Göksu Delta guide: birdwatching and nature

Formed where the Göksu River meets the Mediterranean, the Göksu Delta is one of Türkiye's most important wetlands. A Specially Protected Area included on the list of wetlands of international importance, the delta is about 1 hour from our hotel.

Birdwatching

The delta is home to hundreds of bird species and lies on migration routes. Around the Akgöl and Paradeniz lagoons you can see flamingos, herons and many other waterbirds. The delta's emblem is the purple swamphen.

The best times for birdwatching are the spring and autumn migration seasons and the early morning hours.

Sea turtles

The delta's beaches are among the places where sea turtles nest. During the nesting season, please follow the signs on the beaches and do not use lights at night.

Tips for your visit

• Don't forget binoculars and a camera.
• Go early in the morning, when the birds are more active and it is cooler.
• Follow the rules and signs in the protected area.
• Bring insect repellent, water and a hat.

Combine it with Silifke

You can visit the Göksu Delta on the same day as Silifke Castle and Taşucu. When you return to the hotel in the evening, don't miss the sunset from our pier.