How to get to Akyaka?

Dalaman Airport

The closest airport to Akyaka is Dalaman, 65 km from the village. If you don't want to take a taxi, you can use buses that pass through Gökova — Akyaka's neighbouring village. Buses are right at the airport exit and leave as they fill up (usually a 10–20 minute wait). They don't enter Akyaka itself, so you need to get off in advance. Take a bus heading to Muğla or Marmaris and tell the driver in advance that you're getting off at Akyaka (the Dörtyol stop). You pay the fare to the driver. You'll be dropped off at the turn to the village, about 4 km from the centre of Akyaka: you can take a taxi, catch a dolmuş, or walk along a beautiful road with views of the gulf.

Bodrum Airport

The distance between Bodrum–Milas Airport and Akyaka is about 100 km. In this case the most convenient option is a pre-booked transfer to Muğla or Gökova, then a bus toward Akyaka. At those stops you can easily catch a dolmuş or an intercity bus, and the remaining drive is short.

Bus

If you're travelling without a car, it's convenient to reach Akyaka from the nearest cities:
- from Muğla (about 28 km), city buses run roughly every half hour with Akyaka as the terminal stop;
- from Marmaris (about 32 km) there is no direct regular service to Akyaka (except summer dolmuşes), but you can take a bus on the Marmaris–Muğla route and get off at the Akyaka entrance.

Taxi

At the airport you can easily book a taxi to Akyaka. In Akyaka itself there are several taxi fleets through which you can also call a car to the airport or for trips around the village, to the kite beach, Dörtyol, Muğla or Marmaris. You can place an order via WhatsApp, including in English:

+90 543 136 ...

FAQ

When is the tourist season in Akyaka?

The season lasts from late April to late October. The high season is July-August: hot and crowded. The most comfortable months are May-June and September-October: warm sea, fewer people, lower accommodation prices.

What is Azmak?

Azmak is a short but very photogenic river with icy crystal clear water, the main natural attraction of Akyaka. Short boat tours run along the river, and fish restaurants operate on the shore. A large flock of geese, favorites of both locals and visitors, also lives here.

What are the conditions for kitesurfing?

At the kite beach of Akyaka, from May to October, a stable thermal wind of 14-20 knots blows. The shallow water with a sandy bottom, without waves, tides, and currents — the spot is ideal for both beginners and progress.

What does 'slow city' mean?

Akyaka has been part of the international Cittaslow network since 2011. This means a ban on high-rise buildings, a unified architectural style, the absence of chain restaurants and large all-inclusive hotels, and support for local businesses, cuisine, and crafts.

Are the beaches paid?

The city beach and most of the coastline in the center are free; you can come with your own towel. There is a paid entrance to the equipped kite beach. Some hotels and restaurants on the shore have their own beach areas with paid sunbeds, but this is not mandatory.

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