Kabak Bay: A Hidden Paradise on the Lycian Way

Kabak Bay sits at the southern end of a long, winding descent from the village of Faralya on Türkiye's Aegean-Mediterranean coast, reachable only on foot or by a rough mountain road. That relative inaccessibility has kept it far less developed than the resorts further along the coast.

The bay is a stop along the Lycian Way, a roughly 540-kilometer waymarked trekking route that follows the ancient coastline of Lycia through pine forest, cliffside paths, and small bays — widely considered one of the finest long-distance trails in the world.

Kabak itself is known for eco-camps and simple beachside guesthouses rather than large hotels, drawing hikers, campers, and travelers looking for a slower, more unplugged stretch of coast. The turquoise water and steep, green hillsides make it a standout even along a coastline known for scenic bays.

For students based in southwestern Türkiye, the Lycian Way offers everything from a single-day hike to a multi-week trek, with Kabak Bay as one of its most memorable and photogenic stops.