Antalya Luxury Yachting Guide

Regarded as the gateway to the Turkish Riviera, the golden city of Antalya rests along a glittering bay of the same name. Backed by the imposing peaks of the Taurus Mountains and endowed with pearly beaches stretching for miles, this is a gorgeous resort town with one foot on either side of the divide, sophisticated yet intensely traditional.

 

Enjoying year-round sunshine, the Antalyan coast is a truly blessed region. The sun shines nearly 310 days a year and the land it falls upon is immeasurably beautiful. Tropical plants flower abundantly along the coastline which is skirted by sugary beaches of white and gold sand. The crystalline waters that fill the bay of Antalya are translucent and teeming with life, which can be explored offshore or starting from a favoured secluded beach or private cove.

 

Streams run from the sky-scraping heights of the Taurus Mountains down to the cobalt waters of the Mediterranean Sea. The Antalyan region is a beautiful area, drenched in sun and offering numerous outdoor activities, growing all the while into a burgeoning area of exotic sophistication and indulgent luxury.

 

Çelebi Antalya Marina

The town of Antalya is split into several sections, starting with its quaint marina, Çelebi Antalya Marina.

Surrounding Areas

The area around Antalya is very fertile, with forests of oak and pine, cotton plantations and prolific groves of banana and citrus. The beautiful landscape is the perfect backdrop for trekking and hiking, while other activities abound within the Antalyan region. To the north lies the town of Saklikent, a lovely resort for winter sports lying on the rugged slope of Bakirli Mountain. For abseiling enthusiasts, Güver Canyon is a fantastic destination to explore. An astonishing 115 metres deep, canyonists will also enjoy this breathtaking natural attraction. Naturalists will adore the wildlife that call Düzlercami Park home: innumerable deer and mountain goats wander the grounds of this remarkable reserve.

 

Waterfalls

The Antalyan region is awash with rivers, seas and waterfalls, the most famous of which is the Upper Düden waterfalls, which intrepid explorers can walk behind, a thrilling experience. The Lower Düden waterfalls plunge straight into the sea by way of Lara Beach, a lovely stretch of pristine sand and gentle waves. Konyaalti Beach is the quintessential pebble beach, charming and secluded while offering dazzling views of the imposing Taurus Mountain range. For panoramic views, the top of Tünektepe Hill can’t be beaten.

Explore Antalya By Day...

For a day spent ashore, these are the places to be pampered, the sights to see, the shopping districts to delve into, the activities to indulge in, and the gourmet treats to discover.

Pampering

Mardan Palace

For over-the-top sumptuous luxury, look no further than Europe's most expensive hotel, Antalya's own Mardan Palace. This stunning Turkish sanctuary comes equipped with the very best of the best: an immense, crystalline pool offering 30 minute gondola rides from one side to the other, a delicious Italian restaurant kitted out with Hermes crockery, a private beach filled with 9000 tons of imported Egyptian sand, and suites decorated in 500,000 crystals and over 23,000 square metres of Italian marble.

 

The Spa offers 24-carat gold body wraps as well as champagne extract baths, making a stay at this incredible palace a one-of-a-kind opportunity to relax in an atmosphere of unbridled indulgence and unmatched luxury.

 

Activities

Hip-Notics Cable Ski Park

Adrenaline junkies will love the Hip-Notics Cable Ski Park, an area of 3 man-made lakes where waterskiing and wakeboarding takes place at every level. Professional wakeboarders use this facility for practice so anyone aspiring to greatness in the sport will be sure to pick up a few tips.

 

Duden Waterfalls

Hike up to the Duden Waterfalls for an extraordinarily beautiful adventure: with it’s overhanging tendrils of lush green and glittering falls, it is a glorious treat to walk behind the water and listen to the powerful rush and boom.

 

Koprulu Canyon

White-water rafting in the Koprulu Canyon is an energetic and exciting experience you won’t soon forget. The twisting roads up into the mountains can be a bit formidable, but the sights of the tiny hillside villages along the way along with the panoramic views afforded from these heights are breathtaking.

 

Bites

Stella’s Bistrot

Serving a predominantly Italian menu with some Mediterranean dishes, the real winners on the menu are the traditional ‘from scratch’ lasagna and the freshly caught fish. Far from the heavily touristed sector, this is a balmy, tranquil haven of gastronomic relaxation.

Antalya Nightlife

Discover Antalya By Night...

For unforgettable evenings away from the yacht deck, delve into these fabulous dining options, delicious sundowners, sophisticated clubs, and unique adventures.

Dining

Stella’s Manzara

Undoubtedly the finest restaurant in Antalya and remarkably, not attached to a bustling resort, the atmosphere of restrained elegance and beautiful décor are the jumping off point for an inspired evening. Perched above the glittering coastal waters, the ambience of Stella’s Manzara is as romantic as it comes and the menu, as delicious as one could hope for.

Clubbing

Inferno

Described by the locals as a trendy place for trendy people, this is where all the pretty young things head at midnight to dance into the small hours of the night. Inferno boasts a sprawling dance floor, well-stocked bar and an outside terrace for cooling down between songs.

 

Club Arma

Overlooking the glittering Antalya Marina and once named Club 29, this is the largest and most popular dance venue in Antalya. Able to hold up to 2000 people, this is the place where locals, backpackers and the well-heeled elite looking for a long night mix well into the early hours of the morning.

 

Adventure

Aspendos

Taking place during the sultry summer nights and located 45 minutes from Antalya, this immense amphitheatre hosts a range of concerts and musical interludes that won’t soon be forgotten.

 

Weather in Antalya

In Turkey, the climate ranges widely: Marmara and the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts have a typical Mediterranean climate with hot summers and mild, wet winters. The east of the country is mountainous with warm summers and very cold, snowy winters. The southeast has very hot summers and cold winters. The Black Sea coast is the wettest part of the country, especially in the northeast.

The summers are hot and rainless while the other months are warm and often rainy, with a mean annual temperature of 18. On average, there is little or no rainfall for 310 days a year, and it's rare for the temperature to drop below zero. During the last 40 years, the highest recorded temperature was 44.

Best time to visit

April to December

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