Windsurf

One of the best locations of Europe for wind surfing is the Agaen shoreline. Exhilarating winds are a joy for those who surf in the flat waters of Alacati, Izmir. The bays around Antalya have good wind conditions for windsurfing. The Meditteranean shore is a fine kite surfing area, and for windsurfing the summermonths are ideal in Turkey. According to expertsTurkey's Aegean shoreline is one of the best places to surf in the Mediterranean, thanks to the pleasant climate.

Turkey is definitely the place to go as many of its shorelines are just perfect for windsurfers.

Parasailing

When flying between 100 to 300 mtrs. high above the water, you will relax and enjoy a wonderful panorama. A fully equipped boat, a professional team and a well trained captain will guide you through this wonderful experience. You can decide how high you want to go, so there are different sized boats as well as different equipment. You have the choice between joining a group, or just go yourself, in which case the price will offcourse differ. Lift off and landing is really safe directly from the board of the parasailing boat, but you can also dive a little into the water or even walk on the water, that will be your choice. In short; it is for sure that you will enjoy.

Jetski

Jetskiing in Turkey can be lots of fun and one of most exciting ways to see Turkey's beautiful Mediterranean coast, once you have your jetski under control. Almost on all beaches along the Turkish coast, it is possible to hire one. Many large sea resorts offer the possibility to jet ski in Turkey, right on the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean, where you can see a large number of jet skiers enjoying themselves. For lots of people, jet skiing is a totally new experience they can undergo under the Turkish sun.

Sailing - Gulet

Sailing - Gulet tourism The Black Sea, The Marmara Sea, The Agean and the Meditteranean surround Turkey from 4 sides. No surprise that sailing is very popular in this country, thanks to its extensive coastline. Sailing charters are available in every harbour, and gulet holidays are getting more and more popular. A mixture of sailing in the middle of nature and ancient history, is so pictoresque, that it will bring you back again and again.

The Mediterranean cuisine is delicious, with a shore side entertainment and nightlife that is very attractive. Furthermore, yachting in Turkey gives you good value for money. So, get ready for a cruise holiday of a lifetime. The best gulets in Turkey are build in Bodrum and Marmaris.

Diving (scuba)

The best places to dive in Turkey are the Agean and the Meditteranean coasts. Foreign divers however, should have documentation of their qualification, training and must also be accompanied by a licensed Turkish guide, while diving.

Turkish diver Yasemin Dalkilic broke several world records in Free diving category by diving with an unsupported fixed weight at a depth of 46,05 meters in 1:51 minutes in 2001, with a limited variable weight at a depth of 105 meters in 2:38 minutes in 2001, and with an unlimited variable weight at a depth of 120 meters in 2000

Fishing

Turkey has four main marine fisihing grounds; the Black Sea, the Marmara Sea, the Aegean Sea and the Meditterranean, where fishers can fish for f.e. anchovy, mullet, bonito, sardine, tuna and more. Turkey is one of the four countries which believes that the current rush on Meditteranean tuna should be stopped for a minimum of three years, so that enforcement can be achieved.

As long as you are an amateur, fishing can be done in non-military and non-prohibited areas. Commercial fishing by foreigners could result in heavy penalties. Detailed information can be given by the Department of Fishery at the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs.