Just south of the Butterfly Valley lies the warm, turquoise, crystalline waters of Kabak Bay, a place of natural wonders, wildlife, and treehouses. Yes, treehouses.

When I think of fairytale getaways, I think of Kabak Bay, it is truly like something from fiction, you would have to see it to believe it -this is the stuff dreams are made of.

 

Kabak Bay from one of the bungalows.
Kabak Bay from one of the bungalows.

 

Kabak Bay is a rare gem, a preserved stopping point along a trekking route than runs from Fethiye to Antalya. It is a place where nature and wildlife flourish and is left unspoiled by modern-day man.

Though there are many unspoiled places in Turkey, Kabak Bay just rings a special charm with its rustic destination. A likely fit for our “Mermaid Beaches” category, but this was just too hard to turn down as a “Fairytale Getaway”.

Photo by Sea Valley, relax in a seaside hammock. Yes please.
Photo by Sea Valley, relax in a seaside hammock. Yes, please.

 

To stay at Kabak Bay, you must prepare for an adventure. Accommodations are met only by tents, small wooden bungalows and treehouses. It’s like living with nature, in one of nature’s most beautiful splendors.

For more information on some of these cool rustic spots check out Sea Valley Bungalows.

 

So Where is Kabak Bay?

 

32km from Fethiye

 

16km from Oludeniz

 

You can catch a bus from either of these places to Kabak Bay, well kinda. You can take a 20-minute hike to the bay from Faralya Village or, there’s ground transport from the bus to the Bay.

 

Though Kabak Bay is remote, it is still one of the popular places in Turkey. Not as touristy as other beach meccas, but still popular enough to get transport. 

 

There are loads of places to stay. Whether you choose a high-end hotel or cozy villas in Turkey, you’re going to find beauty.

 

Staying in Turkey