About Canik

Canik town is located in Samsun Turkey, and famous for its turquoise water, whose crystal clarity is incredible! This increases the level of beach recreation, since the better the water, the more pleasant it is to be in it! But don't be too cool!

Senior friendly

Atakum Beach

Atakum 1.2 km
Very good
8.2
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
6.7 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Atakum plaji

Cakirlar 3.5 km
Very good
8.2
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
3.7 Amenities index
Kids friendly

Fener Plaji

Samsun 3 km
Good
7.3
Paid entrance only • Beach resort • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season
6.7 Amenities index
Good for Relax
Good
7.2
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Gray sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
1.5 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Costal Sahili

Kurtulus 2.4 km
Good
7.1
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Gray sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
1 Amenities index
Good for Relax

Calti Plaji

Kumtepe 2.7 km
Pleasant
6.9
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Gray sand • Turquoise pure water • Sand bottom
1 Amenities index

Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches. The most popular beaches for such a holiday in the vicinity of Canik are Atakum Beach, Atakum plaji, Fener Plaji.

The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Canik, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of town are mainly wide. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Sandy beaches dominate the rest!

Usually, the depth increases very smoothly. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.

2 out of 7 beaches in Canik are partially protected from waves. These protections can be natural or man-made structures. If you're visiting the area during unstable weather, we recommend carefully choosing a place to swim, as high waves may not always be safe. Our filter can help you find a suitable beach.

Latest reviews on Canik's beaches

Calti Plaji
10 Ibo Turk

This place is fantastic, the view is absolutely stunning.

Atakum Beach
10 Kara Morgan

The seaside is absolutely stunning and the weather is surprisingly warm for October. While Germany is already experiencing cold weather, it's lovely and comfortable in Atakum Samsun, Türkiye. We're enjoying the fresh fish options, which are absolutely delicious.

Atakum plaji
10 Dr. Oliver Mitchell

The beach is pleasant and relatively tidy. The sand is predominantly soft and effortless to stroll on.

Kurupelit Halk Plaji
10 Mira Mahdi

Very quiet 🏝️🥳

Kurupelit Sahil
8 Ryder

This beach is a great spot to unwind and enjoy quality time with your family or even by yourself. I highly recommend bringing a book along, as it's easy to find a peaceful and tranquil spot here.

The warmest month during the year in this area is August, with the air temperature rising up to 24.9°C and the water temperature up to 25.2°C. The coldest month is February, with the air temperature dropping down to 9.5°C and the water temperature down to 9.4°C.