Fethiye offers the best of Turkey’s Turquoise Coast. Paraglide over Oludeniz, hike ancient Lycian trails, explore hidden coves by gulet boat.
What to Do
Paragliding over Oludeniz — From Babadag Mountain, 1,960m
12 Islands Boat Tour — Full-day gulet cruise
Butterfly Valley — Water taxi from Oludeniz
Lycian Rock Tombs — Carved into cliffs above town
Saklikent Gorge — Canyon walk through ice-cold water
Where to Stay
Fethiye Hostel — Budget in town center
Yacht Boutique Hotel — Harbor-front mid-range
Hillside Beach Club — All-inclusive luxury
Where to Eat
Mozaik Bahce — Garden dining, Turkish meze
Pasa Kebab — Local favorite for grills
Fish Market — Choose your fish, they cook it
Quick-Reference Essentials
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Airport
Dalaman (DLM)
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Currency
TRY (₺)
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Best Season
May-Jun, Sep-Oct
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Language
Turkish
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Before You Go: Travel Insurance
A medevac flight from rural Turkey can cost $10,000+. We use SafetyWing for every trip — it's affordable, covers medical and evacuation, and you can sign up even after you've left home.
"We've thankfully never had to file a claim, but having it is peace of mind every time we board that plane." — Scott