Overview
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!
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Lunch
Entrance fee of Simena Castle: 4 euro
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
When you arrive at Demre Andriake Harbour, you will see our signboard. SAILNSTAY
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Demre (Kale)
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Andriake Ancient City
Demre Harbour
Get ready for your action-packed day on the water! Make your way to Demre harbour in time to depart for the boat trip between 10 and 10.30 am. -
Kekova
Discover the fascinating secrets of Kekova’s history on this unique adventure around the Sunken City. The ancient city of Dolchiste was flooded due to an earthquake in the 2nd century, and its resulting underwater ruins never fail to leave an impression.
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Kekova Island
Since this is a protected area, swimming is not permitted here, so what better way to explore the site than by cruising alongside the ruins on our boat, giving you the chance to capture unforgettable photos.
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Castle of Simena
30 min
Our boat will drop anchor in Kaleköy port (ancient Simena) for one hour, giving you time to visit this small authentic village that’s home to castle ruins and a necropolis. A hike up the hillside will give you magnificent views of the Kekova region.
Entrance fee of Simena Castle: 1 euro -
Sunken City Ruins of Simena
30 min
If you’d prefer to admire Simena Castle from down below, you can use your remaining time to take another dip in the gorgeous blue waters.
Entrance fee of Simena Castle: 1 euro -
Gokkaya PlajI ve Koyu
2 hours
Esmeralda Bay
Time for a lunch and swim break at beautiful Esmeralda Bay where you can enjoy peace and tranquility during this fun journey.
Burç Bay
Lunch is followed by a 40-minute swim break in Burç Bay. The sea is a little cooler in this area due to the cold underwater natural springs.
Gökkaya Bay
We’ll stop to swim in Gökkaya Bay, where you can experience the natural beauty of the area and opt to participate in one of the various exciting water sports on offer. -
AsIrlI AdasI Deniz MagarasI
2 hours
Discover this intriguing naturally-formed cave, which is renowned for its large size and curved entrance.
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30 min
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 chance to look for these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
Demre Harbour
After an exciting day of adventure, we’ll head back to Demre harbour where this memorable boat trip ends. From here you can make your way to the centre for dinner options or continue to your next destination.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Istanbul).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about From Demre: Day Trip to Kekova by Boat
Can I cancel From Demre: Day Trip to Kekova by Boat for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 7 hours.
Where does it start?
When you arrive at Demre Andriake Harbour, you will see our signboard. SAILNSTAY
What's included?
- Lunch
What's not included?
- Entrance fee of Simena Castle: 4 euro
Which places does it visit?
It visits Demre (Kale), Andriake Ancient City, Kekova, Kekova Island, Castle of Simena, Sunken City Ruins of Simena, Gokkaya PlajI ve Koyu, AsIrlI AdasI Deniz MagarasI.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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