I had never dived before; at a dive centre I did a try dive. After a short briefing I took my very first breath underwater in shallow water with the instructor, my heart pounding with excitement. The visibility was incredible — I could see clearly for metres. We swam through schools of fish among the rocks, and below us lay columns and walls. For someone used to the murky, cold water of the Netherlands, that clarity felt like a miracle. Anyone who can swim should try it; no certificate is needed, but always choose a licensed centre. When I came out of the water, the only thing on my mind was diving again.

Shared by: Daniel van der Berg · Netherlands · Jun 29, 2025

We set out from Üçağız in an old boat and glided along the shore of the Sunken City. The water was so clear that I could make out the ancient steps and doorways just beneath the surface; I fell silent for a long while, thinking of the people who lived here thousands of years ago. As the captain told the history, the stones almost came alive. I climbed up to the castle on the hill at Kaleköy and looked out over the whole bay. I have travelled a great deal in my life, but no other place has given me Kekova's calm, timeless feeling. My tip for young travellers: take the early-morning boat, when the coves are still completely empty.

Shared by: Anna Müller · Germany · Jun 14, 2025

I set out early one morning on a short section near Kaş. Following the red-and-white waymarks, I made my way through pine-scented trails while the sea kept changing colour far below. For an Irishman used to green hills under a grey sky, that light and that blue felt unreal. The path is rocky in places; sturdy shoes and at least two litres of water are a must — I brought too little and struggled by midday. After cresting a hill I passed between ancient ruins and dropped down to a deserted cove for a swim, and in that moment all my tiredness melted away. To anyone who loves a bit of adventure: don't miss this side of Kaş.

Shared by: James O'Connor · Ireland · May 21, 2025