Muğla (Marmaris), Turkey • Aegean Sea

Çiftlik Bay

A wide horseshoe bay with coarse golden sand and crystalline water, surrounded by dramatic pine-forested slopes on the Bozburun Peninsula.

Çiftlik Bay in Muğla (Marmaris), Turkey

Photo: Burhanerşahin (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

Local Notes & Setting

  • The coarse sand and crystal water make this one of Marmaris's cleanest swimming beaches
  • Waterfront seafood restaurants offer wooden docks and delicious mezes
  • A quiet alternative to crowded resort beaches in Marmaris town

Water & Beach Specifications

Peak Summer Sea Temp 27.2°C (Peak Air: 33°C)
Monthly Sea Temps (May–Oct) May: 20.8°C · Jun: 24.6°C · Jul: 26.7°C · Aug: 27.2°C · Sep: 25.9°C · Oct: 23.2°C
Best Months May, June, July, August, September, October
Sand & Shoreline Golden Sand • Gradual Drop
Water Clarity Crystal Clear (Clarity: 4.95/5 • Scenery: 4.35/5)
Daily Cost Guide €40/day (Sunbeds: €16)
Coordinates 36.7167°N, 28.2333°E

Explore complete 12-month NOAA climatology curves for this coastline in our Turkey Sea Temperature Guide →

Amenities

Watersports: Active
Naturist: Textile Only
Free Parking: Available
Bathrooms: Available
Showers: Available
Food / Tavernas: Available
Good for Kids: Safe Entry
Lifeguard: Unsupervised
Sunbed Rentals: Available
Natural Shade: Present
Wheelchair Accessible: Accessible

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Muğla (Marmaris), Turkey.

Frequently Asked Questions about Çiftlik Bay

What is the water temperature at Çiftlik Bay?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Çiftlik Bay averages 27.2°C (81°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Çiftlik Bay?

Çiftlik Bay is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Muğla (Marmaris), Turkey.

Is Çiftlik Bay good for families with kids?

Yes, Çiftlik Bay is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Çiftlik Bay?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

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