Hamam Koyu Anchorage Guide
Also known as: Cinnamon Bay, Cleopatra's Bath, Hamam Bay
Hamam Koyu — Cinnamon Bay or Cleopatra's Bath — lies immediately adjacent to Wall Bay at the southern end of Skopea Limani, but has a distinctly quieter character. The bay is named for a natural hot spring on the shore, where warm water seeps into the sea, a phenomenon that has attracted travellers and sailors for centuries. The anchorage is 8–12m over mud with all-round shelter, a restaurant with a jetty, and the option of a stern line to shore. The combination of natural thermal water, pine forest, and complete shelter makes Hamam Koyu one of the more unusual overnight stops in the Göcek area.
Quick Reference
GPS Coordinates
36°38.7'N, 28°51.0'E
Depth
8–12m
Bottom
mud
Holding
GoodProtected From
N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW
Exposed To
None (all-weather)
Best Months
May, June, September, October
Anchoring Fee
Smart buoy fee — reserve 48h ahead
Permit Required
No
SEPA Smart Mooring — Reservation Required
This bay is within the Fethiye-Göcek SEPA. Book your mooring buoy via the TÜÇA mobile app at least 48 hours in advance. Maximum stay: 3 days per bay, 11 days total in Göcek bays. No discharging. Speed limit 6 knots. Fines doubled in SEPA.
Recommended Anchor Alarm Radius
At 10m depth: 7:1 scope = 70m chain. Recommend 75m. All-round shelter means calm overnight. Stern line to shore keeps boat stable and allows tighter alarm.
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Deep, all-round sheltered cove adjacent to Wall Bay. 8–12m over mud. Restaurant with jetty. Take stern line to shore. Named for a natural hot spring/bath site accessible from the beach.
Setting Your Anchor
The bottom at Hamam Koyu is primarily mud with reliable holding when properly set. Use the following approach:
- Approach slowly and check your depth sounder on the way in. At 8–12m, deploy at minimum 7:1 scope (84m chain at 12m depth).
- Drop into the wind or current and pay out chain steadily as the boat drifts back — do not allow chain to pile on the anchor.
- Set firmly in reverse. Apply moderate throttle astern for 30–60 seconds. The chain should tighten without the boat moving backwards.
- Take a GPS bearing. Note your position once set and compare to the scope calculator to confirm you have adequate chain for the depth.
Recommended anchor types for this bottom: Rocna, Mantus, CQR. See our guide to anchor types by bottom for detailed comparisons.
Overnight Anchoring & Anchor Alarm
Overnight stays at Hamam Koyu are excellent — 360-degree protection means minimal boat movement.
Set your GPS anchor alarm to 75m radius before going below for the night.At 10m depth: 7:1 scope = 70m chain. Recommend 75m. All-round shelter means calm overnight. Stern line to shore keeps boat stable and allows tighter alarm.
Quieter than the nearby Wall Bay, Hamam Koyu attracts sailors drawn by the hot spring and the complete all-round shelter. Adjacent to Wall Bay — a short dinghy ride reaches the restaurant there.
Navigation Hazards
- SEPA: mandatory buoy reservation; no discharging
- Deep (8–12m) — ensure 85m+ chain at 7:1
Rules & Regulations
- Permit: Not required
- Anchoring fee: Smart buoy fee — reserve 48h ahead
- Mooring buoys: Available — Smart buoy fee via TÜÇA app
- Maximum stay: 3 days per bay
- Restrictions: Mandatory smart mooring reservation (2026). SEPA: no discharging. Hot spring site is an ancient cultural feature — no modification.
For a full overview of Turkish anchoring rules, see our overnight anchoring rules by region guide.
Facilities
- Fresh water: Not available on site
- Fuel: Not available — nearest: Göcek town (11nm)
- Restaurant: Restaurant with jetty in the bay. Basic mezes and seafood served in season.
- Provisions: None on site — Göcek town (11nm)
Skipper's Tips
- Book smart buoy 48h ahead via TÜÇA app
- Visit the hot spring — the water is warmest in the morning before the day's swimming traffic
- Wall Bay's restaurant is a 5-minute dinghy ride if you prefer that dining option
- Take a stern line to keep the boat settled in this enclosed cove
A note on this guide: The data in this guide has been researched from multiple sailing sources and is provided in good faith. Anchorage conditions — including depth, holding, and local regulations — can change. Before visiting, always check current weather forecasts, NAVTEX and VHF weather bulletins, and consult your up-to-date charts. The Fethiye-Göcek SEPA mooring rules and fees change annually — verify current requirements via the TÜÇA app and ÇEYAŞ authority before departure. Use a GPS anchor alarm and never rely solely on a guide for navigational decisions.
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