Kekova Island boat trip from Demre: Swim at the Sunken City

The Sunken City sits just below the water where you swim.

A private boat trip from Demre to Kekova Island lasts 3 hours and carries up to eight passengers. You cruise past Pirate Cave and Gokkaya Bay, stop to swim in Burc Bay and at the Sunken City of Simena, and pass Simena Castle on the return. A live English-speaking guide is included.

The experience

The boat leaves Demre Harbour and heads straight for Kekova Island, where the ruins of Simena sit submerged just offshore. You get two dedicated swimming breaks during the trip: one in Burc Bay early on, and a second at the Sunken City itself, where you can snorkel directly above the ancient stone structures. The route also passes Pirate Cave and Gokkaya Bay, both visible from the water, and circles back past Simena Castle before returning to the harbour.

Because the boat is private (booked as a single vessel for your group of up to eight), you set the pace at each stop. The guide speaks English and points out what you're seeing as you move between sites. Swimming gear and snorkeling are your choice. The boat carries you to the spots and waits while you're in the water.

What’s included

• Private boat transportation.
• live English-speaking guide.
• two swimming breaks at Burc Bay and the Sunken City.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 17:00

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Before Travel Agency

Is this one for you?Book this private boat if your group wants to control the stops and spend as much time swimming and snorkeling as you like. The boat waits for you at each site, and no fixed schedule rushes you back to shore.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Sunken City of Simena?

Simena is an ancient submerged settlement at Kekova Island, now underwater but visible and reachable by snorkel during the swimming break at that stop.

Can I snorkel on this trip?

Yes. You have two swimming breaks (one in Burc Bay and one at the Sunken City), where snorkeling is possible if you bring or rent gear.

How many people fit on the boat?

The boat holds up to eight passengers and is private to your group, so you book for one person and the entire vessel is yours.

Does the trip include lunch?

Lunch is not included. The 3-hour cruise focuses on the water and the stops. You'll want to eat before departure or after you return to Demre Harbour.