Selimiye & Bozburun

Selimiye and Bozburun are among the most peaceful coastal destinations around Marmaris, known for sheltered bays, traditional village life and a strong maritime heritage. Located on the Bozburun Peninsula, the area offers a quieter atmosphere with clear water, green hills and small harbours. The Selimiye Waterfront is the centre of life in the village. Its narrow shoreline is lined with small restaurants, cafés, pensions and wooden piers extending into the calm bay. Fishing boats and yachts create a relaxed maritime atmosphere, while the surrounding hills provide a scenic backdrop throughout the day. Selimiye is especially popular with sailing visitors because of its naturally protected bay. The calm waters make it a comfortable anchorage, and the village is well known for seafood, local meze and peaceful waterfront dining. Further south, Bozburun Village has a stronger connection with traditional boatbuilding. The settlement is arranged around a small harbour and preserves a quiet local character with modest streets, seaside restaurants and views across the Aegean. Bozburun is particularly famous for its Traditional Gulet Shipyards. For generations, local craftsmen have built wooden gulets by hand using techniques passed down through families. These elegant vessels are closely associated with blue-cruise journeys along the southwestern coast of Türkiye and remain an important part of the region’s maritime identity. Visitors can often see wooden boats under construction or repair around the shipyards, providing a direct view of traditional craftsmanship that continues alongside modern tourism. The waters surrounding Selimiye and Bozburun are also dotted with numerous small islands that contribute to the distinctive character of the peninsula. **Kameriye Island, Koca Island, Uzun Island, Topan Island, Kargı Island, Kızıl Island, Zeytin Island, Söğüt Island, Yeşil Island, Kiseli Island and Tavşanbükü Island** are among the islands encountered along this coastline. Surrounded by clear waters, rocky shores and secluded coves, they form part of the scenic routes explored by yachts and excursion boats travelling through the Bozburun Peninsula. These islands, together with the sheltered bays and quiet coastal settlements, make the area particularly attractive for sailing and blue-cruise journeys. Boat trips offer opportunities to discover isolated swimming spots, small coves and peaceful stretches of coastline away from the busier resort areas around Marmaris. Together, Selimiye Waterfront, Bozburun Village, the Traditional Gulet Shipyards and the surrounding islands reveal the peaceful and authentic character of the Bozburun Peninsula. Visitors can enjoy calm bays, waterfront dining, scenic boat journeys and one of Türkiye’s most distinctive maritime traditions while exploring a quieter side of the Marmaris region.