Wall Bay Anchorage Guide
Also known as: Duvar Koyu, Manastır Koyu, Lycian Wall Bay
Wall Bay — known in Turkish as Duvar Koyu or Manastır Koyu — takes its name from the dramatic Lycian stone wall that runs along the shoreline, a relic of a fortified ancient settlement that once guarded this fjord-like inlet in Skopea Limani. The bay has a narrow entrance that opens into a generous anchorage of 8–15m over mud and sand, with the pine-clad hillsides rising steeply on both sides. The Wall Bay Restaurant occupies the eastern shore, operating a wooden jetty for 36 yachts with water and serving its celebrated wood-fired bread to visiting sailors. Wind pattern is consistent: a NW breeze builds each morning around 10:00 and dies at sunset. Arrive early, take a stern line to the orange bollards, and the bay is reliably calm overnight.
Quick Reference
GPS Coordinates
36°38.9'N, 28°51.0'E
Depth
8–15m
Bottom
mud, sand
Holding
GoodProtected From
E, SE, S, SW
Exposed To
NW, N
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 80m to buffer for the daily NW breeze that builds from 10:00. If nighttime downdrafts are expected, tighten the stern line to minimise swing.
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Fjord-like bay with Lycian wall ruins on shore. 8–15m over mud/sand. Restaurant wooden jetty for 36 yachts. NW wind (3–4 Beaufort) builds from ~10:00 daily, dies at sunset. Nighttime downdrafts possible. Take stern line to orange bollards ashore.
Setting Your Anchor
The bottom at Wall Bay is primarily mud and sand with reliable holding when properly set. Use the following approach:
- Approach slowly and check your depth sounder on the way in. At 8–15m, deploy at minimum 7:1 scope (105m chain at 15m 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, Delta. See our guide to anchor types by bottom for detailed comparisons.
Overnight Anchoring & Anchor Alarm
Overnight stays at Wall Bay are feasible but require monitoring. The anchorage is exposed to NW and N winds.
Set your GPS anchor alarm to 80m radius before going below for the night.At 10m depth: 7:1 scope = 70m chain. Recommend 80m to buffer for the daily NW breeze that builds from 10:00. If nighttime downdrafts are expected, tighten the stern line to minimise swing.
A scenic and historical bay that rewards the extra distance from Göcek. The daily NW breeze pattern is predictable — it dies at sunset, leaving calm overnight conditions. The restaurant's wood-fired bread is famous among regular Skopea visitors.
Navigation Hazards
- NW wind builds daily from ~10:00, Force 3–4; plan sailing to arrive before 09:30
- Nighttime downdrafts possible — stern line ashore reduces swing significantly
- Small islets off the headlands — clear carefully on approach
- 1m shallow area on approach — check chart carefully
- SEPA: mandatory buoy reservation; no discharging
Rules & Regulations
- Permit: Not required
- Anchoring fee: Smart buoy fee — reserve 48h ahead
- Mooring buoys: Available — Smart buoy fee via TÜÇA app + restaurant jetty available
- Maximum stay: 3 days per bay
- Restrictions: Mandatory smart mooring reservation (2026). SEPA: no discharging, 6-knot limit. Lycian wall ruins are protected — do not disturb or collect stones.
For a full overview of Turkish anchoring rules, see our overnight anchoring rules by region guide.
Facilities
- Fresh water: Available
- Fuel: Not available — nearest: Göcek town (10nm)
- Restaurant: Wall Bay Restaurant (Tel: 0544 325 1039). Wooden jetty for 36 yachts. Signature farmhouse bread from wood-fired oven. Water at dock.
- Provisions: None on site — Göcek town (10nm)
Skipper's Tips
- Arrive before 09:30 to anchor ahead of the daily NW breeze buildup
- Book a table at the restaurant in advance — the wood-fired bread is not to be missed
- Always take a stern line to the orange bollards; it makes the difference on windy days
- Check the 1m shallow area on approach — keep to the centre of the inlet
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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