National Park the ideal
place to escape from town fuss and noise is a well-merited
rest and beach afternoon in the national park (since 1960's)
of Kalamaki in the "Dilek Peninsula". Located approx. 30 km
South of Kusadasi, it is only 1-2 km far from the Greek
island Samos.
The Kalamaki beaches count several bays of which the most
important ones are Icmeler (1st bay and only sandy one),
Kavakli and Karapinar. Winters are mostly rainy and Summers
dry. This explains that water sources are the main place
where fauna gathers for drinking. The most dense specie is
the wild pig so do not be bewildered when you see a wild pig
family wandering around in the afternoon.
Due to its clean environment, Kalamaki is also ideal for
picnics. All necessary facilities have been thought of :
water from the mountains, lavatory and picnic tables and
benches. And while you walking around, according to the
season, look at the various kinds of flowers in almost any
color and do hesitate to taste the wild strawberries.
