Skiing : Within the province
of Antalya is a ski centre at Saklikent, in the Beydag mountain
range, at 1850m. There are two ski lifts, restaurants, and
accommodation available. The skiing season runs between
January and April, and in the spring months it is possible
to ski in the morning and then swim in the sea in Antalya.
Mountaineering : The Beydag mountain range
has peaks ranging from 600 - 3086 m., with a variety of
geological and typographical features and offer a wide range
of climbing opportunities.
The important peaks are Tekedorugu, Bakirli Dag, Tahtalidag
and Kizlar Sivrisi. Climbers will pass through the cedar
forests of Camkuru Valley on their way to the top. The climbs
can be completed in one day.
Rafting : Within the Koprulu Canyon National
Park, Koprucay is among the most breathtaking rafting centres
in the country. Manavagat River rushes powerfully over the
rocks, and offers excellent rafting opportunities. There
are a couple of agencies in the city who organise trips,
including transport and equipment.
Diving : Various points of Antalya's coastline
provide opportunities for diving.
Hunting : Foreigners can only hunt in parties organised
by Turkish travel agencies which have been authorised by
the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs. These agencies
provide all information concerning seasons, authorised zones,
permits, weapons and ammunition. A list of agencies can
be obtained from the Union of Travel Agencies (TURSAB).
more information, contact:
- Forest Ministry, National Parks and Wildlife General
Directorate, Gazi Tesisleri No 11, Gazi, Ankara.
Tel : (312) 221 1769/212 6300.
Fax: 222 5140.
- Youth and Sport General Directorate, Hunting and Marksman
Federation Ulus Ishani A Blok 4 Kat No 404, Ulus, Ankara.
Tel: (312) 310 6160/310 3960.
Fax: 310 6160.
Along the coasts and in the highlands there is an abundance
of partridge, pheasant, pigeons quail and turtledove. In
the rocky crags and down on the plane there are wild pigeons,
woodcocks and blackbirds.
The wild ducks and geese that live in the lakes and ponds
come down to the coast in the winter. In the forests along
the coast are deer, fox, martin, roe deer, squirrels and
mountain goats, while the mountains have bear and several
species of wolf.
Fishing : Tourists may fish for leisure
purposes in non-prohibited areas without a license. Amateur
equipment and non-commercial, multi-hooked lines should
be usedm and nets should not weigh more than 5 kg. Commercial
fishing by foreigners carries heavy penalties. Details can
be obtained from:
Orman Bakanligi, Su Urunleri Sb. Md. Gazi Tesisleri 11
Nolu Bina Gazi, Ankara.
Tel: (0312 212 6300.
There are endless varieties of fish in the waters around
Antalya, from sea Bream to swordfish. In the semi-salty
waters, where the rivers run into the sea, there is sea
bass and striped mullet, as well as pike, plaice, crayfish,
crawfish and lobster. The area is a paradise for trout fishing,
and in the creeks where trout are in abundance, there are
also bass, carp and eel.
Camping : There are several forest camps
around the resort of Kemer, around 20 km south of Antalya.
The following campsites all have good facilities:
Mico, tel: (0242) 814 1791 Ovedland, tel: (0242) 814 1645
Kindil Cesme, tel: (0242) 814 1075 Turban Camping Beldibi,
tel: (0242) 824 8105
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