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Rabbit Island

Gumusluk, Bodrum, Turkey
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Ranked #9 of 18 attractions in Bodrum
Type: Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Traveller Description: "Unique spot both beautiful and with archeological ruins. All Turkey knows about it !" Rabbit Island is Located in Gumusluk Bay. On one side of the... more »
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Chertsey
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

The archeology going on at present on the island turkey is full of history yet to be discovered . the area has some quaint restaraunts and speciality seafood ones nice area in full .

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Ankara, Turkey
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

It may be the time of year but the island is fenced off at the moment and will probably remain so as archaeological excavations continue of the ruins on the island. Also ask the locals about the easiest way to get there. The old causeway to the island is less an underwater path and more like an underwater assault course.

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Antalya, Turkey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

Just few minutes from Yalikavak by local bus, from Bodrum from main bus station to Gumusluk. A small village with the most famous fish restaurants in the area. It is really worth visiting especially evening times. Hmmmm just perfect place. A small island - Rabbit Island, if you are lucky maybe you will see some of rabbits there. The island... More

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Aberdare, Wales, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

We had a bad deal on our boat cruise but all in all the staff were very friendly but we were very disappointed rabbit island is ok but we couldn't go on there so if you have bad vision don't bother

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2013

we took the bus from Bodrum to Gumseluk. The ride was interesting, and the little village along the water was very picturesque, although there is not much there other than restaurants and hotels. We had some trouble finding the underwater ruins, but all at once we looked up and saw people walking on the water and knew we were there.... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2012

An ancient walk over sunken pathways, snorkle amongst scattered ruins and get turned away by a poorly constructed fence to stop island exploration. But the beachside meals make up for all the downsides.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 November 2012

loved the location gumusluk is just a little fishing village,traditional turkey,there are about a dozen fish resturants dotted around the harbour,fresh fish everyday.also there are little craft stalls were the locals make and sell jewellery and trinkets,at the top of the hill near the bus stop there is a bar called mars well worth a visit they sell cider there... More

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guildford
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2012

no rabbits, due to conservation, what conservation, there was nothing happening on here! Bit of a let down, could not tell it apart from any other Turkish island

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Northallerton, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 October 2012

Went with a boat trip aboard the Seashell. When the Capt told us the name of the island we all look at each other is disbelief, then he shouted " Rabbits,Rabbits" and out they came about 15-20 of the cutest little rabbits. Went ashore and feed them. Well worth the trip.

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Stockholm
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 October 2012

You can wade out the island next to the ancient causeway but once there you will be faced by razor wire and keep out signs there to protect the archeological digs. Take your picture from shore and move on.

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