Our Services

Our friendly, attentive staff will look after your individual needs with typical country hospitality. All have an intimate knowledge of Myra and the surrounding area and will be happy to assist with advice on where to go and what to see. Babysitting can be arranged.

Our garden restaurant serves a delicious Turkish breakfast each morning between 08:00 to 10:00 (or a cooked breakfast at a very small extra cost, please ask for our menu). Free Turkish tea is served any time. We also serve herbal teas. Lunch can be organized upon request for those returning from an excursion, or those who prefer to stay in for the day. Afternoon tea, cakes and biscuits are also available. There is a set menu for dinner, however a barbecue can also be arranged upon request, as well as Turkish mezzes, all this under the stars overlooking the "Lycian Kings Rock Tombs"

We can also provide you with a breakfast basket in your room the night before an especially early getaway.

Leisurely Breakfast
Have a delicious breakfast with sea turtles and enjoy the spectacular view of the "Lycian Kings Rock Tombs", from Myra's Garden Restaurant. "Have you ever woken up with swallows singing and had breakfast with Giant Sea Turtles?"

Feed the turtles
On the riverside, come feed the endangered sea turtles and the fish while you are watching "kingfishers" fishing, from Myra's garden, they normally call by between 9am-11am.

Relax under the shade
Enjoy a leisurely lunch, or drink afternoon tea in the leafy shade of the gardens, whilst enjoying the welcome breeze.

Romantic Dinner
At sunset enjoy a romantic meal, in the shadow of the illuminated "Lycian Kings Rock Tombs", a truly unforgettable experience.

Boat Trip with our Professional Captain
Join one of our special trips with our Captain, who has extensive knowledge of the wildlife, insects, flora and fauna of the Dalyan delta. Our Captain does both day and night sea turtle and bird watching trips and also mountain trekking.
By day, visit Iztuzu beach and Sultaniye Thermal baths, the ruins of the famous city of Caunos, known as one of the last corners of paradise, famous sulphur Mud baths, Koycegiz lake and Lycian Kings Rock Tombs.
By night, romantic boat trip with music and barbecue.

Jeep Safari with our American Army Jeep - CJ 6
Drive yourself or be driven. Visit the historical sites, drive through beautiful scenery of mountains and pine forests making your way towards Kargicak, Hidden Beach of Asi Bay, Sarigerme or Sarsala. After an open lunch you will follow the river to Dalyan to explore the ruins before heading off to Kaunos and Iztuzu (Turtle Beach) one of Turkey's longest sandy beaches to swim and soak up to sun.
A jeep safari in Southern Turkey is truly hard to beat.
In our one day jeep safari we make stops for swimming in the clear fresh 12km long lake, walk around an old ruined village with a mosque, a clear water spring which is the source of a local river, a four course lunch in a restaurant built out of wood on top of a river, a typical Turkish family's house for tea, a secluded beach, a mountain peak overlooking Dalyan, the delta and the surrounding seas, just to mention a few. In between your stops you crash through numerous fords and judder down some seemingly impossible tracks.
Included:
Transfers
Entrance Fees
Prf. Licensed Guide
Accommodation
Lunchs and BBQ at the camp
V.A.Tax
Additional notes:
120km long route, 70 percent being mountainous roads.
We only use CJ6 Renegade jeeps, they are 6 cylinder, 2500cc.
Routes may vary slightly depending on the local weather and road conditions.
Drivers are prohibited from drinking alcohol during the safari and must bring their driving licenses.
You should bring comfortable shoes, sun-hat, swimwear, towel, sun screen, camera, spare film, money for extras.
Drinks and Tips are not included. Lunch and Tour Guide are included.

Trekking
Trekking in The Mountains behind Dalyan are some of the most beautiful anywhere in the Turkey. Below the tree line, & winter snow, are the yayla (highland plateaux.)
Falling away from them; canyons, gorges and passes, down which in spring the melting snow rushes. Many of these gorges were important trade routes, some still in use, some completely forgotten, though all at one time jealousy guarded. The scenery is dramatic: extensive pine and cedar forest, outcrops of juniper and plane and varied maquis are topped by the impressive Ak Mountains; snowcapped until July. Until recently the tracks between villages were for donkeys and pack animals and these these tracks can still be followed, taking you along meandering and varied terrain's instead of the direct vehicle roads which replaced them. Whether your interests be in the steps of forgotten civilisations, the geography and nature of a beatiful land or the attraction of unspoilt village life you will love walking and hiking in Lycian Turkey.

Winter Trekking
Trekking in The Mountains behind Dalyan are some of the most beautiful anywhere in the Turkey. Below the tree line, & winter snow, are the yayla (highland plateaux.)
Falling away from them; canyons, gorges and passes, down which in spring the melting snow rushes. Many of these gorges were important trade routes, some still in use, some completely forgotten, though all at one time jealousy guarded. The scenery is dramatic: extensive pine and cedar forest, outcrops of juniper and plane and varied maquis are topped by the impressive Ak Mountains; snowcapped until July, thereafter turning a light red until the Autumn snow. Until recently the tracks between villages were for donkeys and pack animals and these tracks can still be followed, taking you along meandering and varied terrain's instead of the direct vehicle roads which replaced them. Whether your interests be in the steps of forgotten civilisations, the geography and nature of a beatiful land or the attraction of unspoilt village life you will love walking and hiking in Lycian Turkey.

Canoeing
Myra Motel organises one day sea kayaking trips through the fascinating reed beds of Dalyan and the beautiful coastline nearby. Our trips are designed for those with an adventurous spirit and offer an exciting alternative to crowded tourist excursions. On one of our sea kayaking trips, you have the opportunity to explore Iztuzu Beach (Turtle Beach ) and the maze of channels trough the reed beds under you own steam at your own pace. We explore other quieter beaches away from the tourist crowds and swim and snorkel around deserted cliffs and coves that would otherwise be inaccessible. If we are lucky we may be able to observe turtles, as other wildlife. We provide double sea kayaks that are both stable and easy to paddle,and comprehensive instruction in paddling technique. Just bring your sense of adventure. The tour starts and finishes from Myra Motel in Dalyan.
No previous experience is required but customers must be 14 and above ( 12-14 with a legal Guardian ) Customers with preexisting medical conditions must inform us at the time of booking.
You should bring shoes to wear in the kayak - no flip flops or slip-ons, suitable swim wear or shorts and a T-shirt ( to get wet ), change of clothes and shoes, sun cream, sun hat and sun glasses, strap to secure glasses, small amount of money for soft drinks.

Mountain Biking around Dalyan
Join us on our innovative Mountain Bike adventures. Our routes are a mixture of little used asphalt roads and backwater rough roads.
The scenery is spectacular, mountain valleys, streams, canyons, unknown ancient cities and authentic mountain villages. Our one-day descents usually come from the mountains back to stunning views of the Mediterranean coast. A fun and exhilarating day out, and most of it downhill! We also offer longer tours and the option to rent our top spec or basic machines...
At 9.00 a.m. Our guide will spend 20 minutes giving you some information and then we will start out. During our tour of the beautiful countryside we will make a few stops; the first stop is the famous Sulungur Lake, where you can take a beautiful pictures of a clear water. Then we climb to mountain to Kisla Village to eat our home made "Gozleme" (pancake). Time for a swim at Kargacak Bay where you can only see wild goats resting, an area of wild natural beauty, to reach here brings a real sense of achievement, your reward a refreshing swim and a shared moment in time with nature, as you pass through seemingly untouched forests and roads, seaside and panoramic views. At 4 o'clock we start our return journey, stopping for tea and a rest in the afternoon. We arrive back in Dalyan around 5.00 p.m.
Additional notes:
The tour is approximately 60 kilometers in total, most of it along country lanes.

Astronomy Tours with our expert
Join one of our astronomy tours with our expert, who has extensive knowledge of Astronomy at night in the clearest skies of Europe. Our expert does both day and night mountain trekking.
Turkish Astronomy Links

Bird Watching Trip with our expert
Join one of us special trips with our expert, who has extensive knowledge of the wildlife, insects, flora and fauna of the Dalyan delta. Our Captain does both day and night sea turtle and bird watching trips and also mountain trekking.

Here is the list of birds around Dalyan Delta;

White Tailed Eagle,
Golden Eagle,
Common Buzzard,
Long Legged Buzzard,
Black Kite,
Osprey,
Kestral,
Hobby,
Raven,
Hooded Crow,
Jay,
House Sparrow,
Collared Dove,
Great Tit,
White Wagtail,
Redstart,
Rock Nuthatch,
Black Bird,
Blue Rock Thrush,
Crested Lark,
Stone Chat,
Red Backed Shrike,
Gold Finch,
Teal,
Night Heron,
Grey Heron,
Flamingo,
Great Egret,
Little Egret,
Little Grebe,
Moor Hen,
Coot,
Cormorant,
King Fisher,
Marsh Harrier,
Little Owl,
Robin,
Spoonbill,
Black Redstart,


Other Fauna:

Tortoises,
Turtles, freshwater,
Terrapins,
Snake,
Chameleon,
Praying Mantis,
Various Lizards,
Snakes,
Bats,

Observers:
M. Hutton and J. Claessen
(15.10.2004 to 25.10.2004)
Areas covered:
Dalyan Town and Hotel Grounds,
Koycegiz Lake,
Caunos, and surrounding hills,
Channel,
Iztuzu Beach,

REPORTS

Bird Watching Reports of Dalyan from birdtours.co.uk

Bird Watching Report of Dalyan, 6th – 19th April 2003,
Bob Swann

Bird Watching Report of Dalyan, 28th May - 12th June 2004,
Dominic Bates

Bird Watching Report of Dalyan, 16th – 22nd October 2001,
Bob Swann

Central Anatolia and the Aegean Coast, 15th May - 1st June 2001,
Chris Cameron + Julie Dawson

South West Turkey, 12th - 26th Sept 1994,
John Bateman

Olu Deniz and surrounding area, 27th July - 10th Aug 2002,
Sibe - "family birder""

South West Turkey, 12th - 26th Sept 1994,
John Bateman

Birdwatching Reports from South Western Turkey,
birdtours.co.uk

Birdwatching Reports from Turkey,
birdtours.co.uk

Birdwatching Reports from Central Southern Turkey,
birdtours.co.uk

Birding Trip Report, Southern Central of Turkey, June 2003,
surfbirds.com

Conservation and Problems of Sea Turtles in the Region,
hacettepe.edu.tr

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You get the best of both worlds at the Myra Motel.

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