Datça.  Enquire at the tourist office in the main square for details of other routes.
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==Routes/Passages To/From==
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If not visiting by yacht, it is also possible to take a trip to the site of ancient Knidos 15 miles to the west. [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knidos Knidos] was a very important harbor in the antiquity and home of the famous statue by Praxiteles, the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aphrodite_of_Knidos Aphrodite of Knidos].  
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==Cruiser's Friends==
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==Friends==
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
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==Forum Discussions==
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==Forums==
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)
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List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (''see link for requirements'')
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==Links==
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Datca Datça] (Wikipedia)
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* {{Wikivoyage|Datça}}
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aphrodite_of_Knidos Aphrodite of Knidos]
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* {{wikipedia|Knidos|Knidos}}
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* {{wikipedia|Aphrodite_of_Knidos|Aphrodite of Knidos}}
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==References & Publications==
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==References==
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''See [[Turkey#References_&_Publications|Turkey]]''.
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==Personal Notes==
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{{Comments}}
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Datça is not a place to go for peace and quiet (you may well need earplugs to get a good night’s sleep in the harbour), but it is an attractive place to visit and a good stopping-off point along the south side of the Datça Peninsula --[[User:Atheneoflymington|Athene of Lymington]] 13:58, 5 July 2010 (UTC) 
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* 1985 ([[#Knidos|Knidos]], [[#Baba Adasi|Baba Adasi]]) {{Istioploos2}}
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* August 2002 ([[#Datça Harbor|Datça Harbor]], [[#Cove East of Kalaboshi|Cove East of Kalaboshi]]) --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]]; It was extremely noisy at night.
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* August 2004 ([[#Mersinçik|Mersinçik]]) --[[User:Istioploos|Istioploos]]
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Datca
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The Region of Datça & Cape Krio
Datça waterfront

Datça used to be the pleasant harbour of a sleepy provincial town. In the last few years it has grown into a booming resort with high-rise buildings, bars and discos.Sleeping in the harbor is problematical due to the cacophony of many competing discos and bars. Still it is a fairly convenient port of entry and exit.

The harbour has experienced similar investment and the area designated for yachts has been extended to the west with an area of decking and new stainless steel mooring rings have been installed all along the quay and is now operated as a marina. Datça can now accommodate in the region of 30 – 40 yachts in total. However, it is a very popular port of call and it is wise to arrive early during high season. If the harbour is full, there are good anchorages both south and north of the harbour, depending on wind direction.

Yachts anchor moor to the quay as directed by harbour staff. Water and electricity are available on the quay and are included in the mooring fee which was Turkish lire 70 for a 13m yacht (July 2014).

There are several additional anchorages along the south side of the Datça Peninsula between Datça and Cape Krio.

Charts

BA
1055 Rhodes Channel and Gökova Körfezi
Imray-Tetra
G35 Dodecanese and Coast of Turkey
NIMA
54400 Samos to Rodhos
Turkey
311 Marmaris - Fethiye
3112 E) Datça Limanı
Greek
451 Leros to Rhodos

Weather

See Turkey.

Passages

Islands

Chart of Baba Adasi

Baba Adasi

Baba Adasi/wiki/Datca#Baba_Adasi
Island icon Baba Adasi [[Datca#Baba Adasi|Baba Adasi]] 36°39.7′N, 27°30.4′E

A pleasant enough anchorage. Anchor in about 7 metres, good holding. It is safe from the meltemi.

Warning: There are many bees here, and they bite.

Communication

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.

Navigation

Care needs to be exercised in the approach from west to avoid the islet and reef extending 50 metres off it just east of Kuru Burnu, the last headland you round before heading into the harbour. On the approach from north or west, the rocky above-water islets of Uzunca Adasi about a mile offshore should be given a wide berth.

Danger: There are fierce gusts of Cape Krio and along the steep slopes to Datça.

Entrance

Datça is a port of entry/exit to Turkey. Unlike many other harbors the authorities are all in one building overlooking the harbor. So, you may, if your are cost conscious, dispense with the marina agents and do the clearance by yourself.

See also Turkey.

Berthing

Chart of Datça Harbor

Datça Harbor

Datça Harbor/wiki/Datca#Dat.C3.A7a_Harbor
Harbour icon Datça Harbor [[Datca#Datça Harbor|Datça Harbor]] 36°43.300'N, 027°41.500'E
Port of Entry

The marina staff are in attendance and will direct you where to moor on arrival. Anchor in 5 – 6 metres and go back to the quay. The holding is good in mud and sand.

It is also possible to anchor off in either the South or North Bay, where the holding is good in sand. The South Bay normally offers better protection in the prevailing winds and is just off the main town beach. The water is clear enough to swim off your boat.
The anchorage at Datça

Marinas & Yacht Clubs

Anchorages

Cove East of Kalaboshi

Cove East of Kalaboshi/wiki/Datca#Cove_East_of_Kalaboshi
Anchorage icon Cove East of Kalaboshi [[Datca#Cove East of Kalaboshi|Cove East of Kalaboshi]] 36°40.7′N, 27°36.7′E

A pleasant enough cove about 2 nM E of Kalaboshi. Anchor in 7 metres. Good holding. It is safe from the meltemi but a strong and possibly uncomfortable swell enters the cove.

Warning: There are many bees here, and they bite.
Chart of the Knidos Anchorage

Knidos

Knidos/wiki/Datca#Knidos
Anchorage icon Knidos [[Datca#Knidos|Knidos]] 36°41.008'N, 027°22.714'E

Knidos or Büyük Liman is a nice anchorage just east of Cape Krio. It is usually crowded but the extensive archaeological site is a "must see" place. This was a place sacred to Aphrodite, the goddess of love and beauty. Here was the statue of Aphrodite by Praxiteles that was famous throughout the ancient world. It was not been found.

Anchor on either side of the bay wherever there is space. The holding is uncertain in some areas because of rocks and weed on the bottom, so be prepared to make several attempts. Make sure the anchor is well set before opening the Efes since the gusts can be strong even in moderate winds. Alternatively, go alongside on either side of the restaurant pier, where there is space for around eight yachts (more when rafted up). There is a man there who collects mooring fees (and issues a receipt) and provides access to the water. He may not collect the fee if you eat in the restaurant ashore.

Note: there is a submerged ancient mole located on both sides of the bay entrance, which can be difficult to identify under certain conditions. There are also a number of concrete blocks scattered on the bottom close to the root of the pier, so care should be taken when approaching or leaving it. It is advisable to leave the pier backwards rather than making a circle.
Knidos dock
The Mersinçik Anchorage

Mersinçik

Mersinçik/wiki/Datca#Mersin.C3.A7ik
Anchorage icon Mersinçik [[Datca#Mersinçik|Mersinçik]] 36°45.2′N, 27°28.8′E
Mersinçik has two possible anchorages: a narrow cove NW and a larger bay to the S. Both are very attractive and secure but the NW cove is very popular with gulets. Anchor in 8 m, good holding. It is best to take a stern line to a tree.


Amenities

Facilities
Water Datca Marina: at the docks
Electricity Datca Marina: at the docks
Toilets ?
Showers ?
Laundry N/A (Not Available)
Garbage There are bins around the harbour
Supplies
Fuel Datca Marina: at the fuel dock
Bottled gas ?
Chandlers None
Services
Repairs N/A
Internet In internet cafés
Mobile connectivity ?
Vehicle rentals In Datça there are everal rental outlets in the town

Provisioning

Datca Marina/wiki/Datca#.5B.5BDatca_Marina.5D.5DProvisions icon Datca Marina [[Datca#Datca Marina|Datca Marina]] a good minimarket right opposite the yacht berths.

Migros/wiki/Datca#MigrosProvisions icon Migros [[Datca#Migros|Migros]] upermarkets on the eastern outskirts.

Tansas/wiki/Datca#TansasProvisions icon Tansas [[Datca#Tansas|Tansas]] upermarkets on the eastern outskirts.

Other stores/wiki/Datca#Other_storesProvisions icon Other stores [[Datca#Other stores|Other stores]] in the town.

Eating out

  • In the town of Datça
restaurants/wiki/Datca#restaurantsEatingout icon restaurants [[Datca#restaurants|restaurants]] there are many restaurants; some very reasonably priced specializing in pide (a Turkish pizza) to the right of the main road leading inland.
  • 50 metres up the hill from the western end of the yacht moorings
Papatya/wiki/Datca#.27.27Papatya.27.27Eatingout icon Papatya [[Datca#Papatya|Papatya]] is excellent and has the best view of the south anchorage.--Athene of Lymington 11:11, 9 August 2011 (BST).
restaurants/wiki/Datca#restaurantsEatingout icon restaurants [[Datca#restaurants|restaurants]] there are several overpriced restaurants.

Transportation

Regular dolmuş to Eski Datça. Enquire at the tourist office in the main square for details of other routes.

Tourism

Fishing boats in Datca harbour
Busy main square in Eski Datça
Street scene in Eski Datça

Places to Visit

The walk west from the harbour along the town beach and past an inland freshwater lagoon out to Kuru Burnu is pleasant. A visit to the old village of Eski Datça (dolmus departures every hour from the main square) is a must. The village has been sympathetically restored and is a delightful spot to stroll around, with several cafes offering lunch.

If not visiting by yacht, it is also possible to take a trip to the site of ancient Knidos 15 miles to the west. Knidos was a very important harbor in the antiquity and home of the famous statue by Praxiteles, the Aphrodite of Knidos.

Friends

Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.

Forums

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

Links

References

See Turkey.

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The Antiquities in Knidos
Trireme harbour of ancient Knidos


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