Pirate Boat Tour Kemer: Swim in Turquoise Bays with Lunch

Swim in Three Bays and Explore an Ancient Port Without Leaving the Boat

A half-day pirate boat tour from Kemer sails the Turkish Riviera coastline with multiple swimming stops in clear turquoise water, lunch served on board, and views of Cleopatra's Bay, Paradise Bay and the ruins of Phaselis. Hotel pickup starts around 9am. The boat departs at 10am and returns by 3pm. Phaselis entrance fees are separate.

The experience

Your driver picks you up at the hotel around 9am and brings you to the harbor in time to board by 10am. The boat leaves the coast and sails past golden beaches backed by mountains, passing the caves where pirates once sheltered. You'll stop several times in the most beautiful spots (Cleopatra's Bay and Paradise Bay among them) to swim in the warm turquoise water. The boat carries you past picturesque islands and has two decks: the upper one open to sun and sea views, the lower one shaded with wooden tables where lunch is served at midday.

Lunch is included and eaten on the boat while you're anchored in one of the bays. If you want to add the Phaselis ruins to your day, you can pay the entrance fee separately and spend time walking the main street of this ancient city-port, built in the 7th century BC. You'll see the city walls, houses, baths and amphitheater before returning to the boat. On the sail back to Kemer, you'll see Tahtali Mount rising 2,365 meters from the coast. The tour finishes around 3pm when you're dropped back at your hotel.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• lunch served on the boat.
• multiple swimming stops in the bays.
• views of Cleopatra's Bay, Paradise Bay and the islands.
• optional Phaselis ruins visit (entrance fee separate).

Before you book

Days and timesThursday to SaturdayDeparts at 09:00Last departure this season: 10 Nov

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 55

Live guideEnglish and Russian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendly

Operated by Tourmania

Is this one for you?Choose the shared boat if you're traveling with others and want lunch included. Pick the private option if your group prefers a dedicated guide and more flexibility with swim stops.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Russian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

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's the difference between swimming stops and visiting Phaselis?

The swimming stops happen at Cleopatra's Bay and Paradise Bay during the boat journey and are included in the tour price. Phaselis is an ancient ruined city on the coast where you can walk ashore and explore buildings and walls. Entry to Phaselis costs extra and takes about an hour of your time on the boat.

Can I stay on the boat the whole time or do I have to swim?

You can stay on the boat. The upper deck is open for sunbathing and the lower deck is shaded with seating. Swimming is optional at each stop, and lunch is served on board either way.

What time does the boat leave and when am I back at the hotel?

Hotel pickup is around 9am, the boat departs the harbor at 10am, and you're back at your hotel by 3pm, making it a half-day tour that leaves your afternoon free.

Is the boat accessible if I use a wheelchair?

Yes, the boat and all areas on board are wheelchair accessible, and transportation to and from the harbor is also wheelchair accessible.