Selimiye Koyu

Name: Selimiye Koyu
Address: TR

Selimiye Koyu is a natural anchorage in Hisaronu Bay, Turkey, with a village pier, restaurants, and good holding in sand.

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Overnight Stay

Navigation & Hazards

Draft

20 m

Protection

sheltered from winds from all directions

Seabed

sand with patches of algae

dangerous reefs 1.5 m deep, 30-40 m long, about 250 m offshore, marked by a buoy; rocks 350 m off Karaburun point

natural protected area; zoning permit not yet issued

Coordinates

36.7211° N, 28.1035° E

Other Details

Attractions Kameriye Island ruins / Selimiye village waterfront

Dining Sardunia restaurant renowned for salt-baked fish; Aurora offers Turkish breakfast

Dinghy Landing Easiest by the wall near the fishing boats

Provisions Three general stores in the village

Town Distance 0 m

Full Description & Details

Selimiye Koyu is a long, narrow anchorage on the Bozburun Peninsula in Hisaronu Bay, with the village of Selimiye at its head. The bay has a laid-back waterfront lined with restaurant terraces and cafes, and the village follows a natural curve around the shore with a pebble beach and a small old harbour for local fishing boats. The area is a natural protected zone, so development is limited and the setting remains unspoilt.

The anchorage offers good holding on a sandy seabed with patches of algae. Depths vary, reaching up to 20 metres, and in deeper spots you may need as much as 60 metres of chain. The bay is sheltered from winds from all directions, making it a natural harbour of refuge in stormy weather. A lengthy pier in the village provides fixed moorings with water and electricity, and several restaurant jetties welcome yachts. Overnight anchoring is permitted.

Ashore, the village has three general stores, a small market, a state clinic, a pharmacy, a post office, and an ATM. Dining options are plentiful, with Sardunia restaurant renowned for its salt-baked fish and Aurora offering a well-regarded Turkish breakfast. Cere's coffee house serves fresh lemonade and homemade cakes. Dinghy landing is easiest by the wall near the fishing boats. Fuel can be obtained from a truck tanker at the quay.

Approaching from the sea, be aware of dangerous reefs 1.5 metres deep, 30 to 40 metres long, about 250 metres offshore, marked by a buoy. There are also rocks 350 metres off Karaburun point extending 40 to 50 metres; stay well clear. The bay is a natural protected area and a zoning permit has not yet been issued. Nearby attractions include the ruins on Kameriye Island and the Selimiye village waterfront.

How to get there

Approach Selimiye Koyu from Hisaronu Bay, passing Sıg Burun before turning toward the village. Dangerous reefs 1.5 metres deep, 30 to 40 metres long and about 250 metres offshore lie directly on the route; a buoy marks them. Rocks extend 40 to 50 metres from a point 350 metres off Karaburun toward Selimiye village, so keep well off these hazards.

The bay itself is easy to enter and provides shelter from all directions. The village is about 35 to 40 kilometres from Marmaris, roughly a 45-minute ride by road. The closest port of entry is Datca.

Once inside, the floating pier by the village is the main berthing spot, and restaurant jetties such as Aurora's and Sardunia's accept yachts, often with prior phone arrangement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum depth in Selimiye Koyu anchorage?

Depths in Selimiye Koyu vary and can reach up to 20 metres, with some deeper spots requiring up to 60 metres of chain for anchoring.

Is overnight anchoring allowed in Selimiye Koyu?

Yes, overnight anchoring is permitted in Selimiye Koyu, which is a natural harbour sheltered from winds from all directions.

Are there moorings with water and electricity at Selimiye Koyu?

Yes, the lengthy pier in Selimiye village has fixed moorings with water and electricity, and several restaurant jetties also offer laid moorings with these services.

What hazards should I watch for when approaching Selimiye Koyu?

Dangerous reefs 1.5 metres deep, 30 to 40 metres long and about 250 metres offshore are marked by a buoy, and rocks extend off Karaburun point about 350 metres out; stay well clear of both.

Can I get fuel at Selimiye Koyu?

Fuel can be obtained from a truck tanker at the public quay in Selimiye village.

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