Private Sailing Yacht With Crew in Kas – Kekova Tour

Kekova is best seen from the water, and this private yacht trip gives you the whole boat for your own group. You can pause for swims, look toward Lycian tombs along the shore, and reach coves that road-based tours simply cannot. Captain Ergun leads the outing with a small crew, lunch, tea, and a relaxed pace.

I like the privacy most. You are not sharing your day with a busload of strangers, and the boat has several seating levels, a clean toilet, dining tables, and shaded areas. I also like the personal service, especially the attention from Captain Ergun and the helpful booking communication from Merve. The main consideration is the price: at $1,441.68 for up to six people, it makes much more sense for a full group than for two or three people.

Key points to know before you book

• Private yacht for up to six: Your group has the entire boat, so the day can feel personal rather than scheduled around a crowd.
• A full 10 hours on the water: The 10:00 a.m. departure allows time for several stops around Kekova and the Kaş coast.
• Lunch and Turkish tea included: Expect lunch, fruit or snacks, coffee or tea, and bottled water. Alcohol and other drinks cost extra.
• Kekova is the star of the day: The route may include views of the Sunken City, Kaleköy, Teimiussa, caves, and swimming coves.
• Comfortable but imperfect water equipment: Snorkels, fins, and an inflatable paddleboard may be available, though sizes and quality are limited.
• Best value for six people: Split six ways, the listed price works out to about $240 per person before extra drinks.

Why a private boat makes sense around Kaş

Kaş is a fine base for exploring the Turkish coast, but the most memorable sights are often offshore. Kekova Island and the mainland coves opposite it are not places you fully understand from a road or a quick viewpoint. From a yacht, you see the shoreline at water level, with its bare stone slopes, caves, old tombs, and small anchorages.

A private boat changes the rhythm of the day. You can sit in the shade, stretch out on a cushion, listen to your own music, or get into the water when the captain stops. The boat has more than one deck, tables for eating and games, a covered upper seating area, and a top deck for sunbathing or relaxing.

That privacy is especially useful for a family group or a few friends. You do not need to agree with strangers about the music, swimming time, or where to sit. The tradeoff is simple: the price is fixed for the boat, not charged per person. Six people can share it comfortably. A couple will pay a premium for the same space.

Leaving Setur Kaş Marina at 10:00 a.m.

The meeting point is Setur Kaş Marina on Uğur Mumcu Caddesi. The tour begins at 10:00 a.m. and returns to the same place after roughly 10 hours, so plan on a full day rather than a short harbor outing.

The boat’s layout is one of its strongest practical features. You have indoor or lower-level seating near tables, open areas with cushions, upper seating with shade, and a clean onboard toilet. That matters more than it sounds. A full day at sea becomes much easier when you can change position, get out of the sun, and use a proper WC.

You should buy any drinks you want before departure, apart from the tea and included refreshments. The crew can keep drinks cold in the boat’s refrigerator, but alcohol is not included. Bottled water, coffee or tea, lunch, and afternoon tea are included in the tour price.

The crew is led by Captain Ergun, with a mate helping on board. The service style appears personal rather than formal. Captain Ergun is known for checking on people one by one, and the crew has also helped with special occasions such as birthday cakes, music, and extra drinks when arranged in advance. Do not assume these extras are part of the standard tour, but the company may be able to help with a celebration.

Cruising toward Kekova Island

Kekova is the main reason to book this trip. It sits west of Antalya and is one of the region’s most popular destinations for day boats and longer yacht trips. The coastline is mostly stone, with exposed hills, sea caves, old settlements, and small anchorages.

The scenery is not green and manicured. It is dry, rugged, and distinctly Mediterranean. You might see goats on the slopes, charcoal being made in smoking wood piles, and simple rural activity along the coast. Those details give the trip more character than a cruise through a resort zone.

The boat lets you approach sights that are difficult or impossible to reach by land. You can look into caves from the water, study the shoreline, and take photographs without hurrying past in a vehicle. The captain’s route and the day’s sea conditions determine the exact order of stops, so think of the itinerary as flexible rather than a rigid checklist.

Swimming in the clear coves

Swimming is one of the best uses of a private yacht. The route includes several places where you can stop for a swim or snorkel, and a full-day schedule gives the crew time to linger rather than rush you back aboard after a few minutes.

The water around Kaş and Kekova is known for clear aquamarine color. You can expect beautiful water and rocky edges, but you should keep your expectations sensible about marine life. The visibility may be attractive without producing a coral reef experience. Fish can be present, and you might see a squid, but turtles and abundant sea life are not guaranteed.

Basic snorkeling equipment may be available, including fins, but the supply is limited. One account noted that the available fins did not suit every size. If snorkeling matters to you, bring your own mask, snorkel, and fins. That is especially wise if your group needs several sizes.

An inflatable paddleboard may also be available. It is a nice extra for a calm-water outing, but the board has been described as flimsy rather than as a serious stand-up paddleboard. Treat it as a casual toy, not as the main reason to book the trip.

Teimiussa and the Lycian shore

On the mainland opposite Kekova, the boat passes Teimiussa, also called Üçağız in the wider Kekova area. You may have the option to stop and look at the Lycian necropolis, where chest-style tombs sit close to the shoreline.

This is a good reminder that the area is not only about swimming. The coast holds traces of the Lycian world, when tombs were built in prominent places and boats were central to movement and trade. From the water, the tombs make sense as part of the coast rather than as isolated stones in a museum.

The stop may be brief or optional, depending on the day’s route. If you care most about archaeology, tell the captain early. If your group mainly wants swimming and sun, the private format lets you keep the visit shorter and spend more time in the coves.

Kaleköy and waterfront history

Kaleköy is another possible highlight of the Kekova area. Its waterfront setting and old stone remains make it a natural place to view from the boat or visit briefly if the route allows.

The appeal is the combination of history and sea. You are not looking at ruins in isolation. You see old walls, rocky slopes, and small waterfront settlements in the same frame. The boat gives you a viewpoint that is often more evocative than a land approach.

Keep in mind that the supplied tour details do not promise a fixed landing time at every location. Some sights may be viewed from the yacht, while others may allow you to go ashore and walk along local tracks. Ask at the start of the day which stops are planned and how much shore time is realistic.

Lunch, tea, music, and the shape of the day

Food is a major part of the experience. Lunch, afternoon tea, coffee or tea, and bottled water are included. The onboard meals have received strong praise, and the crew may serve fruit or other snacks during the day. Turkish tea is a particularly fitting touch on a long coastal outing.

The food is not just a cost-saving feature. It means you do not need to interrupt the route to find a restaurant or rush through a meal near a crowded harbor. You can eat at a table on board, then return to the upper deck or the water.

Alcoholic drinks and other drinks are available to purchase, but they are not included. Buy what you need before sailing and confirm what the crew will store for you. The boat has a good refrigerator, according to the practical details provided.

You may also connect your phone to the boat’s sound system and play your own music. This can make the day feel more like a private gathering than a standard excursion. Keep the volume considerate if the crew asks, especially when passing quiet shore areas.

Service from Captain Ergun and the crew

Captain Ergun is central to the character of the outing. The service is described as attentive and personal, with the captain checking on people individually rather than leaving everything to a fixed routine.

The company has also shown unusual kindness beyond the basic tour service. In one serious situation, Captain Ergun helped a visitor at a hospital by translating during a medical emergency. That does not change the route or the boat itself, but it tells you something useful about the level of care you may receive when plans go wrong.

Merve handles booking communication and has been praised for being helpful and responsive. Confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability, so do not treat the reservation as final until you receive that confirmation.

The tour has received a five-star rating from 32 reviews, with 100 percent recommending it. That is a strong record, though it should not make you expect a perfect marine-life encounter or professional-grade snorkeling equipment. The best-praised features are the crew, food, privacy, cleanliness, and the boat’s comfortable size.

Is $1,441.68 good value?

The listed price is $1,441.68 per group of up to six people. Divided six ways, that is about $240 per person for around 10 hours, including fuel surcharge, local taxes, lunch, tea, coffee, water, and crew service.

That is not a budget boat trip. It is a private yacht day, and the comparison should be against hiring an entire boat rather than buying six seats on a shared excursion. For six people who value privacy, the cost can be reasonable. For two people, the per-person price is high.

The value improves if you use the boat fully. Swim several times, spend time on the upper deck, ask about shore stops, enjoy the lunch, and make use of the flexible pace. If you only want a quick look at Kekova, a shared boat may be a better fit.

The price also covers fuel and local taxes, so you are less likely to face surprise fuel charges. You still need to budget for alcohol and other drinks. Special arrangements, such as a birthday cake or champagne, should be discussed before the trip rather than assumed.

Who should book this yacht day?

I would recommend it most strongly for families, couples traveling with friends, and groups of up to six who want time together without a fixed shared-boat schedule. It also suits people who care about comfort, a clean toilet, shaded seating, and a proper meal.

It is a good fit if you want a mix of scenery, swimming, light history, and relaxed time on the water. It is less suitable if your main goal is serious snorkeling, abundant wildlife, or a low-cost excursion.

Bring swimwear, sun protection, and your own snorkeling equipment if you have it. Bring any drinks you want to purchase before departure, and ask about the planned stops so you can decide how much time you want for swimming, ruins, and shore walks.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the 10:00 a.m. start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted for a refund.

Should you book the Kas to Kekova yacht tour?

Book it if you have a group large enough to share the cost and want a private, comfortable day rather than a basic boat ride. Captain Ergun’s personal service, the generous onboard space, included lunch, and the ability to stop for swimming give the tour real value.

Think twice if you are a small party on a tight budget or if you expect first-rate snorkeling gear and constant marine life. For the right group, though, this is a relaxed way to see Kekova, Teimiussa, Kaleköy, and the rocky coast from the best possible angle: the water.

FAQ

Where does the tour start and finish?

The tour starts and ends at Setur Kaş Marina, Andifli, Uğur Mumcu Cd., Kaş, Antalya, Türkiye.

What time does the tour start?

The scheduled start time is 10:00 a.m.

How long does the yacht tour last?

The tour lasts approximately 10 hours.

How many people can join the private boat?

The boat accommodates one private group of up to six people.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch, afternoon tea, coffee or tea, and bottled water are included.

Are alcoholic drinks included?

No. Alcoholic drinks are available to purchase, but they are not included in the tour price. Other drinks are also listed as not included.

Is snorkeling equipment available?

Some snorkeling equipment may be available, including fins, but supplies and sizes are limited. Bringing your own equipment is sensible if snorkeling is important to you.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel for a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund.