UNDERWATER DIVING

Underwater diving in Turkish waters with amateur equipment is permitted in certain areas for leisure purposes under the guidance of local authorities.

 

RAFTING

Another of nature’s gifts to Turkey are its rivers. They provide perfect conditions for canoeing , skiing and rafting. These rivers are: Çoruh, Barhal, Berta, Firtina, Çolakli, Köprüçay, Manavgat, Dragon, Göksu ( Silifke ), Zamanti, Göksu (Feke), Kizilirmak, and Dalaman Stream.

This also a special opportunity for those who want to discover nature.

WINDSURFING

Turkish seas are a heaven for windsurfers. The bays around the Çesme, Bodrum and Datça peninsulas are blassed with ideal winds for this sport (Antalya is also suitable ). Enthusiasts will be pleased with the very reasonable cost, international standarts, ideal climate, secluded bays, and available services.

FISHING

Tourists may fish for sporting purposes in non-prohibited regions without obtaining licenses. Amateur equipment and noncommercial, multi-hooked lines should be used, and nets should not weight more than 5 kg. Commercial fishing by foreigners carries heavy penalties.