Datça Ferry Port
- Freeride, Wave
- Best for
- Intermediate to Advanced
- Skill Level
- Chop, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Moderate
- Crowd Level
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About
Datça Ferry Port (Körmen) is a small, pebble launch by the harbor wall where wind-driven sports are powered by strong, summer Meltemi winds from the north to northwest. The wind is reported as high-reliability, and the peninsula topography can reinforce the flow, producing consistent conditions during the June–September window. For kitesurfing, the combination of deep water, a narrow launch, and chop/small waves makes this a more demanding spot. Reports describe steady gusts and a launch environment with multiple fixed hazards (including rocks and harbor infrastructure), so intermediate riders may find it challenging, while advanced riders are better suited to manage the harbor setting. Wingfoiling is specifically noted as a strong match because the water is deep close to shore—reducing the time spent walking out. However, the same narrow launch and harbor constraints mean you should plan careful launch and recovery, ideally with assistance. Safety-wise, ferry traffic is a key operational consideration: riders are advised to avoid the direct approach paths of arriving/departing ferries and to keep clear of the harbor entrance. Rescue availability is described as none at the spot level, so extra caution, correct gear, and local launch procedures are essential.
- Strong, consistent summer Meltemi from the north to northwest
- Clean, deep water close to shore
- Small pebble harbor launch with consistent wind
- Strong, consistent north/northwesterly Meltemi in summer
- Clean water with good clarity
- Deep water means shorter walk for wingfoilers
- Very narrow pebble launch area
- Ferry traffic and harbor hazards
- Deep, choppy water
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N, NW, W
- Wind Range
- 18–30 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Meltemi (Etesian) winds reinforced by local topography; strong north/northwesterly winds in summer.
- Reliability
- high
- Gust Factor
- Steady
- Best Months
- June, July, August, September
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 7–10 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Chop, Small waves
- Beach
- Pebble
- Beach Size
- Small
- Waves
- Small
- Chop Level
- Moderate chop — Reported as chop; also described as moderate chop for kitesurfing.
- Launch
- Small — Narrow pebble beach near the harbor wall.
Through the year
Can get busy with ferry passengers, especially around typical ferry schedules, but riders report the water remains relatively uncrowded.
December to February
By sport
What to expect for each.
Deep water with a narrow pebble launch and moderate chop; strong, consistent north/northwesterly Meltemi with some gustiness.
- Kite Sizes
- 7–10 m²
Reported as excellent for slalom and freeride windsurfing in strong, consistent Meltemi.
- Sail Sizes
- 4.5–6.5 m²
Highly suitable due to deep water immediately near shore; launch requires care because of limited beach space and harbor hazards.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes
- Min Depth
- 2 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 3–5 m²
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Datça Ferry Port in the full forecast view.
Datça Ferry Port wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–9 ktsGusts 24 kts
- Direction
- WSW258°
- Strongest day
- Mon, Oct 269 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–0.7 m2s period
- Temperature
- 16–24 °C
Over the next 7 days, Datça Ferry Port is forecast for daytime winds of 2–9 kts, peaking around 9 kts on Monday, October 26 with gusts to 24 kts. The prevailing direction is WSW. Waves run 0.1–0.7 m with a period of about 2s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- rocks
- trees
- power lines
- harbor breakwater
- ferry traffic
- deep water
- narrow launch area
Rescue & support
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- No — Spot-level rescue availability is reported as none; regional coast guard services are active.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest major medical facility is Datça State Hospital (112 is the national emergency number).
Rules of the spot
Avoid riding in the direct path of arriving and departing Bodrum–Datça ferries; keep clear of the harbor entrance.
- Keep clear of the harbor entrance.
- Launch and land with assistance due to limited beach space.
- Water at Körmen is deep and can be quite choppy; it’s great for wingfoiling because you don’t have to walk far.
- Conditions are consistent but often gusty due to the peninsula’s steep terrain.
- Wind is usually significantly stronger here than on the southern side of the peninsula.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Datca
- Nearest Town
- Datca
- Nearest Airport
- Dalaman Airport (DLM) ~160 km; Bodrum Milas Airport (BJV) accessible via ferry.
- Parking
- Available at the ferry port area
- Public Transport
- Accessible via frequent dolmuş minibuses from Marmaris and a regular car ferry service connecting to Bodrum.
- Access
- Accessible via asphalt road from Datça town; it is the arrival point for the Bodrum ferry.
- Cost Level
- Moderate
- Local Language
- Turkish
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Pensions and hotels available in Karaköy village and Datça town.
- Food & Drink
- Small cafes and restaurants are located at the ferry port.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Datça Ferry Port?
The best overall months at Datça Ferry Port are June, July, August, September.
Which wind directions work at Datça Ferry Port?
Datça Ferry Port works with N, NW, W winds.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Datça Ferry Port?
Recommended equipment sizes at Datça Ferry Port: Kitesurfing: 7–10 m² · Windsurfing: 4.5–6.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 3–5 m². The typical wind range is 18–30 kts.
What skill level is Datça Ferry Port suitable for?
Datça Ferry Port suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate to Advanced · Windsurfing: Intermediate to Advanced · Wingfoiling: Intermediate to Advanced.