Datça

It falls to the west of Uzunca Island, which has a light on it (Fl R 3s 10m 3M) inside Datça Gulf.

A peninsula extends eastward off Datça. There are two harbors on the north and south of this peninsula.

The northern harbor is a shallow harbor with a sandy shore. The shoal extends with banks towards the middle of the harbor. In the middle of the harbor, one can anchor in 5-6 meters and stay at anchor. There is also a western quay in this section. Generally, Datça boats moor here and go stern-to shore. The Northern Harbor is not a very favorable harbor. One can stay at anchor in weather we are certain is good.

Datça's main harbor is the southern harbor. There is a long quay where small and large vessels can moor, areas where one can stay at anchor, and a beautiful beach. Behind the beach is the small Ilıca Pond.

Upon entering the southern harbor, there is a breakwater at the extension of the peninsula in the middle. The Coast Guard is located first within this breakwater. In this area, small boats are moored as the water level decreases inward. At the end of these boats, the long quay begins and continues with a wooden pier.

The bottom in the anchorage area is a mixture of sand, eel grass, and seaweed. Vessels that will stay at anchor must ensure their anchors hold. This harbor is exposed to southern weather. Particularly in spring and autumn, care must be taken. Although the harbor is sheltered from north winds, squalls may occasionally descend from the hills.

The municipality operates this place (Contact: 0252-712 35 04). There is no tonnage fee. There is always an official who meets you. They indicate where your boat will moor with a whistle. One anchors in front of the pier where the depth is at most 5 meters and goes stern-to shore. Electricity and water are connected.

Datça is an entry and exit port. There is a customs office.

Due to entry and exit procedures, very large motor yachts may occasionally moor at this pier.

You can find whatever you want in Datça. Shopping is cheaper compared to other coastal towns.

Datça is 70 kilometers from Marmaris and 160 kilometers from Dalaman Airport by road. It is possible to go to Bodrum in 2 hours by ferries operating regular services from Datça Körmen port. 

Bodrum Milas Airport is also an option for air transport and is heavily preferred.

Life in Datça, with its locals and those who settled later, is above a certain line. It is one of the rare places where commerce does not take precedence over friendly relations. 

Generally, the humidity rate is between 35-60%. This way of life has positively dominated Datça. The municipality works almost like an Arts Institution. It organizes dozens of events, keeps Datça lively, and causes it to be a noticeable town. If you are going to cruise to the Datça side, you can follow the municipality's events from their website and arrange your schedule accordingly. 

In Datça, architectural structures and restorations are carefully carried out with a certain understanding. Banks, ATMs, large shopping markets, its hospital, and especially with the neighborhood market set up on Saturdays, Datça is unique. In the neighborhood market, fresh produce harvested just a few hours ago predominates. Datça's "3 B's" are famous; fish, honey, and almonds. 

Especially on Saturdays, Greek citizens come by boat from Greece for shopping. They meet their weekly grocery needs from Datça, fresh and cheap.

There are many roads in Datça for walking and cycling. During these trips, it is possible to encounter many plants native to the region. 

Datça, which is a Special Environmental Protection Area, is also intertwined with history. There are many historical places to see and archaeological sites.

Datça has the characteristics of a typical Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and dry, winters are mild and rainy. 

Summers are dry but the oppressive heat is not felt. There is low humidity and never-ending wind. In winter, warm breezes provide warmth. Datça is sunny 300 days a year, the temperature which averages 12-14 degrees in winter is around 34 degrees in summer.

The underwater beauties around Datça are also worth seeing. The underwater visibility, colors, and marine life make diving attractive. There are dive centers in Datça. They take you from the quay to the diving areas. 

The windiness of the region also enables windsurfing.