How long is Stage 21 of the Lycian Way and how long does it take?

Stage 21 is 17 km long. Estimated hiking time: 6 to 8 hours.

How difficult is the Karaöz → Gelidonya Feneri → Adrasan stage?

Rated Moderate. Elevation gain: +600m, loss: -600m.

Is water available on Stage 21 of the Lycian Way?

Water availability: None. Always carry at least 2 liters as conditions can change.

Is there mobile signal on Stage 21?

Mobile signal: Weak. Download offline maps before starting.

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STAGE 21Moderate

Karaöz → Gelidonya Feneri → Adrasan

Stage Overview

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Distance

17 km

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Duration

6–8 hrs

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Ascent

+600 m

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Descent

-600 m

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Water

None

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Signal

Weak

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Region

Olimpos

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Waymarks

Red-White

Elevation Profile

Route Description

The lighthouse at Cape Gelidonya perches above crashing waves — one of the most dramatic vistas on the entire trail.

✨ Highlights

✓Cape Gelidonya lighthouse

✓Dramatic headland

✓Hidden coves

⚠️ Watch Out

!Cape exposed to wind and sun — start early

!No resupply between Karaöz and Adrasan

← Prev

Finike → Mavikent → Karaöz

Adrasan → Musa Dağı → Olympos → Çıralı

GPS & Navigation

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💡 Quick Tips

→Start before 8am to beat the heat

→Carry 2+ litres of water at all times

→Book accommodation in advance in high season

→Trekking poles highly recommended

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Stage Guide

Everything you need to know before you walk

The lighthouse at Cape Gelidonya is one of the defining images of the Lycian Way — a white tower perched above crashing waves with a 360-degree panorama of coastline and islands. The path to reach it is dramatic: traversing rocky headlands above vertiginous drops to the sea.

The cape itself marks an important point: south of here the Aegean gives way to the eastern Mediterranean. Ancient sailors feared this headland — numerous wrecks have been found offshore, including one of the oldest shipwrecks ever excavated.

The descent to Adrasan is through fragrant pine forest, arriving at a long sandy beach that is exceptional out of peak season.

Key advice: The approach to the lighthouse involves some easy scrambling on rock — take your time. Wind can be fierce at the cape. Adrasan has several pansiyons and restaurants clustered around the beach.

Frequently Asked Questions

Essential information for hiking Stage 21