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Forest Camp Bays

Inside the Forest Camp, cozy little bays hide one after another — 72 Merdiven Koyu (72 Steps Bay), Albay Koyu (Colonel's Bay), Burun Koyu (Cape Bay), and Akvaryum Koyu (Aquarium Bay). They are very easy to reach: from Akyaka, you can walk through the town beach and the forest camp.

The bays are lined up one after another and are separated by just a few minutes of walking. There is an interesting feature here: the lower layers of water are warm, while the upper ones are cold, because a cooler current from the river flows on the surface.

Since these are small natural bays within the village, there is no infrastructure here, so it's better to bring food and drinks with you in advance.

Sometimes on warm summer nights, you can see glowing plankton in the water: it softly twinkles with every movement, and you get the feeling that you are swimming right in a scatter of stars.

* Please note: due to the depth of the water, those who do not swim well should not jump into the water from the rocks. There are small wooden platforms in the bays where you can lay out a blanket, set up chairs, and comfortably settle right by the water.

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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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