Beach Guide
Beyond Kemer's main beaches lie hidden coves and secret stretches of sand that most tourists never find — because they're only accessible by car, often via unpaved tracks or unmarked turn-offs. This guide reveals 5 hidden beaches near Kemer that reward the adventurous driver with solitude, crystal-clear water, and bragging rights.
1. Maden Bay — a stunning turquoise cove 25 minutes south of Kemer. Take the D400 to the unmarked dirt track turn-off (between Tekirova and the Olympos turn-off — look for the small 'Maden Koyu' sign). 3 km of unpaved road leads to a perfect crescent bay with clear water and pine trees to the water's edge. No facilities. A Dacia Duster SUV (€55/day) handles the track easily. Arrive before 10:00 — the small parking area fills quickly. A true hidden gem.
2. Boncuk Bay (Boncuk Koyu) — a tiny pebble beach 20 minutes south of Kemer, near Çamyuva. Turn off the D400 at the 'Boncuk Koyu' sign. The road is paved but narrow. A small, sheltered cove popular with locals for swimming and picnics. Clear water, some shade from pine trees. Limited parking (10–15 cars). Go on a weekday for solitude.
3. Alacasu Bay (Paradise Bay) — located within the Phaselis national park, between the Northern and Southern harbours. Walk 15 minutes from the Phaselis car park along the coastal path. A tiny, secluded pebble cove with impossibly clear water — your own private beach at a world-famous archaeological site. Go early morning or late afternoon when Phaselis is quiet.
4. Ceneviz Bay (Ceneviz Koyu) — a hidden cove 30 minutes south of Kemer, accessible via a forest track near Tekirova. Ask locals for directions — it's deliberately unmarked. A small pebble beach with stunning turquoise water, surrounded by pine forest. Popular with Turkish families on summer weekends — go on a weekday. The Dacia Duster SUV is ideal for the access road.
5. Sazak Bay (Sazak Koyu) — the most remote hidden beach near Kemer, 50 minutes south, past Adrasan. Take the mountain road from Adrasan and follow signs for 'Sazak'. A wild, undeveloped bay with golden sand and crystal water. Almost always empty. The road is paved but winding. Worth the journey for true solitude. No facilities whatsoever.
Maden Bay (25 min south, unpaved track), Boncuk Bay (20 min, near Çamyuva), Ceneviz Bay (30 min, near Tekirova), and Sazak Bay (50 min, past Adrasan). All require a car — the more remote, the more secluded.
For most — no. Maden Bay's access track is unpaved but manageable in an SUV (Dacia Duster €55/day) or carefully in a standard car in dry weather. Ceneviz Bay benefits from an SUV. Sazak Bay is paved all the way. Always check conditions before driving unpaved tracks.
Yes — the water at all these coves is clean and clear. However, none have lifeguards. Swim within your limits. The remoteness is part of the appeal but means you're on your own — tell someone where you're going.