Ovacik holidays

Regardless of whether you prefer traditional Turkish cuisine or familiar international favourites, the dining options in and around Ovacik provide plenty of choice. Signature dishes of the region include pide (a type of Turkish pizza), kofte (Turkish meatballs), coban kavurma (diced lamb with onions, tomato and peppers) and kus yuvasi (chopped beef, mushrooms, onions and potato). There’s also plenty of regional drinks to try – ayran (a refreshing yoghurt drink, raki (anisette typically accompanied by Meze) and cay (strong black tea).

Despite the fact Ovacik doesn’t have any beaches of its own, the village is surrounded by some of the best in Turkey. For example, Olu Deniz and its famous Blue Lagoon, which features calm clear waters thanks to the towering mountains nearby, is just 10 minutes away. Kumburnu refers to the sandbank separating the main Olu Deniz public beach of Belcekiz with its inner Blue Lagoon. Many head straight to the tip of Kumburnu, but seeing as this can get quite busy, families should try one of the many smaller beaches tucked at the rear of the sandbank.

From couples desiring a romantic retreat to families with young children and adrenaline-seeking adventurers, Ovacik serves up an abundance of things to see and do. Explore the region’s natural beauty with a trail walk through shaded woodland, visit one of several waterparks nearby or even try paragliding through the nearby mountains – it’s all possible in and around Ovacik.

Take a boat trip around the islands: Combine sun, sea and sand with a boat trip around the many islands near Fethiye. Lay back on the deck and soak up the sun or jump in the water for a spot of snorkelling as you explore the region’s most alluring sights. Perfect for the whole family, several excursions include lunch as well as hotel pick-up and drop-off.

Enjoy an authentic Turkish bath: If you’ve never had a Turkish bath before, Ovacik is the place to try one. In what is a serious steam clean of your entire body, you’ll feel immediately refreshed as the toxins leave your body. An exfoliating body scrub is followed by a soapy massage, which will perfectly prepare your skin for sunbathing.

Paraglide over the Blue Lagoon: Even though swimming in the Blue Lagoon is an awe-inspiring experience, paragliding over the top of it is something else altogether. Flights tend to last around 40 minutes, during which time you’ll have ample opportunity to soak up the stunning surroundings and take plenty of pictures of your descent. After landing on Olu Deniz beach, you’ll want to do it all over again.