Gumbet

Gumbet is a beach resort town on the Aegean coast of Turkey, around 3 kms from Bodrum. This topaz blue bay is known for its lush green, pine-forest mountains and stunning seashores. Situated in the Bodrum peninsula, Gumbet is an excellent alternative to Bodrum itself. This town makes for an excellent beach holiday, full of hotels, beachside cafes, souks, bars and nightclubs.

Usually a weekend retreat from Bodrum, Gumbet is an exquisite beach destination for backpackers and is preferred by young travelers. The shallow waters and long coastlines of beaches at Gumbet make for an excellent backdrop for water sports activities such as surfing, parasailing, windsurfing and waterskiing. Situated between the highways leading to Bodrum, the windmills are magnificent to behold when in Gumbet. The sandy and spacious beach of Gumbet also offers cruise, yacht and boat trips to and fro Bodrum coastline. The jagged rocks and green trees of Gumbet beach contrast beautifully with the turquoise-blue waters of the sea.