- Climate and weather at sea
- Holidays on the Mediterranean Sea in Belek
- Underwater world
- Diving
Belek is the pearl of the Antalya Riviera. The youngest and most advanced resort in Turkey did not grow up on ancient cities and historical ruins, it was famed for the wonderful natural expanses and alluring shores of the Mediterranean Sea, gently wrapping the town in the salty aroma of breezes. Turquoise water, rocky shores, mesmerizing beauty of the lagoon, eucalyptus and coniferous forests - all this invites you to fully enjoy your vacation at the sea in Belek.
Beach tourism is one of the main aspects of the resort. Everything here is somehow connected with the sea, beaches and all kinds of entertainment on the water. The holiday season lasts from May to October, in the rest of the months life here practically stops, in anticipation of spring.
Climate and weather at sea
In May, the water in the Mediterranean Sea warms up to 22-24 ° and gives a start to armies of tourists hungry for sea coolness, sun hugs and chocolate tan. In June, thermometer marks inexorably creep to 30-35 °, in water these indicators approach 27 ° - in such a warm company Belek will have to live until September, when the heat subsides a little and signals the sea that it is time to cool down.
The velvet season lasts until October, although a clear decrease in temperature is felt. In winter, the sea temperature is 17 °, so in spring it is not difficult for him to warm up quickly.
Sportsmen and divers continue to visit the coast even in late autumn, armed with insulated ammunition.
Rains are infrequent guests of the Turkish shores; in the summer months, beach fun lasts non-stop from morning to evening.
Belek Monthly Weather Forecast
What made Belek a leader in beach tourism is its impeccable environmental conditions. The sea in Belek always pleases with its cleanliness and impeccable transparency, so swimming here is not only pleasant, but also quite safe. Due to the sandy bottom, during active rest hours and during storms, the sea often becomes cloudy, but not for long. Once you move away from the coast, you can already look at the underwater panoramas, and if you have glasses or a mask, admiring the sea will not be a problem at all.
Holidays on the Mediterranean Sea in Belek
Belek inherited from Mother Nature 20 kilometers of the sea coast - a magnificent coast strewn with clean sand, and in some places with pebbles. Shallow water and the absence of sudden changes in depth are the main factors that distinguish resort beaches.
As elsewhere in Turkey, all coastal areas are divided between hotels and maximally ennobled, but everyone can relax on them. The territory is regularly cleaned of debris and algae; individual hotels periodically update the landscape with fresh sand. Where the bottom is rocky, platforms are equipped for easy entry. Many beaches have earned the Blue Flag award.
The sea in Belek is mostly calm, without strong waves and currents, storm phenomena are observed infrequently, almost every day the weather favors sea baths, swims and sports feats.
Things to do at sea:
- parasailing;
- jet skis;
- surfing and windsurfing;
- kitesurfing;
- walks on catamarans;
- water attractions - bananas, plates, boats;
- diving;
- fishing.
The quality of rest often depends on the successful choice of the hotel. It is better to take care of this in advance and choose the best accommodation option in terms of comfort, proximity to the beaches and price.
Underwater world
The underwater expanses of the Mediterranean Sea are comparable to the magic kingdom - the kingdom of colors and their most unimaginable combinations. Multicolored corals and sponges, algae and grass form fantastic landscapes of lush marine gardens. This alone attracts and bewitches, but before you is only a prelude. The main wealth of the Mediterranean kingdom is its variegated inhabitants, sometimes combining a whole rainbow of bright colors.
Moray eels, octopuses, crabs, lobsters, bluefin tuna, squid, oysters, mussels, jellyfish, stingrays, mullet, horse mackerel, swordfish, blend dogs, anemones, seahorses, sea turtles, sea dragons, sepias, shrimps, sea urchins, sharks, gobies, wrasses, dolphins and thousands of variegated fish fill the water area.
Active rest in Belek
Diving
Belek is considered not the best place for diving for advanced and experienced athletes, but for beginners, the place is the most suitable. Excellent conditions and service have been created for them. There are no strong currents in the sea in Belek, visibility in the water reaches 20 meters. The best diving sites are located near Exuse Island.
