Kekova Island (Kekova Adasi) Tours and Tickets

Discover the islands, beaches, and bays around Kaş on this full-day boat cruise to Kekova Island. Enjoy a varied sightseeing itinerary, with plenty of stops to swim, and lunch, snacks, and Turkish tea served on board. Swim in the clear waters of Aquarium Bay, pass over the sunken ruins of Simena ancient city, see the pirate cave on Asirli Island, and head ashore to visit an island village.

The Sunken City of Kekova is one of Turkey’s lesser-visited historic highlights, a second-century port town that collapsed into the sea after an earthquake. Visit the city while it’s still a secret on this day-long boat trip from the Kaş Harbour. Spend the morning snorkelling in the sky-blue waters at Akvaryum Bay and Tersane Bay before visiting the sunken city in the afternoon.

This kayaking tour around the coast of Kekova Island is well-suited to kayakers of all experience levels, from expert paddlers to tourists trying something new. If you’re a first-timer, learn how to kayak in a picturesque bay opposite Kekova. Once you’ve finished learning the ropes, paddle out to the island and savor its many highlights: secluded harbors, underwater ruins, labyrinths of rock. No matter how skilled you are, discover all sorts of ancient and wild sights from your kayak.

Most of the islands in the Mediterranean Sea feature welcoming turquoise waters, and many sport intriguing ruins from a time gone by. Less common, however, is a combination of the two: a previously functioning city that has mostly slipped under the water. Escape Kas for a day trip to Kekova Island and discover this unique state of affairs for yourself.

Experience Demre, Myra and Kekova during this guided day trip from Antalya. On this tour, you will discover ancient Lycian ruins in Myra and cruise the tranquil waters to Kekova Island. Enjoy an expedition to the sunken city of Simena and savor plenty of opportunities to swim and snorkel along the way.

Sea Kayaking Over The Sunken City of Kekova Sea kayaking is the best way to get up close to the 3000 year old ruins of the sunken city. We will pick you up from your hotel and drive to Kekova region that is one of the most beautiful spots on the Mediterranean. While there you will receive a full briefing about the day’s route, the kayak and its equipment from your guide. Then we will start paddling from Üçağız Village to Tersane (Shipyard) Bay, with a swimming break at Tersane Bay and a great chance to view the ruins and sunken city whilst receiving information from your guide. Next we will paddle to Kale Köy (Simena) and have a lunch break plus time to rest and walk around lovely Kale Köy. Finally, we will paddle from Kale Köy (Simena) to Üçağız Village (Teimusa) and drive back to Kaş.

Boat is the only way to reach Kekova Island’s scenic bays and coves. Soak up the sights on this full-day trip, with a stop at the Sunken City Ruins of Simena to snorkel this submerged ancient city, and a visit to beautiful Kaleköy with its Crusader fortress. Your package includes lunch and snorkeling gear; entrance tickets to the Castle of Simena and drinks (including water) are at your own expense.

Whether you want to discover the underwater world of the Mediterranean, enjoy sightseeing or just lounge around on deck, this full-day gulet cruise has it all! Set sail on your private ship from Kas and prepare for an action-packed day: explore castles, visit ruins, snorkel, kayak, and more. Tuck into a delicious barbecue lunch while soaking up the views.

This is a private boat experince up to 8 people. So when you do booking please book for only 1 person and all boat is yours. Experience Kekova during this Boat Trip from Demre. On this boat trip, you will cruise the calm waters to Kekova Island. Enjoy an excursion to the sunken city of Simena and savor lots of chances to swim and snorkel along the way. Full-day trip from Demre Harbour, a province on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast. Sail to Kekova Island, where you will have the chance to swim or snorkel Learn about the sunken city of Simena at Kekova Island

Off the beaten track and full of allure, the island of Kekova is a must for curious visitors and only accessible by boat. Streamline transportation logistics with this private tour to Kekova from Antalya—swim in turquoise waters, tour picturesque coastal villages, and see the remains of an ancient sunken city all in one day. Pause for lunch or a taste of peach ice cream, a local favorite.

Our Service is private just for you. We go to silent bays for swimming. Our crew is friendly. Lunch is homemade and consists of local delicious mezes. Our boat is clean and disinfected after tours.

⇒Travel to one of the most beautiful parts of Anatolia to visit the ruined city of Myra with its impressive Lycian rock-cut tombs. View the ancient amphitheater and the Church of St. Nicholas, dedicated to the saintly man who became the model for father Christmas. ⇒Enjoy a boat trip across the sea to Kekova Island. Beneath the clear waters you can see the remains of Simena, a city ravaged by earthquakes around two thousand years ago. Swim in the turquoise waters, once a favored haunt of pirates, before exploring an ancient cemetery with many magnificent tombs. Come join a day full of great natural beauty and fascinating history!

Get the VIP treatment and escape from it all on this private and exclusive 4-day chartered cruise, sailing between Kas and Kekova. Living onboard a traditional wooden gulet, you’ll take in the highlights of the Lycian coast, visiting ancient tombs and sunken cities, hiking parts of the famous Lycian Way, and swimming and snorkeling in the Mediterranean.

This day trip is one of the most popular and no wonder as you stop off at all the significant landmarks while spending plenty of time on Tundra, sailing, snorkelling and swimming in the captivating torquise waters. Highlights of this trip include tranquil Inonu Bay; snorkelling in Aquarium Bay; sailing above the historic Sunken City which was destroyed by an earthquake in the second century;  view the surrounding islands from Simena and Kalekoy; enjoy a refreshing Turkish tea and swim in Yaglica Bay before a final dip at Sulu Island and return to Kas.

Enjoy an interesting and fun-filled day visiting ancient ruins and touring by boat. Even the road journey along the coast to Myra is beautiful, with scenic sea views. Visit churches, tombs, and Roman ruins on land, and then sail out to the amazing sunken city off Kekova Island. Spend some time swimming if you like. This is an ideal day trip for travelers with all kinds of interests.

Experience Kekova during this Boat Trip from Demre. On this boat trip, you will cruise the calm waters to Kekova Island. Enjoy an excursion to the sunken city of Simena and savor lots of chances to swim and snorkel along the way. Full-day trip from Demre Harbour, a province on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast. Sail to Kekova Island, where you will have the chance to swim or snorkel Learn about the sunken city of Simena at Kekova Island

Personalised Kayaking tuition in sheltered waters of Kekova. All safety and technical training necessary to paddle confidently on your own adventures. The training will be tailored to your needs. Tips and tricks for your next independent outing or camping tour.

If you prefer to avoid people you don’t know as you relax in your swimming costumes; if you prefer to be alone with your loved ones and friends on an affordable boat journey, our tours are designed just for you! Our 2 nights 3 days lycian cruise visits Kas to Kekova .

We recommend the full-day private boat trip to Kekova from Demre for a truly memorable experience with your friends and family. You will have the boat to yourselves and the crew’s full attention, leaving you to focus on enjoying the warm and sunny summer in Turkey. Highlights include the breathtaking views from Simena Castle, and exploring the underwater ruins of the Sunken City of Kekova. You also won’t be disappointed with our pick of wonderful swimming spots, such as the stunning Aquarium Bay and Burç Bay.

Discover three of the Turquoise Coast’s most fascinating historic sites on this full-day tour from Kemer, including lunch. Start with a cruise on a glass-bottomed boat to view the sunken city of Kekova, an ancient Lycian city now lying on the seabed. Back on land, explore the ancient city of Myra, renowned for its rock-cut tombs, and visit the church of Saint Nicholas in Demre, home to the tomb of St. Nicholas.

Follow in the footsteps of the real Saint Nicholas on a full-day tour to Myra and Demre, then take an hour-long cruise to the Island of Kekova. You’ll see an ancient necropolis and theater, visit Saint Nicholas’ own church and sarcophagus, and see the ruins of ancient buildings sunk below the surface of the water. This 8-hour Saint Nicholas tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in Kemer and selected areas, as well as lunch, the boat cruise, and entrance fees at Myra.

Demre, 150km west of Antalya, arrival to Üçağız port and boarding. A total of two hour boat tour, respectively Simena Village, Castle and follow the Kekova Island and wreck city is seen.In the direction of the return, we will have a swimming stop at Burç Bay for about half an hour.The boat ride ends again in Ucagiz and takes the bus to the center of Demre. A buffet lunch is served at the restaurant in the centre of Demre. Santa Claus in Demre accompanied by our experienced guide The Church of Nicholas is visited and then departed to Myra. Visit to Myra and the Lycian rock tombs and the Roman theatre. Then we will cruise back to Antalya. Arrival to Antalya.

Set out on a full-day adventure both on and offshore and tour three of Turkey’s most unique historic sites from Alanya. Visit the church of Saint Nicholas in Demre, explore the fascinating ruins of ancient Myra, and sail out from Kekova on a glass-bottomed boat to view the sunken remains of an ancient Lycian city.

Follow in the footsteps of the real Saint Nicholas on a full-day trip to Myra, Demre, and the Island of Kekova, where ancient ruins are sunk beneath clear Mediterranean water. You’ll visit the places that Saint Nicholas lived and worshipped, see the frescos in his Demre church, then cruise to the Island of Kekova to swim and explore. This full-day Saint Nicholas tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in Belek, a buffet lunch, entrance fees, and all activities, and it’s a fascinating peek into Turkey’s Christian heritage.