Located in the heart of the Marmara Region, Göllü Karavan Park in the rural area of Istanbul Beykoz is the most prestigious address for escaping the chaos of the megacity. The facility is situated away from the concrete structures of the metropolis, within the borders of Göllü Village, right next to a stunning lake. This natural wonder is located at an average distance of 20-25 kilometers from the main center of Beykoz and the coastal town, making access quite effortless thanks to the developed highway infrastructure. It can be reached from central Istanbul in 45-50 kilometers by private vehicle, taking an average of 45 minutes to 1 hour (by passenger vehicle) via the North Marmara Highway connection. It is 95 kilometers (1 hour 15 minutes) (by passenger vehicle) to Kocaeli from neighboring cities, and 180 kilometers (2 hours) (by passenger vehicle) to Tekirdağ via the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge. Since the area is located far from direct city public transport lines, using a personal passenger vehicle, caravan, or rental vehicle is almost essential; guests without a car will need to take a taxi after transfers from Riva or Kavacık.
The facility, which has a high satisfaction rating on map platforms, offers a luxurious “Boutique Forest Retreat” concept that compensates for the shortcomings of camping culture. Unlike classic tent camping, guests are provided with clean indoor bathrooms, uninterrupted hot water infrastructure, and electricity options. The main reason for preference is that guests can freely barbecue in the spacious green areas with lake views and private wooden verandas assigned to them. Before visiting this stunning facility located in a completely pristine forest structure, it is essential to have some realistic expectations based on natural conditions. It is of great importance to bring insulated clothing against the intense forest chill that can suddenly set in at night and not to neglect mosquito and insect repellent sprays due to the proximity of wet areas. Additionally, being mentally prepared for an isolated retreat from the digital world, anticipating that cell phone signals may weaken in some areas of the valley, is the golden key to a perfect weekend experience.