Marmaris
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Marmaris (Port of entry)
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 Marmaris old town - Click for larger view
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Charts
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- BA
- 1055 Rhodes Channel and Gökova Körfezi
- 1545 Marmaris Limani & Karaagac Limani
- Imray-Tetra
- G35 Dodecanese and Coast of Turkey
- NIMA
- 54421 Kardeiga to Ilbiz Burnu
- Turkey
- 311 Bodrum Boğazı - Marmaris
- Turkey 3121 Ports in Marmaris
- Greek
- 452 Rhodos to Castelorizo
Radio Nets
- Authorities listen to VHF channel 16
Also see World Cruiser's Nets.
Local Weather
See Turkey.
It is best to approach Marmaris via the channel (Sark Boğazi) between Keçi Adasi to the W and Yildiz or Nimara Adasi to the E, staying in the middle of the channel.
Warning: There can be very strong gusts in Sark Boğazi when there is a strong southerly wind.
Check-in facilities (for Customs and Immigration)
All three marinas also have a Customs man who does check ins/out for a fee of course. Otherwise one reports to the "doctor", passport police and customs in the Ferry Terminal and then to the Harbourmaster in the town - in this order for checking in. For checking out it is in the reverse order but the doctor is omitted. A Transit Log can be bought at the Chamber of Shipping Offices in the Arcade around the corner from the Harbourmaster's office. We have always found it prudent to purchase a new Transit Log when checking in or out if we are staying in Turkey as the Log is only valid fo 1 check in and 1 check out. It is quite a walk from ferry terminal to the Harbour master so great to have it ready for use.
Berthing Options
There are two possibilities in Marmaris harbor: the Netsel Marina, with all the amenities, and the municipal yacht quay.
Also, it is possible, and much more quiet, to anchor off E of the harbor.
In addition to Netsel Marina, there are two more marinas in the area: Marti Marina and Yacht Marina.
Just a few kilometers from Marmaris is the much quieter and very secure Marti Marina in the attractive Hisarönü Bay. One can leave the yacht there and visit Marmaris.
Yacht Marina is located about 5 nM E from Marmaris. Many foreign yachts have wintered there.
Marinas & Yacht Clubs
Anchorages
Ekincik Liman
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Ekinçik Liman is a cove with several anchorages and a restaurant quay with laid moorings. It is the most convenient place to stay for visiting the near by delta of the Köycegiz Çay (river). Up river is the ancient Caunus, the picturesque village of Dalyan, and the green Köycegiz Golü lake.
In the last few years many Turkish and foreign journalists under the influence of Mr. Kurt owner of Sardis Tours (one of the day-trip operators) have staged a partially successful campaign to block development along the beach of the estuary of the Dalyan river which is, along with Zakynthos, one of the main breeding grounds of the threatened sea turtles Caretta caretta.
There are two areas that you can anchor, both which can get crowded. The SW cove is usually the least crowded. If you anchor there you should take a very long line to a tree. The NE cove is the most crowded but it also affords the best protection from the meltemi. Depths are 8-15 m and the bottom is sand with good holding. During the day there is continuous traffic of day-trip boats to the river.
In the E cove, the My Marina restaurant has constructed a very attractive quay with laid moorings, water and electricity and space for up to 20 yachts. Depth on the outer T >3m, along the wall 1.5 - 2.5m. Obviously, if you use the moorings, you are expected to dine in the restaurant. Restaurant is attractive and only a bit expensive. You should have a long line at the bow ready on arrival for the "sailors" (who meet arriving yachts in a RIB) to take through an eye in the mooring line and pass back to you.
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- August 1997 --Istioploos
- June 2007 --Atheneoflymington 18:20, 12 January 2010 (UTC)
- July 2012 --Monterey
 The My Marina quay |
 Ekincik Liman |
Offshore Islands
- Baba Adasi
- Nimara Adasi
Yacht Repairs and Services
Marine Stores
- In town
Repairs/Yards
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Fuel, Water, & Electricity
- Fuel
- There is a fuel dock at the Netsel Marina
- Water
- Water at either the Netsel Marina or the yacht quay
- Electricity
- Electricity at either the Netsel Marina or the yacht quay
Things to do Ashore
Tourism
 Entrance to Dalyan River Click for larger view |
 Lycian tombs, Dalyan River Click for larger view |
 Mud baths, Sultaniye Click for larger view |
 Temple ruins and ancient harbour, Caunus Click for larger view |
From Ekinçik Liman
A visit to the river and Caunus is a must. It seems that as soon as you anchor a day trip boat will come and you can make arrangements for a day excursion. The cost can be steep ($170 in 1997 for a party of 3). You can contact Mr. Abidir Kurt of Sardis Tours on the VHF channel 6 or on his mobil phone +90 532 281 6411.
The river, Köyceğiz Çay, is breathtaking but now there are appreciably fewer birds and other wildlife. They used to be, being scared by the constant traffic and noise of the day trip boats.
Half way to Dalyan is Caunus which was an important Carian city and was a member of the Delian League. Today one can see the remains of the acropolis, theater, several temples, and baths, as well as the many Lycian tombs carved on the slopes.
The town of Dalyan is picturesque but it is overwhelmed with tourists and overpriced restaurants serving indifferent food (however, statue of a sea turtle taking off is impressive and worth a stop).
Although it is not part of the standard tour a visit to lake of Köycegiz Golü is worth taking. The waters of the lake are of a deep green color. It is also worthwhile to visit Sultaniye on the W side of the lake. It is a hot spring spa and totally unspoiled by tourism. Many people go to a building which has a pool where they plunge into the water which reaches 41° C. After they soak in the pool, they plunge again into the cool lake. In Sultaniye there is a wood-burning bakery where one can buy very tasty bread.
Grocery & Supply Stores
There are many and stores, especially in the old town..
Eateries
There are many restaurants. It is best to stay within the old town.
Two of the best (no hassle) are in the Marina area on way into Old Town.
Internet/WiFi
In Internet cafés and in the marinas.
Laundry
At the Netsel Marina.
Motorbike & Car Rentals
- In town
- At the Netsel Marina
Garbage Disposal
There are bins around the harbor and in the marinas.
Transportation
- 60 km to Dalaman Airport -€126 in 2009
- In the summer daily ferries to Rhodes 50 mins in Catamaran
Routes/Passages To/From
- Cruising the Carian Coast
- Passages between Athens Region and Rhodes - Marmaris
- N - S Passages in East Aegean
- Aegean to West Mediterranean Passages
Cruiser's Friends
Contact details of "Cruiser's Friends" that can be contacted for local information or assistance.
Forum Discussions
List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)
External Links
- Marmaris (Wikipedia)
- Netsel Marina
- Köyceğiz Çay
- Dalyan
- Caunus
- Köycegiz Golü
References & Publications
See Turkey.
Personal Notes
Personal experiences?
Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)
Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:
- July 2005 --Istioploos
- June 2007 --Atheneoflymington 18:42, 12 January 2010 (UTC)
- July 2009 --Summercruise 17:45, 10 July 2009 (UTC)
- July 2012 --Monterey
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Names: Lighthouse, Istioploos, Laurab, Tayker, Summercruise, Athene of Lymington, Monterey |
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