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Cleopatra Island

Cleopatra Island is a tiny blip of land rising out of the glassy waters of the Aegean Sea. Officially known as Sedir Island, it is famous for its fluffy sand made from seashells, which, legend has it, Mark Antony imported from Egypt for Cleopatra. Thanks to this extravagant romantic gesture you can enjoy Cleopatra Island’s beautiful beaches and clear turquoise waters on a trip from Marmaris – some hotels can help you book an excursion.

Take a Boat Trip to Cleopatra Island

There are many excursions starting in Marmaris and heading out of the nearby port of Camli. After an enjoyable 30-minute boat ride you land on a small jetty on Cleopatra Island; from here you’ll wander through olive groves to reach the 100-metre-long beach and its perfect sand.

There is strict government security to protect the precious sand on Cleopatra Island: you must shower before you leave to make sure you aren’t carrying any grains with you. Likewise, flip flops and towels aren’t allowed on the beach.

Hotels near Cleopatra Island

It’s best to enjoy a trip to Cleopatra Island with a hotel in Marmaris as your base. Marmaris has plenty of great places to stay and choosing a hotel in the city centre will put you in the heart of the action with all the key sights, beaches, restaurants and the marina nearby.

Choose from charming boutique-style apartments complete with kitchens and lounge areas, basic but comfortable two-star aparthotels, and beachfront all-inclusive resorts with large swimming pools. Bars, lounges, restaurants, saunas and free shuttles are just some of the facilities hotels offer to make your stay in Marmaris more enjoyable.

There is also lots of accommodation on the beach, so whether you’re on a family summer holiday or a relaxed getaway you’ll find a hotel in Marmaris that will provide the ideal base for a trip to Cleopatra Island and the other attractions that Marmaris has to offer, from its beaches to the old town.