Gündoğan is an active fishing town, also known for sponge diving and for the array of olive and citrus groves. It’s a lot more peaceful and laid back than the bigger towns, and even though it has a thriving tourist trade, it still exists as one of the unspoilt corners of the peninsula.
We’ve visited here for day trips, to sunbathe on the jetties and wander around the town.
The hillsides in this area of the peninsula are shrouded in pine trees, and give Gündoğan a different vibe than some of the more barren looking parts of the peninsula. These hillsides are perfect for hiking and to explore the area for Leleg ruins. There are many different trails to choose from, depending on how adverturous you are.
If you’re not feeling quite that energetic, why not spend your day chilling on the long expanse of sandy beach in the centre of the bay, or on one of the sunbathing jetties that circle the sides of the bay.
Gundogan beach and mosque with motor boat, Bodrum Peninsula Turkey
Either of these vantage points is perfect for watching the small boats and gullets drifting lazily around the bay. Or watching the action as a windsurfer does battle with their sail.
The Gündoğan nightlife tends to be pretty low key. An evening’s festivities is more likely to be spent at one of the restaurants or cafes that circle the bay, lingering over an evening meal, whilst you drink in the view (and your tipple of choice).
Boat Trip All Inclusive / BODRUM
Dalaman River Rafting / BODRUM