Demre to Kekova Summer Boat Adventure: Explore the Splendid Bays of the Mediterranean

Embark on a summer boat adventure from Demre to Kekova and discover the stunning bays of the Mediterranean. Swim in crystal-clear waters, enjoy water sports in Gökkaya Bay, and spot turtles in Karemlik Bay.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Demre (Kale) - Summer is the perfect time to bask in the sun on a boat trip from Demre, exploring Kekova’s stunning bays along the Mediterranean coast.

This daily boat tour offers ample opportunities to swim in the pristine waters of the Turkish coastline, including Gökkaya Bay, known for thrilling water sports, and Karemlik Bay, a fantastic spot for turtle sightings!

  • Andriake Ancient City - Demre Harbour
    Prepare for an action-packed day on the water! Arrive at Demre harbour in time for the boat trip departure between 10 and 10:30 am.
  • Kekova - Uncover the intriguing history of Kekova on this unique journey around the Sunken City. The ancient city of Dolchiste was submerged by an earthquake in the 2nd century, leaving behind captivating underwater ruins.
  • Kekova Island - As a protected area, swimming is not allowed here. Instead, explore the site by cruising alongside the ruins on our boat, perfect for capturing unforgettable photos.
  • Castle of Simena - Our boat will anchor at Kaleköy port (ancient Simena) for an hour, allowing you to visit this charming village with castle ruins and a necropolis. A hike up the hillside offers breathtaking views of the Kekova region.

Entrance fee for Simena Castle: 1 euro

  • Sunken City Ruins of Simena - If you prefer to admire Simena Castle from below, use your remaining time to take another dip in the stunning blue waters.

Entrance fee for Simena Castle: 1 euro

  • Gokkaya PlajI ve Koyu - Esmeralda Bay
    Enjoy a lunch and swim break at the picturesque Esmeralda Bay, where you can relax and unwind during this delightful journey.

Burç Bay
After lunch, take a 40-minute swim break in Burç Bay. The sea here is cooler due to the cold underwater natural springs.

Gökkaya Bay
We’ll stop for a swim in Gökkaya Bay, where you can appreciate the area’s natural beauty and choose to engage in various exciting water sports.

  • AsIrlI AdasI Deniz MagarasI - Explore this fascinating naturally-formed cave, famous for its large size and curved entrance.
  • Kekova Sightseeing Shuttle - SAILNSTAY Ticket Office - Karemlik Bay

There are 8 known types of turtles worldwide, 5 of which can be found in the Mediterranean. At Karemlik Bay, you’ll have the opportunity to spot these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.

Demre Harbour

After a thrilling day of adventure, we’ll return to Demre harbour, where this unforgettable boat trip concludes. From here, you can head to the centre for dinner options or continue to your next destination.

What's Included
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fee of Simena Castle: 4 euro
Additional Information

Summer, the best season to spend your day soaking up the sun on a boat trip from Demre, visiting Kekova’s most beautiful bays along the Mediterranean sea.

This daily boat trip gives you plenty of time to swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Turkish coastline, including Gökkaya Bay, a popular destination for exciting water sports, and Karemlik Bay, which is a great spot for finding turtles!

Location
Andriake Harbour
When you arrive at Demre Andriake Harbour, you will see our signboard. SAILNSTAY
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Julianf721
Aug 2, 2024
Unforgettable day in the turquoise waters of Kekova - Unforgettable day discovering the turquoise waters of Kekova. A day of 10. The crew very professional and with a very close treatment. The explanations in English were clear and always ready for any clarification we would need. The stops in each cove or swimming area were perfect, without rush, allowing you to enjoy the experience. The food was great, in our case consisted of a wheel of salads, rice, pasta and vegetables to then choose between chicken or fish, finally served fruit as a snack. The route and times perfectly matched the description of the excursion. For us one of the best experiences on our holiday in Turkey Highly recommended
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501dunjai
Jul 20, 2024
Amazing - The trip was amazing. The sea is wonderful, we had lots of time enjoy swimming. We saw Caretta turtles. The ruins and sunken town are fascinating to see, it was definitely worth a visit. The organization was very good, as well as the food and everything else.
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433jeanphilippef
Sep 30, 2023
Magnificent day... - Magnificent day, good atmosphere... Too bad, however, the lack of visibility on the submerged site!!!
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Priyalpg
Jun 27, 2022
Kekova boat trip and snorkel - This trip was from kas. It was great, they made 8 stops and explained the history of the ruins. Visited very cool places. Great experience
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