Dalaman

Dalaman is a town in Muğla Province, southwestern Turkey, best known as the location of Dalaman Airport (DLM), the main international gateway to the southwest Turkish coast. With a population of around 40,000, it serves as a transport hub and agricultural centre. The Dalaman River is popular for white-water rafting and canoeing.

The climate is Mediterranean with hot, dry summers and mild, rainy winters. Spring and autumn are best for outdoor activities.

By Plane

Dalaman Airport (DLM) is a major international and domestic airport with flights from across Europe and Turkey.

By Car / Road

Dalaman is on the D400 coastal highway. Frequent buses and minibuses to Fethiye, Marmaris, and other resorts.

The town is walkable. Dolmuş connect to nearby beaches and towns.

• Dalaman River — Scenic river popular for rafting.

• Sarısu Beach — A sandy beach 10 km south.

• White-water rafting on the Dalaman River.

• Canoeing and river trekking.

• Use Dalaman as a transit hub for the region.

Restaurants near the river serve grilled trout and Turkish dishes.

Tea houses and cafés.

• Budget: Dalaman Otel — basic transit hotel, around 300–400 TL.

Local produce and airport shopping.

• Fethiye (50 km east, 1 hr) — Ölüdeniz, paragliding, beaches.
• Marmaris (95 km west, 1.5 hr) — Castle, nightlife, marina.
• Köyceğiz (25 km north, 30 min) — Lake and thermal springs.