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Dilek Peninsula National Park protects mountainous land, sandy and pebbled coasts, canyons and valleys. It holds rare Mediterranean flora and interesting geology. It sits near Kuşadası and is one of the main attractions in the area.

A visit takes about two hours. Walk the forest trails, trek into Olukdere Canyon, or swim in the clean bays. Zeus Cave sits just outside the park entrance in Güzelçamlı, and visitors can swim in its cool natural pool among the trees and rocks.

Good to know

Bathing at Zeus Cave is officially not allowed, though many visitors ignore this, and the water is cold.
Bring a swimsuit, towel, sunscreen and a hat for swimming in the bays and at Zeus Cave.
In summer the park may be closed by authorities due to high forest fire risk. The route then visits Kirazlı Village instead.

A place to visit:

Nature reserve

Dilek Peninsula National Park

Kusadasi, Turkey

Dilek Peninsula National Park is a wild stretch of mountains, forest and coast a short drive from Kuşadası. Visitors hike its trails, swim in its bays and explore canyons and the Zeus Cave.

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Highlights and island tours

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wine

scuba_diving

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Rainforest and jungle

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ATV and jeep tours

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Local culture and markets

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Beach clubs

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Hiking

hiking

Snorkeling

snorkeling

Stingrays, turtles and dolphins

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Wildlife and birding

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Beaches

beaches

Museums

museums

Sightseeing and scenic rides

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Old town and historic sights

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How to get there

Dilek Peninsula National Park is about 35 minutes from the port.

Time needed

About two hours to visit the park.

What it costs

Zeus Cave is free to visit.

Suits

Hikers, swimmers and nature lovers

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Tours that go here

Prices are per person, booked with our partner, Shore Excursions Group.

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Cave

Cave of the Seven Sleepers

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Bronze Age city

Ephesus Ancient City

Kusadasi

Most people come for the ruins and the long walk through them.

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Island, by walk

Pigeon Island

Kusadasi

Pigeon Island, known locally as Güvercinada, is a small island joined to the mainland by a pier and crowned by a 16th-century castle.

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