In the absence of wind, the ocean appears as smooth as glass, making for a stunning sight. However, on windy days, the water becomes quite hazy. The sea is not immediately deep, with a shallow shoreline, but care must be taken when walking barefoot as the bottom is rocky. It is advisable to avoid entering the water from areas other than the beach due to the abundance of algae. Fortunately, a portion of the beach remains clean. What is truly remarkable is that the beaches in Ayvalık are typically cool, unlike the warm Mediterranean climate one might expect.