Mersin Port

west.

36°33'47"N - 29°04'58"E

At the end of Bektaş Bay, extending with a curve to the west, is Soğuksu Port. The bay is deep inside.

On the southern shore of the bay there is a small cove where only one or two vessels can shelter. To the west of this cove, among the rocks, there is a freshwater spring. The bay, surrounded by pine trees, takes its name from this water.

At the end of the bay there is a small but very beautiful beach. Vessels anchor between 6-8 meters and take lines from the beach or shores. It is a very small, charming but crowded bay.

It is said that the bay was once the pier of the historical Kaya Village. A footpath leads from the shore to the village. Just above the beach, at a point overlooking the sea, there is a dome.

If one wishes to stay peacefully in this excellent bay, it is advisable to avoid the hours between 10:30-17:00.

36°33'48"N - 29°05'23"E

At the end of Bektaş Bay, the eastern cove is Mersin Port. The bay is deep inside.

It is surrounded by steep rocks and pine trees. Compared to Soğuksu Port, it is smaller but more peaceful and sheltered.

Anchor between 6-9 meters on sandy bottom and take lines from shore. However, there is debris close to shore.

It receives light breeze.

It is a very special bay, a different mooring point among high mountains.