Full Description & Details
Bencik Koyu is a long, narrow fjord-like inlet cutting about 1.5 miles into the north shore of the Hisaronu Gulf, on the Datca peninsula. The entrance is occupied by the islet Dislice Adasi, and the inlet is lined with pines, giving it a scenic, enclosed character. The water is not as clear as in some neighbouring bays, and the seabed is muddy, but the bay is closed to all weather and offers excellent shelter, making it a reliable overnight stop.
Anchoring depths range from 3 to 15 metres, with the best spots near the head of the canyon in 10 to 12 metres, where you should take a line ashore. The muddy bottom gives excellent anchor grip. There are several anchoring places on the west side as you head up the inlet, and the eastern shore's widest indentation is also suitable for anchoring in 10 to 16 metres. The north part of the bay is shallow and reedy, with a jetty on its west side for tender landing.
There are no restaurants ashore, so arrive with provisions. A market is a 700-metre walk from the summer-site jetty, and the Datca-Marmaris road runs along the north of the bay, providing land access. A large hotel is visible east of the entrance, and there are old state training facilities on the eastern shore. The bay is well-protected from the prevailing northwesterly winds in summer, though it is open to the south.
Approach with care: the Sunk Rock, with 1.8 metres of water over it, lies southeast of the entrance and is marked by a south cardinal buoy. A reef extends far from Dislice Adasi toward the beach, so give the islet a wide berth. The bay is a natural anchorage with no marina facilities or VHF channel; anchoring is free, and you should plan for a self-sufficient stay.
How to get there
Approach Bencik Koyu from the southeast, watching for the Sunk Rock, a shoal with 1.8 metres of water over it, marked by a south cardinal buoy. The reef extends a long way from Dislice Adasi toward the beach, so pass well clear of the islet rather than cutting between it and the shore. When approaching from the east, note that the point's debris extends about 75 metres seaward, and there is a rock with 1.5 metres of water 400 metres southwest of it.
Give the shores a good margin as you enter. Land access is via the Datca-Marmaris road running along the north of the bay, and a market is a 700-metre walk from the summer-site jetty on the west side of the north shallows. There is no formal port or customs facility; this is a free anchorage.
The nearest larger harbour is Hisaronu Limani, about 2.5 nautical miles to the southeast.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the anchoring depth and holding like at Bencik Koyu?
Anchoring depths at Bencik Koyu range from 3 to 15 metres, with the best spots near the head of the canyon in 10 to 12 metres. The muddy bottom provides excellent anchor grip.
Is Bencik Koyu sheltered from the wind?
Yes, Bencik Koyu is closed to all weather and offers excellent shelter, and it is well-protected from the prevailing northwesterly winds in summer, though it is open to the south.
Are there restaurants or provisions at Bencik Koyu?
There are no restaurants ashore at Bencik Koyu, so arrive with food for dinner. A market is a 700-metre walk from the summer-site jetty.
What hazards should I watch for when entering Bencik Koyu?
The Sunk Rock, with 1.8 metres of water over it, lies southeast of the entrance and is marked by a south cardinal buoy. A reef extends far from Dislice Adasi toward the beach, so pass well clear of the islet.
Do I need to take a line ashore at Bencik Koyu?
Yes, you will probably need to take a line ashore when anchoring at Bencik Koyu, especially in the deeper spots near the head of the canyon.
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