What's included in your Mark Warner holiday
Set in landscaped gardens within a gorgeous pine forest, this sizable all-inclusive resort overlooks three breathtaking bays on the southern coast of Turkeys Bodrum peninsula. Terrace gardens of blazing pink bougainvillea and lush green lawns lead down to the sparkling turquoise waters of the Aegean, while Bodrum is just a short hop away by public transport.
The Sea Garden Resort Bodrum has a prime watersports location, with a small sheltered bay ideal for snorkelling, diving, SUP boarding and learning to sail, and a larger bay beyond with stronger wind conditions perfect for more advanced sailors. Alternatively, relax with a cooling drink on the beach decking extending out over the water or pamper yourself in the spa.
For younger visitors there is a children's pool with a water octopus and heaps of activities for all ages, from puppet shows and parachute games to sailing, all hosted by our qualified British childcare staff and watersports instructors.
This is the largest resort in which we operate, with the benefit of its own hillside 'village', Mini Bodrum, complete with a quaint cobbled street of bars and shops, including an art gallery, a spice bazaar, a fashion boutique and a jewellery shop.
Note: Visitors to Turkey must obtain an e-visa from here at least one week before departure.
You need to have a travel document valid for at least 6 months from the date you intend to enter Turkey.
The Waterfront at the Sea Garden Hotel is situated in a small sheltered bay which is fantastic for beginner sailors. With first class tuition from Royal Yachting Association (RYA) instructors, we operate FREE group sailing clinics for sailors of all standards, with a great range of equipment for kids right up to seasoned professionals.
In addition, there is a full range of RYA Sailing Courses and tuition:
Adults from £70 per week
Children (6 years +) from £50 per week
Private tuition from £50 for 60 minutes
Like sailing, mixed wind conditions at the Sea Garden Beach Resort are great for every level of windsurfer. Free tuition for all levels is included in the price of your holiday.
In addition, there is a full range of RYA Windsurfing Courses and tuition:
Adults from £70 per week
Children (6 years +) from £50 per week
Private tuition from £50 for 60 minutes
Whether you are up for a gentle knock up or a challenging game, there is plenty of opportunity for a game of tennis on the Astroturf courts situated in Mini Bodrum.
Although not run by Mark Warner Tennis coaching staff, the Sea Garden team will be on hand to help with your court bookings.
Court Bookings:
25TL in daylight
30TL in floodlit hours
Scuba diving is offered locally by Erman Dive Centre and National Geographic Dive. All courses are bookable in resort and are subject to local taxes.
Equipment rental:
One dive £9
Two dives £14
Courses:
Refresher Course £50
Beach Dive £27
Boat Dive & Night Dive (Beach) £32
3 day pack (6 dives) £150
5 day pack (10 dives) £227
Holidays at Sea Garden Resort are all inclusive, with all meals, house wine and Turkish beers and spirits (except imported ones) included in the price.
Breakfast and lunch are taken in the elegant Laguna restaurant with its bay-view terrace. The plentiful buffets and grills include local fish dishes.
In the evening, you can dine in the Laguna, the light, airy Amphora buffet and grill restaurant, and, on two nights a week, in ChaCha South American restaurant with its lovely bay views, the bustling Italian La Cucina, with its pizzas and pasta dishes, or at Turkish Night, a traditional street party with local dishes and atmosphere.
Bars dotted around the resort included the Beach Bar and the Sunset Bar with its terrace from which to watch the sun sink over the sparkling Aegean.
For those who want to make a night of it, Mini Bodrum village is home to the Buddha Bar nightclub (drinks not included) and the Agora Bar with its live shows, bands and DJs.
The Sea Garden’s purpose-built Knidos spa offers a range of treatments, from massages to facials, plus a sauna, hammam, indoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi. There is also a fitness centre with all the latest equipment.
Please note: From 10th April 2014 the traditional “stamp” visa collected on arrival will be replaced by the e-visa. Visitors to Turkey must obtain an e-visa by visiting the following website www.evisa.gov.tr prior to travel.
An e-visa costs 20 USD per person and should be obtained at least one week before departure. However, they can be obtained up to 24 hours before. Passengers will be emailed documents 24 hours after application and must print copies to carry with them during travel. Passengers without an e-visa will not be granted entry into Turkey. Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of 6 months from the date of entry into Turkey and have at least 3 months validity from the date you are leaving Turkey
With its traditional stone and whitewashed exteriors, accommodation at the Sea Garden Resort Bodrum blends into the pine forest landscape.
The hotel offers 288 well-appointed rooms all with stunning views towards the sea or of the gardens. All guest rooms are furnished in a warm contemporary style, have en-suite bathrooms, private balconies and air-conditioning. Rooms are a mixture of twins or doubles, and some interconnect. Interconnecting rooms are limited thus very popular and sell quickly. All rooms can take an extra bed and cot.
These attractive contemporary guest rooms have 2 single beds, a private furnished balcony with door and window. There is a walk-in wardrobe opposite the en-suite bathroom, by the entrance. The en-suite bathrooms have a separate WC within the room.
Superior Twins are sea facing.
Maximum Occupancy: 4
Extra bedding: 1 fold-up bed and a cot
These attractive guest rooms have a super king bed (2 single mattresses made up as a double), a private furnished balcony with door and window. There is a walk-in wardrobe opposite the en-suite bathroom, by the entrance. The en-suite bathrooms have a separate WC within the room.
Superior Doubles are sea facing.
Maximum Occupancy: 4
Extra bedding: 1 fold-up bed and a cot
These spacious guest rooms are dotted about the resort. Tastefully decorated these double and twin rooms with interconnecting door offer the perfect accommodation for families looking for additional space. All rooms consist of two bedrooms with a connecting door, one super king size bed and 2 single beds. There are some interconnecting rooms that consist of two twin rooms thus accommodating four single beds.
Each room has a private furnished balcony or terrace and floor-to-ceiling with door and window. There is a walk-in wardrobe opposite the en-suite bathroom, by the entrance. The en-suite bathrooms have a separate WC within the room.
Maximum Occupancy: 8
Extra bedding: 2 fold-up beds and 2 cots
Accessible Rooms
There are a few accessible guest rooms that are located near to the main building. These accessible twin rooms have en-suite roll-in shower rooms that include a seat and grab rails.
Accommodation
The hotel has 288 guest rooms and 570 beds excluding extra beds and cots. Mark Warner has an allocation of 90 rooms and 180 beds; 8 of these rooms are interconnecting.
Air Conditioning
All guest bedrooms have an adjustable thermostat allowing individuals to regulate room temperatures.
Alarm Radio
All guest rooms have an alarm/radio. Some rooms have iPod capability.
Baby Cots
Travel cots are available for all infants under 2 years of age on the date of outbound travel. Cots and baby baths must be requested.
Balcony / Terrace
All guest rooms have a private balcony.
Balcony / Terrace Furniture
Outdoor table and chairs are provided.
Bathroom Facilities
All guest rooms have an en-suite room with bath and hand held shower attachment.
Bathrobe
Towelling bathrobes are available for adults on request from reception.
Bath Slippers
Not available.
Beach / Pool Towels
Complimentary, available at the pool.
Bed Linen
All guest beds have sheets and covers. Double linen can be provided for twins that are pushed together. Cot linen is provided.
Beds
Twin beds are pushed together, they can be separated. Double beds cannot be pulled apart.
Beds – Extra
Extra beds can be used by adults if required.
Black-Out Curtains
Not available.
Bottled Water
Bottled water is provided at all bars, free of charge.
Complimentary toiletries
Hapimage toiletries are complimentary and refilled as required.
Direct Dial Telephone
In-room direct dial telephones, International Direct Dialling (IDD) is available.
Electricity Supply
Guest rooms have 2-pin sockets providing 220V.
Hairdryer
A hairdryer is available in all guest rooms, fixed in the bathroom.
Housekeeping
Guest rooms are cleaned daily with linen and towels changed mid-week. Housekeeping is available 24 hour if required via reception.
Mini Bar
A fridge (mini bar size) is provided. The fridge is stocked and any items used are chargable.
Network Cable Access
All guest rooms have a network cable available for internet access.
No Smoking
All guest rooms are non-smoking.
Room Allocation
Guest rooms are allocated by Sea Garden. Rooms cannot be guaranteed but all requests will be accommodated, where possible.
Room Rating
4-star.
Room Service
In-room dining is available.
Safe
All guest rooms have an in-room safe found inside the walk-in wardrobe.
Shaving / Make up mirror
Available in all guests rooms; fixed in the bathroom.
Tea & Coffee Facilities
Kettle, coffee, tea, sugar and long life milk are provided.
Television
All guest rooms have a 32 Inch LCD HD Flat Panel.
Television - standard channels
English language channels are BBC World News and CNN. There are some subtitled Turkish channels with American TV shows.
Television - premium channels
Not available.
WiFi
WiFi is free of charge. Strengths vary between rooms, room numbers act as login codes.
With five children's clubs for those aged 1 to 17 years, staffed by Mark Warner's qualified British nannies, you can rest assured your children will be fully entertained in a happy and fun environment.
Each club has a structured activity timetable, balancing indoor and outdoor play mindful of the hottest parts of the day. Older children learn to windsurf and sail a fun boat as part of their club, in the company of our nannies and instructors, while toddlers are taken for a strolls in their buggies round the peaceful gardens.
Lots of room for indoor and outdoor play and plenty of stimulating toys and games. We strongly recommend pre-booking these clubs in the UK.
1 Year Olds: Our Toddler 1 Club has lots of room for indoor and outdoor games. We aim to maintain a ratio of one nanny to every three children.
6 Mornings: 9am to 12.30pm – £180 per week
6 Afternoons: 2.30pm to 5.30pm – £180 per week
6 Full days: 9am to 12.30pm and 2.30pm to 5.30pm – £360 per week
2 Year Olds: Our Toddler 2 Club provides fun games inside and outside the crèche. We aim to maintain a ratio of one nanny to every four children.
6 Mornings: 9am to 12.30pm – FREE
6 Afternoons: 2.30pm to 5.30pm – FREE
6 Full days: 9am to 12.30pm and 2.30pm to 5.30pm – £180 per week
Sample Daily Activity Programme
| 9am | Indoor Activity | Under the Sea collage |
| 10am | Outdoor Activity | Bikes and Trikes |
| 11am | Outdoor Activity | Pool Fun |
| 12pm | Indoor Activity | Songs and Stories |
| 2.30pm | Indoor Activity | Splatter Painting |
| 3.30pm | Outdoor Activity | Sandcastles |
| 4.30pm | Outdoor Activity | Ball Pool Fun |
A fun-filled activity programme and a high ratio of nannies to children. We strongly recommend pre-booking this club in the UK.
6 Mornings: 9am to 12.30pm – FREE
6 Afternoons: 2.30pm to 5.30pm – FREE
6 Full days: 9am to 12.30pm & 2.30pm to 5.30pm – £180 per week
Sample Daily Activity Programme
| 9am | Indoor Activity | String Sea Painting |
| 10am | Outdoor Activity | Sailing |
| 11am | Outdoor Activity | 'Finding Nemo' |
| 12pm | Indoor Activity | Songs and Stories |
| 2.30pm | Indoor Activity | Parachute Games |
| 3.30pm | Outdoor Activity | Wave Jumping |
| 4.30pm | Indoor Activity | Puppet Show |
A varied programme of activities throughout the day including an introduction to sailing and windsurfing using junior equipment. We strongly recommend pre-booking this club in the UK.
6 Full days: 9am to 12.30pm & 2.30pm to 5.30pm - FREE
Sample Daily Activity Programme
| 9am | Outdoor Activity | Windsurfing/Sailing |
| 10am | Indoor/Outdoor Activity | Table Tennis |
| 11am | Indoor/Outdoor Activity | Circus Tricks |
| 12pm | Indoor/Outdoor Activity | Show Practice |
| 2.30pm | Outdoor Activity | Pool Gladiators |
| 3.30pm | Outdoor Activity | Beach Volleyball |
| 4.30pm | Indoor/Outdoor Activity | Rip Tag |
A lively programme of activities and watersports throughout the day including tuition in windsurfing and sailing. Children can sign themselves in and out of club according to the activities they wish to take part in. We strongly recommend pre-booking this club in the UK.
6 Full days: 9am to 12.30pm and 2.30pm to 5.30pm – FREE
Sample Daily Activity Programme
| 9am | Outdoor Activity | Rounders |
| 10am | Outdoor Activity | Windsurfing/Sailing |
| 11am | Outdoor Activity | Sea Frisbee |
| 12pm | Outdoor/Indoor Activity | Body Art |
| 2.30pm | Outdoor Activity | Canoeing |
| 3.30pm | Outdoor Activity | Kite-Flying |
| 4.30pm | Outdoor/Indoor Activity | Cricket |
A space for teenagers to meet up and make friends of their own age and enjoy a full programme of activities; run during the summer school holiday period. We strongly recommend pre-booking this club in the UK.
6 Full days: 9am to 12.30pm and 2.30pm to 5.30pm – FREE
Sample Daily Activity Programme
| 10am | Windsurfing |
| 11am | Beach Volleyball |
| 3pm | Waterpolo |
| 4pm | Beach Cricket |
| 5pm | Kayaking |
| 8pm | Indy Dinner |
| 9.30pm | Evening Entertainment |
The newly named Sea Gang Cool Club has been revamped with a big screen which computer games can be played. There’s a table football, table tennis and two Mac computers. There’s also soft seating for relaxation. A staff member from Sea Garden's Entertainment department is on hand should teens need any assistance.
Free evening activities are available for children booked into our kids clubs during school holiday periods from 7.30-9pm.
Ages 4 months to 5 years
Our supervised Evening Listening Service from 7.30pm until 11pm includes a quiet sleeping area for younger children and a comfy bean bag area for watching a DVD.
Ages 6 to 9 years
7.30pm to 8.30pm - Entertainments for those booked into our Junior Club.
8.30pm to 11pm - Supervised Movie screening for all Mark Warner children in resort.
Ages 10 to 13 years
7.30pm to 9.30pm - Dinner and entertainments for those booked into our Kidz Club.
Indy Club
8.00pm to 10.30pm - Dinner and entertainments for those booked into our Indy Club.
Please note: Evening Listening Service is not open on Saturday's in peak season.
Please note: Club operating times and number of days may vary depending on your transfer day and choice of resort. Prices will be amended accordingly at the time of booking.
Children's Mealtimes
We have an early children's buffet dinner every evening, with plenty of healthy, child-friendly dishes. This high tea is available for children 4 months to 9 years.
The Waterfront at the Sea Garden Hotel is situated in a small sheltered bay which is fantastic for beginner sailors. The small bay opens up into a large bay which consistently has good wind conditions more suitable for intermediate and advanced sailors. The winds are mainly light in the mornings building through to a Force 4-5 cross shore.
The waterfront is open Sunday to Friday all season, from 9am to 5.30pm.
With first class tuition from Royal Yachting Association (RYA) instructors, we offer free group sailing lessons and clinics for sailors of all standards five days a week, with a great range of equipment for children right up to seasoned professionals.
In addition, there is a full range of RYA Sailing courses and tuition:
Adult RYA courses from £70
Child RYA courses (6 years +) from £50
Private tuition from £50 for 60 minutes
Free group windsurfing lessons and clinics for all levels of windsurfer is included in the price of your holiday. All you need do is meet the waterfront team at the start of your holiday and choose the right course for you. We'll have you out in the water in no time.
Plus, there's a great range of RYA Windsurfing courses and tuition:
Adult RYA courses from £70
Youth RYA (10-13 years) from £50
Private tuition from £50 for 60 minutes
Scuba Diving is offered locally by Erman Dive Centre and National Geographic Dive. All courses are bookable in resort and are subject to local taxes.
Equipment Rental:
One dive £9
Two dives £14
Courses:
Refresher Course £50
Beach Dive £27
Boat Dive or Night Dive (Beach) £32
3 day pack (6 dives) £150
5 day pack (10 dives) £227
There is snorkelling equipment that can be hired for 14 euros per day, alternatively snorkelling tours are 25 euros and a great way to explore the local coastline.
A great way to explore the local coastline, Kayaks are available for use free of charge.
This fun sport is easy to learn (unlike surfing!) and what's more you will benefit from a strong 'core' workout. Within an hour or two you will find you are more than comfortable on your board on the water.
Starboard Stand-up Paddleboards are available for use free of charge.
The Waterfront at the Sea Garden Hotel is situated in a small sheltered bay which is fantastic for beginner sailors. The small bay opens up into a large bay which consistently has good wind conditions more suitable for intermediate and advanced sailors. The winds are mainly light in the mornings building through to a Force 4-5 cross shore.
Please note the waterfront is open Sunday to Friday 9am - 5.30pm during the season.
Group sailing clinics run over 5 days of the week and are tailored to ability. Groups are made up of a maximum of 6 people. Simply come along to a watersports briefing at the beginning of your holiday and sign up to join a group.
Introduction to Sailing
Learn the basic skills which will get you out on the water in no time, and enjoy the thrills of sailing a Laser Pico.
FREE 3 hours of tuition.
Refresher Sailing
If you haven't sailed in a while, then this 1 hour session will refresh your memory and your skills.
FREE 1 x 1 hour session.
Improver Sailing
If you are looking to progress your sailing skills to race techniques, trapezing, asymmetrics and catamaran sailing, then join our Improver Sailing Clinics across your holiday week.
FREE 5 x 1½ hour sessions.
Please note: The waterfront is open 6 days a week in the off-peak season and 7 days a week in peak season from 9am to 5.30pm.
As an RYA accredited centre, we are able to teach the National Sailing Scheme. This offers our guests the chance to earn a recognised, certified qualification, ideal for those interested in owning a dinghy or joining a sailing club. The minimum age for the below courses is 14 years. For younger sailors we are delighted to offer the RYA Youth Sailing Scheme.
RYA Start Sailing (Level 1)
The beginner's course. Run throughout the course of the week, teaches the fundamentals of sailing. By the end of the course, participants will have a basic understanding of sailing up, down and across wind, turning the boat and how to recover from a capsize. RYA Start Sailing certificate and log book (subject to successful assessment) are awarded. This course is always popular and we recommend pre-booking in the UK.
Price £70
RYA Basic Skills (Level 2)
Tuition taking you to the next level throughout the course of the week. This course consolidates the skills learnt on the Start Sailing course and sets out the foundations of sailing. By the end of it you'll be a competent light-wind sailor. RYA Basic Skills certificate (subject to successful assessment) is awarded. Again, a very popular course, it is recommended to pre-book in the UK.
Price £70
RYA Better Sailing (Level 3)
A recent addition to the National Sailing Scheme, this excellent course bridges the gap between Start Sailing, Basic Skills and the Advanced Modules making the transition easier for those wishing to progress through the scheme. Through a large amount of time spent at the helm, confidence is built and technique is developed. RYA Better Sailing certificate (subject to successful assessment) is awarded. Pre-bookable in the UK.
Price £70
Further Modules are for those who have already mastered the practical skills and absorbed the background knowledge required for levels 2-3.
RYA Seamanship Skills
The successful sailor will be capable of manoeuvring a dinghy in a seamanlike manner and capable of making seamanship decisions in moderate conditions. The emphasis of the course is placed on increasing self-reliance and decision making. Run over the course of the week. Booked in resort, available for adults and children 14 years and over.
Price £70
RYA Sailing with Spinnakers
An exhilharating course that, through the course of the week, teaches you how to rig, hoist, drop and trim a spinnaker effectively. Large amounts of time are spent on the water, learning how to maximise boat speed and understand best course downwind. A useful course to do if you are interested in racing crewed boats. Booked in resort, available for adults and children 14 years and over.
Price £70
For children under 14 years we offer the RYA Youth Sailing Scheme. The YSS offers both a fun and educational experience. Structured and progressive learning, delivered under the watchful eye of our experienced, qualified instructors will allow children to come away with an RYA qualification. The scheme links in with the adult programme allowing for a smooth transition as children's skills develop.
Stage 1 (Age 6-13 years)
Spread over the course of the week, introducing younger sailors to the basics of launching and recovering, steering, parts of the boat and basic sailing. A certificate (subject to successful assessment) is awarded at the end of the course. It is recommended to pre-book in the UK.
Price £50
Stage 2 (Age 6-13 years)
Instruction throughout the course of the week increases the ability of the young sailor's basic sailing skills, rope work and collision avoidance. At the end of the course they will be able to tack and control boat speed and leave and return to shore under supervision. Pre-bookable in the UK.
Price £50
Stage 3 (Age 8-13 years)
Tuition over the course of the week focusing on rigging, launching and recovery, sailing techniques, capsize recovery and sailing theory. By the end of the course the young sailor will be able to launch and sail a dinghy around a triangle with confidence in moderate conditions. A certificate is awarded at the end of the week upon successful completion. Pre-bookable in the UK.
Price £50
Stage 4 (Age 8-13 years)
Teaching sailing techniques including launch, mooring and recovery manoeuvres in crewed boats and recovering man overboard throughout the course of the week. A certificate is awarded at the end of the week upon successful completion. Booked in resort only.
Price £50
Please note: It is advisable to pre-book courses prior to departure in the UK, as courses booked in resort are subject to local taxes of over 20%.
Available for all levels of sailor this lesson is tailored to your needs and is for both adults and children. Booked in resort with a maximum of 2 participants.
1 x 60 minute lesson
Price £50
The mixed wind conditions at the Sea Garden Beach Resort are great for every level. Mornings tend to be calmer, tempting novice windsurfers out, whereas the breeze builds in the afternoon, often making for superb conditions for the more advanced.
We have a large team of qualified instructors to teach you on a one-to-one basis, as part of an RYA course or in a free group lesson, or there is plenty of kit for personal use if you prefer to go it alone. Our staff even rig and de-rig equipment for you so you get the most from your time on the water).
Please note: All courses booked in resort are subject to local taxes.
Free tuition for all levels of windsurfer is included in the price of your holiday. All you need do is meet the waterfront team at the start of your holiday and choose the right course for you. We'll have you out on the water in no time.
Introduction to Windsurfing
Learn the basics, how to turn 180 degrees and sailing across the wind.
FREE 3 hours of tuition.
Refresher Windsurfing
For those who have mastered the basics but would like to refresh their skills and move on.
FREE 1 x 1 hour dry land session.
Improver Windsurfing
Windsurfers wanting to progress to beach starts, using a harness and foot straps, faster tacks and freestyle.
FREE 5 x 1½ hour sessions.
Please note: The waterfront is open 6 days a week 9am to 5.30pm, all season.
For those looking to progress even further and gain a windsurfing qualification, we offer RYA courses throughout the summer. Our Adult RYA courses have a minimum age of 14 years. For younger windsurfers we are delighted to offer the RYA Youth Windsurfing Scheme.
RYA Start Windsurfing
Tuition throughout the week with an introduction to the basics. On completion, you'll be awarded an RYA logbook and certificate (subject to assessment). Pre-bookable in the UK.
Price £70
RYA Intermediate Windsurfing - Non Planing course
The introduction of the Fastfwd coaching will help to fine tune your basic skills, making you windsurf faster and more fluid. New techniques such as the beach start and harness work will gear you up ready for the excitement of blasting control. On completion, you'll be awarded a certificate (subject to assessment). Pre-bookable in the UK.
Price £70
RYA Intermediate Windsurfing - Planing course
Comprising of tuition throughout the week. The second part of the intermediate course where harness and footstrap techniques combined with Fastfwd coaching improve your stance, get the board planing and improves theory knowledge. On completion, you'll be awarded a certificate (subject to assessment). Booked in resort.
Price £70
For those 8 to 13 years who would like to take part in an RYA windsurfing course, we have a comprehensive youth scheme which is pre-bookable in the UK, comprising of:
RYA Youth Windsurfing Scheme Stage 1
An ideal introduction throughout the week, teaching young windsurfers the basics of getting on the water and sailing the board across the wind and back.
Price £50
RYA Youth Windsurfing Scheme Stage 2
Practical skills to get young windsurfers sailing around a course practicing tacking and gybing, enabling them to make progression towards and away from the wind.
Price £50
RYA Youth Windsurfing Scheme Stage 3
Through the course of the week, we will teach board set up and rigging, enhancing the stance on all points of sailing and introduce basic harness techniques in stronger winds.
Price £50
Please note: All courses booked in resort are subject to local taxes.
Available for al levels of windsurfer this lesson is tailored to your needs and is for both adults and children. Booked in resort with a maximum of 2 participants.
1 x 60 minute lesson
Price £50
Scuba diving is offered locally by Erman Dive Centre and National Geographic Dive, with all courses bookable in resort and subject to local taxes. For prices for equipment rental, refresher courses, and beach, boat and night dives, see www.ermandive.com.
PADI courses are available for adults and children 10 years and up, with a special Bubblemaker course for children 8 to 9 years.
PADI Bubblemaker
The Bubblemaker programme for ages 8 and 9 includes pool-based 'aquamissions' to learn breathing techniques, swimming underwater, using the air gauge, equalising ear pressure, hand-signal use, ascent, inflating BCD on the surface, clearing water from their regulator and mask and recovering their regulator, and giving them the confidence to progress to the sea.
Price €50
Discover Scuba
An introduction course covering the theory of diving and learning about the equipment in the hotel pool, followed by a dive in open water. Your instructor will be by your side at all times. If you wish to progress, completion of this course will count towards the PADI Open Water Diver qualification.
Price €100
PADI Open Water Dive
Further theory and diving skills developed in the pool. When your instructor is confident you're ready, you'll have four training dives in open water and be awarded a certificate of achievement.
Price €360
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver
A course for qualified open water divers, to improve skills and become qualified advanced divers. A choice of adventure dives are taken, including deep dives, navigation and night dives.
Price €250
As with all our beach resorts, activities on offer are endless at Sea Garden Beach Resort. In addition to the fitness programme, table tennis is popular with children. There is also snorkelling equipment that can be hired for 14 euros per day, alternatively snorkelling tours are 25 euros and a great way to explore the local coastline. The activities run 6 days a week all season, from early morning through to sunset.
And for something a little less active there is a Gulet (Turkish boat) cruise every week which is extremely well liked. Bodrum is just a 30-minute taxi or Dolmus (Turkish mini-bus) ride away, with shops, market, fantastic restaurants, busy bars and good nightlife. On a trip to Bodrum the main sightseeing attractions are Bodrum Kalesi (Bodrum Castle) built by the Knights between 1402-1437 and The Ancient Amphitheatre which is 2000 years old. Bodrum harbour itself is a fabulous stop for lunch, where you can watch the world go by and boats come and go.
Please note, at Sea Garden, Gulet Cruising, Mountain Biking, Tennis, Scuba Diving and Waterskiing are available at extra cost.
The fully qualified aerobics instructors run daily classes to suit all levels of fitness and include aqua sessions on the schedule.
The Sea Garden Animations Team run a daily waterpolo match which is a great spectator sports if you are not feeling competitive.
Whether you are up for a gentle knock up or a challenging game, there is plenty of opportunity for a game of tennis on the Astroturf courts situated in Mini Bodrum.
Although not run by Mark Warner Tennis coaching staff, the Sea Garden team will be on hand to help with your court bookings.
Court Bookings:
25TL in daylight
30TL in floodlit hours
Pump it up in the fully-equipped gym with indoor pool, or wind down in the wellness centre with Turkish bath and sauna.
Sea Garden is a great resort for single travellers, couples and groups of friends. With all the usual watersports provided by Mark Warner from sailing to windsurfing this top notch hotel with superb spa and great nightlife (not to mention the shopping in Bodrum), really does tick all the boxes for a guaranteed good holiday with plenty of choice.
This all inclusive hotel is laid out to give guests space yet it still feels intimate, the beach bar looking out over the bay is a favourite for pre-dinner drinks, plus with a range of 5 restaurants to choose from guests are spoilt for choice.
Bodrum is only a 30-minute drive either by taxi or Dolmus - the regular local bus. In the day the town is a great place to go and explore, with lots of shops and cafes to visit. In the evening the nightlife kicks in and you are guaranteed to have a good time until the early hours.
Outside of the resort, Bodrum is just a 30-minute drive. With its low-rise whitewashed houses, pedestrianised lanes, bazzar and marina with traditional gulets and super-yachts you'll never run out of places to explore.
For those wishing to go slightly further afield a day trip to historic Ephesus is easliy arranged.
Those travelling alone, are likely to meet like-minded people at this resort. Right at the start of your holiday, our customer service team invite you to informal early evening drinks in the bar, where you will get the chance to meet fellow guests.
Single parents can enjoy some 'me' time at the spa or read a book on the beach while the little ones are in childcare.
We arrange social tables in the evenings where groups of like-minded adults can meet together for adult conversation over some great food.
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