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Book the boat for your group only and spend a full day on the Kekova coast at your own pace. The crew picks quiet bays for swimming, serves homemade lunch on deck, and follows the classic sunken-city loop without sharing space with strangers or waiting on other hotel pickups.
Your day begins with hotel pickup in Kaş or Kalkan, or a direct meet at Üçağız village port if you prefer to drive. Around mid-morning you step aboard a private boat matched to your party size, stow day bags, and hear a short safety talk before lines are cast off toward Aquarium Bay. Swim stops are unhurried because the schedule belongs to your group, not a fixed coach timetable.
The route covers the slow sail past protected sunken-city shoreline, lunch with mezes plus chicken or fish at Gökkaya Bay, optional photo time at Pirate Cave, and roughly an hour ashore at Simena. The captain may swap bay order if wind builds, but you still get the main swims and village landing. Full timing is in the itinerary below.
Kekova's channels and castle villages sit east of Kaş, where a private boat lets you linger when the kids need shade or skip a stop if you prefer more time in the water. The same limestone coastline that draws day trippers from across the region feels different when you control the anchor clock.
Simena above its tiny harbour still rewards a wander through lanes and café terraces before the afternoon return to Üçağız. You get open water, village culture, and lunch on board in one charter, which works well for families celebrating a milestone or friends who want the Kekova highlights without a crowded deck.
No boating experience is required. Be comfortable on deck and swimming from the stern ladder when the captain anchors in calm water, with life jackets available for anyone who wants them. Infants may travel with an adult seated on deck during transfers when pickup is included.
Tell us your party size and any mobility needs when you book so we line up the right boat and boarding help at the quay. Dietary preferences for lunch are best mentioned ahead of time so the crew can plan mezes and mains without last-minute stress.
Private hire means your group sets the mood, how long you stay at each bay, and whether you extend lunch with an extra swim. Crews are friendly, boats are cleaned between charters, and skippers know which coves stay flat when the breeze picks up.
Homemade mezes beat a generic harbour buffet, and you avoid the fixed pickup windows of large shared boats. Whether you start from a Kaş hotel or meet at Üçağız, you step off at the end of the day having seen Kekova on your terms.
You can request hotel pickup in Kaş or Kalkan, or meet directly at Üçağız village port if that suits your plans. Your confirmation states which option you booked and the pickup window.
Üçağız lies about 30 km from Kaş and 60 km from Kalkan by road. Allow extra time on summer weekends when the coastal road is busy.
No. This product reserves the vessel for your party only. You will not be seated with unrelated groups or wait for other pickups beyond your own booking.
Boat size is matched to your headcount from the operator fleet. Confirm passenger numbers when you book so the correct craft is assigned.
Hotel pickup is available in Kaş and Kalkan when you choose that rate option. Alternatively you can meet the crew at Üçağız village port and skip the road transfer.
Your confirmation email lists the exact pickup point and time. Be ready in the hotel lobby or at the harbour gate a few minutes early.
Lunch is served on board at Gökkaya Bay as an open buffet with several fresh olive-oil mezes plus barbecued chicken or fish based on your preference.
You can swim before and after the meal when the bay is calm. Mention dietary needs ahead of time so the crew can plan alternatives where possible.
Within harbour regulations and protected zones, the captain can adjust the order of bays or extend a swimming stop when conditions are safe. The sunken city section must be viewed from the boat without swimming in restricted water.
If wind builds in the afternoon, the skipper may swap bays for sheltered alternatives while still covering the main highlights.
Yes. The boat sails slowly along the protected shoreline where house foundations and stairs lie just below the surface. Swimming is not permitted in that strict zone, but the view from deck is the classic Kekova experience.
Shipyard Bay offers a legal swim stop above ruins when the guide approves conditions.
Plan around an hour ashore at Simena (Kaleköy) to wander lanes, grab a drink, or climb toward the castle viewpoint. Exact time depends on your pace and afternoon sea conditions.
The village has no road access, so the boat landing is part of the charm. Wear sensible shoes if you walk uphill.
The fleet includes several private boats sized for small families up to larger groups. Assignment depends on availability and the passenger count on your voucher.
All boats used on this route are maintained and cleaned between charters. If you need a specific capacity, note it when you book.
Children are welcome on private charters with adult supervision at swim stops. Infants may sit with a guardian on deck and during road transfers when pickup is included.
Life jackets are on board. Tell the crew ages in your party so they prepare appropriate seating and ladder assistance.
Captains monitor wind and swell throughout the day. If weather is unsafe, the team may reschedule or shorten swimming legs while keeping you in sheltered water.
They will contact you as early as possible when a change is required. Light chop is normal; only stronger conditions alter the plan.
Bring swimwear, towels, sun protection, and water shoes. A dry pouch keeps phones safe during swim stops.
Cash is useful for drinks or souvenirs at Simena. The crew supplies lunch, tea, and fruit on the boat.
About the centre
Kaş
From the harbour towns of Kaş and Kalkan, we run small-group adventures along Turkey's Lycian coast — boat days to Kekova, sea kayaking over ancient ruins, canyon safaris, and multi-day treks on the Lycian Way. Our team lives and works here year-round, so itineraries follow real sea conditions, village rhythms, and the quiet coves that make this coastline special.
Whether you want a relaxed day on the water or a week on the trail, you will travel with experienced local guides who handle safety briefings, equipment, and the practical details while you focus on the views, swimming stops, and stories of the region. We keep groups intimate so every guest gets attention on the water and on the path.
Operated by Tatil Shirbazı Travel, a partner of adventuro.
