A dramatic coastal canyon on the Lycian Way, Butterfly Valley is tucked between 350-meter sheer cliffs of Mount Babadağ. Accessible by boat from Ölüdeniz, this preserved nature sanctuary features a wide white pebble beach, freshwater waterfalls, and over 100 species of endemic butterflies.
Take a scheduled water boat from Ölüdeniz beach (€8–€10 return) or hike the steep trail down from Faralya village.
45-min mountain descent drive from Dalaman Airport (DLM).
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Butterfly Valley (Kelebekler Vadisi) averages 27.5°C (82°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.
Butterfly Valley (Kelebekler Vadisi) is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Muğla (Fethiye / Ölüdeniz), Turkey, Turkey.
Butterfly Valley (Kelebekler Vadisi) has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Parking arrangements vary locally. Restroom facilities are present.