Mud baths and the Sultaniye hot springs in Dalyan

One of the favourite experiences in Dalyan is covering yourself in mud and then relaxing in warm water. There are two well-known places to do it.

The mud baths

Where the Dalyan channel opens into Lake Köyceğiz, you reach the mud baths by boat. Visitors first step into the mineral mud, let it dry in the sun, then rinse off in warm sulphur water. The mud is believed to be good for the skin, and it makes for some of the most fun holiday photos.

Sultaniye hot springs

On the southern shore of Lake Köyceğiz, the Sultaniye hot springs have been used since antiquity. Warm mineral water from the spring fills an old domed pool and open-air pools. Ancient remains can also be seen near the springs.

Planning your day

Boat trips from Dalyan often combine the mud baths with the rock tombs of Kaunos and İztuzu beach, so you get history, nature and the sea in a single day.

Good to know

Wear a swimsuit you don't mind getting stained, as mud can mark fabric. People with heart conditions and pregnant women are advised to check with a doctor before using the hot water. A towel and flip-flops make things easier.