Muğla (Datça), Turkey • Aegean Sea

Kurubük Bay

An untouched wild turquoise bay on the southern Datça Peninsula, nestled between Ovabükü and Palamutbükü with zero commercial development.

Kurubük Bay in Muğla (Datça), Turkey

Photo: Tamer BÜKE (CC BY 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

Local Notes & Setting

  • Completely pristine with zero hotels or beach clubs; bring parasol and water
  • The deep sapphire water offers incredible visibility for distance swimming and snorkeling
  • Spectacular mountain backdrop of the rugged Datça ridge

Water & Beach Specifications

Peak Summer Sea Temp 27.2°C (Peak Air: 31°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 Pebbles / Shingle • Deep Water
Water Clarity Turquoise (Clarity: 4.75/5 • Scenery: 4.55/5)
Daily Cost Guide €20/day (Sunbeds: €0)
Coordinates 36.6778°N, 27.5389°E

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

Amenities

Watersports: Swimming Only
Naturist: Designated / Tolerated
Free Parking: Available
Bathrooms: None
Showers: None
Food / Tavernas: None
Good for Kids: Steep Entry
Lifeguard: Unsupervised
Sunbed Rentals: None
Natural Shade: Exposed
Wheelchair Accessible: Inaccessible

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Kurubük Bay

What is the water temperature at Kurubük Bay?

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

What type of coast or sand is Kurubük Bay?

Kurubük Bay is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Muğla (Datça), Turkey.

Is Kurubük Bay good for families with kids?

Kurubük Bay has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Kurubük Bay?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

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