GSB Akkum Youth Camp is located in Silifke district of Mersin, in a beachfront position, and the distance to major cities varies depending on the geographical structure of the region. The facility is approximately 320 km from Antalya city center, 530 km from Ankara, 670 km from Eskişehir, and about 950 km from Istanbul. It is strategically located for visitors coming from Inner Anatolia, accessible via the Mersin-Antalya coastal road.
GSB Akkum Youth Camp is approximately 110 km from the city center of Mersin and only 25 km from the city center of Silifke. Transportation is generally provided by buses or local minibus lines departing from Mersin and Silifke. For those who prefer public transport, the buses operated by Mersin Metropolitan Municipality along the coastal road and the vehicles of the Silifke cooperative form the main transportation artery.
Looking at the feedback from previous guests and the facilities, GSB Akkum Youth Camp offers an infrastructure aimed at meeting basic needs. For those staying at the facility, there are shared or in-room shower facilities and toilet amenities available. Due to its beachfront location, beach usage is prioritized; however, since the facility has the status of a state institution, individual activities such as barbecuing are generally restricted or only allowed in designated special areas under supervision. Meals are usually served in the cafeteria in a buffet style.