Ovacik Holidays – One of three sister resorts

A small village located on a plateau overlooking the Aegean Sea, Ovacik is one of three villages which make up what is nowadays known as the municipality of Olu Deniz. This relaxed resort consists mainly of holiday villas and apartments, and is the middle of the three towns that come under the umbrella name ‘Olu Deniz’. Ovacik is in an ideal position to enjoy the larger, livelier resort of Hisarönü further up the hillside, with its extensive amenities and facilities, or the small, sedate village on the beach front, the original village Oludeniz, with its access to the stunning lagoon and bay beyond. Ovacik is ideal for those looking for relaxing holidays in Turkey who would like the option of a peaceful base with a lively sister resort nearby. It is also ideally placed for those interested in walking holidays, with good access to the stunning countryside ideal for hikes and treks.

Beach

The best beach to go on if you are on a holiday in Ovacik is The Blue Lagoon of Olu Deniz, which is world famous.  The beach has a natural conservation area, so the views are outstanding.  It’s an ideal spot for anyone who wants to soak up a bit of sun in peace and quiet.  The sea is calm and turquoise in colour and is extremely safe to swim in.  A great place to take your family.  The beach provides sun beds and sun shades and also has a great selection of bars and restaurants along the seafront.  

Water Sports

For those that are looking for a water sports holiday, Ovacik will have all ranges of sports for you to try.  Ranging from banana boats to pedaloes, you will be in your element here.  The more adventurous might like to try wind surfing, water skiing or parascending!  You can hire the equipment to do this on the beach.  You can hire all the equipment to do these activities on Ovacik beach.  

Paragliding

The region is a known worldwide, for paragliders, with many thrill-seekers coming to the area to try this adventurous sport. With extremely favourable wind conditions and exceptional mountain views, the ride from the peak of Mount Babadag provides an adrenaline rush, ending with a soft landing on Olu Deniz beach. This is one way to take in all the surrounding beauty of the Dalaman Region.

Walking & Cycling

Even if you your pleasure isn’t walking, it’s well worth taking a hike around this region.  The views are outstanding, ideally positioned amongst the pine forests at the foot of Babadag Mountain.  Ovacik is a great starting point for walks and hikes.  Take a leisurely stroll along the ancient mule tracks and soak up some atmosphere, or be more ambitions and trek through the forests, along the canyon trails.  If you don’t fancy walking, you could hire bike and cycle around this area.  Spring and autumn are the best time for these activities, as you can enjoy some of the natural beauty that comes with the seasons.

Day Trips

Whilst on holiday in Ovacik, explore the region with a host of excursions and boat trips. Choose from the harbour town of Fethiye with its weekly market, a boat ride to 12 Islands, a multi-day fully-catered gulet cruise along the Turquoise Coast, the mud baths at Dalyan, Butterfly Valley and the sites of Ephesus and Pamukkale. If you fancy a holiday to Turkey, Ovacik is a great choice.  Book your holiday now with directline-holidays.

Weather in Ovacik - A wonderful Mediterranean climate

One of the areas that makes up the popular tourist resort of Olu Deniz, Ovacik is a mountain village that sits on a plateau of the lower slopes of Mount Babadag. Located on the southwest coast of Turkey in the Dalaman region, the area boasts a wonderful Mediterranean climate, with long hot summers and mild winters, and attracts visitors throughout the long tourist season. Thanks to its elevated position at an altitude of 450m, Ovacik enjoys the benefits of some cooling mountain breezes, which serves to make conditions slightly more bearable than down in Hisaronu, or the beach at Olu Deniz, especially during the very hot summer months.