Top 5 best scooter rentals in Fethiye

Fethiye rewards anyone willing to leave the harbour behind. Twist the throttle and within half an hour you can be looking down at the turquoise curve of Ölüdeniz and the Blue Lagoon, or picking your way through the quiet, sun-bleached lanes of Kayaköy's abandoned village. On a scooter rental in Fethiye, the whole bay opens up — and you set the pace, not a tour bus timetable.

This coastline was practically made for two wheels. The roads between Fethiye's bays are narrow, winding and often too slow or too expensive to cover by taxi or dolmuş, but they're a pleasure on a scooter — light traffic once you clear the town centre, short hops between beaches and viewpoints, and no need to hunt for parking in the old town's tight streets. No car licence, no fuss: just you, the coast road, and wherever you decide to stop.

Top 10 things to see in Fethiye by scooter

1. Ölüdeniz & Blue Lagoon — Turkey's most photographed beach, about 20–25 minutes from central Fethiye.
2. Kayaköy (Karmylassos) — an abandoned Greek ghost village in the hills, an easy loop from Fethiye or Ölüdeniz.
3. Saklıkent Gorge — a dramatic canyon and cold-water walk roughly 45 minutes inland.
4. Babadağ Mountain viewpoint road — a winding climb toward the paragliding launch site, with panoramic views over Ölüdeniz.
5. Fethiye Amphitheatre (Telmessos Ancient Theatre) — a Roman-era theatre right in town, worth a stop before heading out.
6. Lycian Rock Tombs (Amyntas Tomb) — cliffside tombs cut into the rock above the harbour, visible from the town centre.
7. Çalış Beach — a long, sunset-facing promenade just north of Fethiye, ideal for a short evening ride.
8. Kabak Bay — a remote, cliff-backed cove reached via a winding forest road, a favourite with adventurous riders.
9. Göcek — an upscale marina town along the coast road, past pine-covered hills and quiet bays.
10. Faralya & the Lycian Way viewpoints — a cliffside village above Kabak with some of the coast's most dramatic outlooks.

What do you need to rent a scooter in Fethiye?

For a moped or light scooter you'll generally need an M-category licence (125cc machines fall under A1) — a car licence alone usually isn't enough, even if some resort shops are relaxed about checking. Bringing an International Driving Permit (IDP) alongside your home licence is strongly recommended. Most rentals require riders to be at least 18, and shops will ask for a deposit, either a card hold or cash; it's safer to leave a passport photocopy plus deposit than to hand over the original document.

How much does it cost to rent a scooter in Fethiye?

A basic 50cc scooter runs from around 450–650 TRY per day in low season, rising to roughly 900–1,400 TRY per day at the height of summer. If you want something with a bit more power for the mountain roads, 125–300cc models such as a Honda PCX cost around 1,500–2,500 TRY per day.

• Prices climb steadily from spring, peaking in July and August.
• November to March is the cheapest window, though fewer shops stay open.
• Booking a few days ahead in summer helps you avoid the highest last-minute rates.

When to book a rental scooter in Fethiye?

High season runs June through August, when demand — and prices — peak along the coast. Low season stretches from November to March, with quieter roads and the lowest daily rates, though some rental shops close for the winter. If you can, aim for May, June, September or October: the weather is kind, the roads are calmer, and prices sit comfortably between the two extremes.

Local traffic rules in Fethiye

Turkey drives on the right. Helmets are compulsory for both rider and passenger on any motorised two-wheeler, including 50cc scooters, and police do check. Speed limits are generally 50 km/h in town and 90 km/h on rural roads, with motorcycles and scooters held to lower limits than cars. The blood-alcohol limit is just 0.05%, so it's best to treat any riding day as a no-drinking day. Ride defensively in Fethiye's summer traffic — lane discipline is loose, and vehicles pull out without much warning.

Types of scooters available

On our website you can rent the following types of scooters: classic scooter, Vespa, moped, motoroller, motoscooter, with a sidecar, with automatic or manual gears, three-wheeled scooters, large, maxi-scooter, touring, scooters with a windscreen and a roof, underbones, electric scooters.

Models of scooters available

On our website you can hire scooters from the following manufacturers: Adly, Aeon, Aprilia, Piaggio, Bajaj, Benelli, Beta, BMW, Derbi, Gilera, Honda, Kawasaki, Kymco, LML, Malaguti, Peugeot, PGO, Suzuki, SYM, TVS, Vespa, Yamaha.

Which insurance is provided with my rental scooter?

Usually basic third-party insurance is included in the rental price. If you wish to have more protection you can purchase additional CDW insurance, which limits your risk to the amount of your deposit. If you wish to rent a scooter without a deposit and with zero risk, you will need to add full insurance to your reservation.

Extra services available

When you make an online scooter reservation you can also order the following extra services and equipment: integral helmet, GPS navigation, intercom, unlimited mileage, top case, side cases, boots, jacket, gloves, individual guide or tour, map, full insurance, one-way rental, delivery to your hotel, delivery to your address, delivery to the arrival point of your choice.

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Most of our local moped rental companies have many years of experience and will provide you with a well-kept scooter, helmet, lock, top case, GPS, insurance and friendly service. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a scooter, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!