Altınbeşik Cave National Park
Park Turkish national park protecting limestone cave and sinkholes
Karst cave complex in Antalya Province notable for stalactites and an underground lake; visitors take guided cave tours, short hikes and picnic in the park’s karst scenery.
Altınbeşik Cave National Park is a protected area in Antalya Province, Turkey, established to conserve a karst cave system and its immediate surroundings. The park’s defining feature is a large show cave containing a subterranean lake and karst formations.
Visitors go to view the cave chamber, karst formations and the underground lake, and to learn about the area’s geology. The site is used for short visits and photography rather than extensive cave exploration by casual visitors.
The cave has been known locally for its geological features and was placed under formal protection to conserve the cave and surrounding landscape. Management focuses on limiting impacts to the cave environment while permitting controlled public access.
The national park lies inland in Antalya Province in southern Turkey, within a karst landscape of the broader Taurus mountain region.
- Cave and geology: The park protects a notable karst cave system with stalactites, stalagmites and an underground lake that attracts visitors interested in speleology and geology.
What to See #
- Altınbeşik Cave: Altınbeşik Cave is the principal feature, a karst cave with a large subterranean chamber and a lake fed by sinkholes and underground streams.
How to Get to Altınbeşik Cave National Park #
From Antalya city, drive east on D400 then follow local roads inland toward Manavgat and the Altınbeşik area (approx. 1.5-2 hours by car). There is a short walking trail from the park entrance to the cave; parking and basic visitor facilities are available.
Tips for Visiting Altınbeşik Cave National Park #
- Bring a jacket - caves maintain cool temperatures year‑round (about 10-12°C inside).
- Wear sturdy boots; the trail to the cave is uneven and can be slippery after rain.
- If planning to explore beyond the developed sections, hire a licensed guide - passages can be hazardous.
Best Time to Visit Altınbeşik Cave National Park #
Spring and autumn combine mild weather with lower crowds; the cave itself keeps a stable interior climate any season.
Weather & Climate near Altınbeşik Cave National Park #
Altınbeşik Cave National Park's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 1°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (797 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 7 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 3°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (155 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
