Full Description & Details
Bodrum anchorage sits in Kumbahce (Castle) Bay, right at the center of Bodrum town in Carsi. The 15th-century Bodrum Castle, now the Underwater Archaeology Museum, dominates the view and marks the approach. This is a large and very popular anchorage, often busy with enough space for a couple of dozen boats.
It brings you directly into the lively Bar Street nightlife, which is loud and runs until the early hours. The bay is open to the south but sheltered from the meltemi; you still feel the wind.
How to get there
Approach with the castle as your landmark. Enter Kumbum Bay to the east of the castle, noting the breakwater entrance lights to the west (Fl G 5s 8M and Fl R 5s 8M) and a high breakwater that blocks visibility, so slow down. Depths range from 2 to 10 meters, and the seabed is sand with weed patches.
Be careful anchoring east of the bay: old submerged buoys remain underwater, and a large party boat crosses at night, so avoid its path. The municipality pier (Kumbahce Port Operation, 0252-313 67 69) offers electricity, water, and fuel by tanker, but is often used by daily tour and diving boats. You can land a dinghy at north-side restaurants or the fisherman's wharf to the east, though it gets busy.
The town center is steps away with many restaurants and shops, and formalities are available at Bodrum Harbor just east, which has customs for large passenger ships.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the holding like in Bodrum anchorage?
The bottom is sand with weed patches, and holding is good or very good in most spots, though some spots can be tricky.
How deep is the water at Bodrum anchorage?
Depths at the Bodrum anchorage range from 2 meters near shore to 10 meters maximum, with good anchoring found around 5 to 6 meters.
Can I stay overnight at Bodrum anchorage?
Yes, overnight stays are allowed, but expect loud nightlife from Bar Street and parties that continue until morning.
What facilities are available at Bodrum anchorage?
The town center is packed with restaurants and tourist shops. Nearby, the municipality pier provides electricity, water, and fuel by tanker, and there is a fixed fuel station in front of the Castle.
Are there any hazards at Bodrum anchorage?
Watch for old submerged buoys east of the bay, beach swimming area buoys, and at night the path of a large party boat.
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