Karakum Koyu

Name: Karakum Koyu
Address: TR

Karakum Koyu is an anchorage in the Gulf of Fethiye, Turkey, known for its darker sand and pebbles with clear water close in.

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Overnight Stay

Navigation & Hazards

Seabed

Darker sand and pebbles

Coordinates

36.7188° N, 28.9857° E

Full Description & Details

Karakum Koyu is a small anchorage in the Gulf of Fethiye on Turkey's Turquoise Coast, lying off the settlement of Inlice near Fethiye. The bay is known for its darker sand and pebbles, with clear water close in. It is a simple, low-key stop rather than a developed harbour, suited to a quiet overnight or a daytime swim.

The seabed is darker sand and pebbles, which gives reasonable holding for a well-set anchor. The bay is open and offers limited shelter, so it is best used in settled conditions. There are no marked berths or moorings; you anchor and rely on your own ground tackle. Depths are not specified in available sources, so sound carefully as you come in.

Facilities are minimal. There is no marina, fuel dock, or chandlery at Karakum Koyu itself. The nearest services are in Fethiye, a short distance away, where the town waterfront, markets, and the old marina area sit close together. A dinghy can be used to reach the shore for a swim or a walk.

Approach in calm weather and avoid the bay in strong winds or a heavy swell, as the anchorage is not protected. The best season is the summer cruising period. There are no reported restrictions, but as with any Turkish anchorage, check local formalities if you are arriving from abroad. Carry your own water and supplies, as none are available on site.

How to get there

Karakum Koyu lies in the Gulf of Fethiye, off the coast near Inlice. Approach from the open gulf, keeping a careful lookout for the darker sand and pebbles that mark the bay. There are no published waypoints, channels, or hazards specific to the anchorage, so navigate by eye and sound the depth as you close the shore. No VHF channel is listed for the bay itself.

Land access is via the nearby settlement of Inlice, with the town of Fethiye a short distance away. Fethiye is the main hub for the area, with road connections and the nearest airport at Dalaman. There are no formalities specific to the anchorage; standard Turkish entry procedures apply if you are arriving from outside the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the seabed like at Karakum Koyu?

The seabed at Karakum Koyu is darker sand and pebbles, which gives reasonable holding for a well-set anchor.

Are there any facilities at Karakum Koyu?

Karakum Koyu has no marina, fuel dock, or chandlery. The nearest services are in Fethiye, a short distance away.

Is Karakum Koyu sheltered from the wind?

Karakum Koyu is an open bay with limited shelter, so it is best used in settled conditions and avoided in strong winds or heavy swell.

How do I contact Karakum Koyu by VHF?

No VHF channel is listed for Karakum Koyu. It is an anchorage rather than a marina, so there is no harbour office to call.

What is the best time to anchor at Karakum Koyu?

The best season to anchor at Karakum Koyu is the summer cruising period, when conditions are calmest.

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