Private Transfer toÇolaklı Beach
Soft golden sand, shallow turquoise water and a laid-back resort vibe — Side's calmest family beach.
Çolaklı Beach
Just 9 km west of ancient Side, Çolaklı Beach is the quiet, family-first stretch of the Manavgat coast — a long, wide ribbon of soft fine sand backed by leafy resort gardens rather than crowds and noise. The Mediterranean here is famously gentle: clean, clear turquoise water that stays shallow far from shore, warming early and staying calm, which makes it one of the safest spots on the Turkish Riviera for little ones to paddle. The beach holds Blue Flag-standard cleanliness, with municipal showers, toilets and changing cabins alongside relaxed cafés and beach bars. It's spacious enough to never feel packed, close enough to Side's Roman ruins and Manavgat's waterfalls for an easy day out, and made for travellers who want sunbathing, swimming and sunset strolls over party energy. Comfortable, clean and genuinely kid-friendly.
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Transfer prices to Çolaklı Beach
Fixed price in EUR for a private Eco Van (up to 6 guests) — larger Vito and V-Class options available at booking.
Round-trip includes up to 6 hours wait time. Need longer? Message us for a flat day-rate.
Çolaklı Beach transfer · frequently asked
How do I get to Çolaklı Beach from Antalya Airport?
Çolaklı sits about 73 km east of Antalya Airport (AYT), a straightforward 1-hour drive along the D400 coast road. The easiest option is a SooTransfer private transfer: your driver meets you at arrivals, helps with luggage and takes you straight to your hotel or the beach. A private round trip typically runs around €98–128 for the car (not per person), with free wait-and-return so the same driver brings you back when you're ready.
What's the best way to get there — taxi, bus or private transfer?
Public buses mean a connection through Manavgat or Side and then a local dolmuş, which is slow and awkward with bags and kids. Metered taxis can be pricey and unpredictable for the distance. A SooTransfer private transfer is the sweet spot: a fixed price agreed up front, a clean air-conditioned car, child seats on request and door-to-door service — usually cheaper than two taxis and far less stressful than juggling buses.
Is Çolaklı Beach good for families and young children?
Yes — it's one of the most family-friendly beaches on this coast. The sand is soft and the sea stays shallow and calm a long way out, so toddlers can paddle safely. Add municipal showers, toilets and changing cabins plus relaxed cafés, and it's an easy, low-stress beach day with kids.
Does Çolaklı Beach have sunbeds, showers and water sports?
It does. Public access is free, with sunbed-and-umbrella sets to rent (roughly €8–15/day) and municipal showers, toilets and changing cabins on hand. Beachfront operators along the strip run water sports like parasailing, jet skis and banana-boat rides, and cafés and beach bars sit right behind the sand.
How busy does Çolaklı Beach get?
It's far calmer than Side's central beaches. Because it's long, wide and resort-backed rather than a party hub, it rarely feels packed — even in July and August you can find space. For the quietest experience and the best loungers, come before late morning or visit in the May–June or September–October shoulder season.