From Kas Private Luxury Yacht Escape

Clear water, quiet bays, and your own boat. This private yacht escape from Kaş Marina gives your group seven and a half hours on the sea, with swimming, snorkeling, Turkish coffee, fruit, and lunch handled by the captain and crew. I like the freedom of having only your own group aboard, and I like the route’s mix of popular and harder-to-reach bays.

The best value comes when you fill the boat, since the $1,273.36 price covers up to five people. I also like that you can buy extra drinks at the marina before departure. The main drawback is the firm, non-refundable cancellation policy, plus the fact that bottled water, soda, and alcohol cost extra.

Key points to know before you book

• Five Islands Bay starts the day near Meis: Your first swim takes place close to the Greek island of Meis, with morning coffee served aboard.
• Inönü Bay is the strongest snorkeling stop: The water is described as especially clear, making this a good place to bring a mask.
• Lunch is a simple Turkish spread: Expect five cold mezes, salad, and grilled chicken or meatballs, served at Çoban Bay.
• Your group gets the boat privately: The price covers up to five people, so families and small friend groups get privacy without sharing the deck.
• Drinks need planning: Alcohol, soda, and bottled water are not included, but you can buy them at the marina before boarding.
• The route depends partly on time and weather: Limanağzı Beach is included only if there is enough time, and poor weather can lead to a new date or a full refund.

A private day on the Kaş coast

Kaş is a good place for a boat day because the coastline is cut into small bays, coves, and swimming spots that are much easier to reach by water. This trip keeps the day simple: meet the captain at Setur Kaş Marina, board a private motor yacht, and let the crew handle the route, food, and timing.

You leave at 10:00 a.m. and return around 5:30 p.m. That gives you a proper day at sea without turning the outing into an overnight commitment. The pace is built around swimming and relaxing rather than rushing from one sightseeing stop to the next.

I especially like the private format for families with teenagers or a small group of friends. You do not have to match the mood of a large boatload of strangers. If someone wants to sit quietly, snack, swim, or stay in the shade, your group can settle into its own rhythm.

The tradeoff is cost. At $1,273.36 for up to five people, the price works out to about $254.67 per person if you fill every place. For four people, it is about $318.34 each. That is not a budget boat ride, but it covers a private yacht, crew, lunch, coffee or tea, and a long day on the water.

Meeting the yacht at Setur Kaş Marina

The meeting point is Setur Kaş Marina on Uğur Mumcu Caddesi in Kaş. The captain meets you there, and the boat returns to the same marina at the end of the day. That same-point departure and return makes the plan easy to follow, especially if you are staying in Kaş and do not want to arrange separate transport.

You should arrive ready to board at 10:00 a.m. The marina also gives you the chance to buy drinks before setting out. This matters because bottled water, soda, and alcoholic beverages are not included in the tour price.

I would use that market stop wisely. Buy the drinks your group knows it will want, since the boat’s included refreshments are coffee, tea, and fruit rather than a full drinks package. Bring a swimsuit, and pack snorkeling gear if you have it. The trip includes several swimming stops, with clear water specifically noted at Inönü Bay and snorkeling opportunities at Güvercinlik.

The mobile ticket makes the meeting arrangement easy to keep on your phone. Confirmation is normally issued at booking. If you book within one hour of departure, confirmation is subject to availability and may arrive as soon as possible.

Five Islands Bay and morning coffee

The first stop is Five Islands Bay, reached after departure from Kaş. The boat stays there for about 45 minutes, giving you an early chance to swim and settle into the day.

This bay is close to Meis, the Greek island visible across the water from the Kaş area. That location gives the first stop a bit of geographic interest without taking you away from the main purpose of the outing: getting into the sea.

Morning coffee is served here. It is a small touch, but a useful one. You can start the day slowly, with a hot drink before or after your first swim. The stop is long enough for a proper break, though you should not expect a long shore visit or a sightseeing program on land.

For me, this is the kind of opening that suits a relaxed private charter. You begin with water, coffee, and views instead of a crowded schedule. If your group is eager to snorkel, you may find the later stops more important, since the clearest snorkeling conditions are highlighted elsewhere.

Inönü Bay for clear water and snorkeling

After Five Islands Bay, the yacht sails toward Inönü Bay, listed in the route under Bayır Sokak. This is another 45-minute swimming stop, and it is described as a particularly clear location for snorkeling.

That makes this part of the day worth planning around. If you enjoy looking below the surface, bring your mask and use this stop well. The schedule provides enough time for a swim rather than just a quick jump into the water.

The trip does not promise a guided snorkeling lesson or supplied equipment, so you should treat this as a self-directed water stop. The captain and crew manage the boat and route, but the available details do not indicate that snorkeling gear is included.

The short duration also keeps the day moving. You get a focused swim, then head toward lunch. If your group would happily spend hours in one bay, this itinerary may feel brisk. If you prefer several different settings, the series of 30 to 45-minute stops works better.

Çoban Bay and a Turkish lunch

Çoban Bay is the main meal stop. The yacht spends about an hour here, combining lunch with more time in the water.

The included meal is straightforward and well suited to a hot day at sea: five different cold mezes, salad, and grilled chicken or meatballs. The description refers to chicken meatballs in oil in the included-food details, while the route allows chicken or meatballs. You should expect a simple Turkish lunch rather than a broad restaurant menu.

This is one of the stronger parts of the trip because the food is built into the day. You do not have to leave the boat in search of lunch or sacrifice a swimming stop to find a café. Cold mezes also make practical sense on a yacht, since they can be served without turning the meal into a long formal break.

The one limitation is choice. If someone in your group has strict dietary needs, the available information does not promise vegetarian, vegan, or allergy-specific alternatives. Ask the provider before booking if that matters to you.

The hour at Çoban Bay should give you time to eat and swim. I would not treat lunch as a rushed snack. This is the central pause of the route, so let the group enjoy it rather than trying to squeeze every possible minute into the water.

Limanağzı Beach if the clock allows

The planned route may include a short stop at Limanağzı Beach. The boat spends about 30 minutes there if time permits, making this the least certain stop of the day.

That wording is important. You should not book this experience mainly for Limanağzı. The captain may need to adjust the schedule based on the earlier swimming breaks, lunch, or sea conditions. If the stop happens, you get another quick swim. If it does not, the core experience still includes several other bays.

A 30-minute pause is best viewed as a bonus. It gives you one more chance to enter the water, but it is not long enough for a leisurely shore visit. Keep your expectations focused on swimming from the yacht rather than exploring the beach on foot.

Güvercinlik Bay and fruit on the return

Güvercinlik Bay is another swimming and snorkeling stop, with about 45 minutes allotted. It is known as a point used for underwater activities, and the route specifically describes it as suitable for snorkeling.

Placed later in the day, this stop gives you another chance to use your mask after lunch. You may prefer it to the morning stops if you want a final swim before heading back. The timing also helps break up the return journey.

Fruit is served on the way back. Along with the morning coffee and lunch, it gives the day a modest but useful food rhythm: coffee early, a full meal around midday, and fruit later. These touches reduce the need to bring a large supply of snacks, though you still need to handle your own drinking water.

The boat returns to Setur Kaş Marina around 5:30 p.m. The final listed stop is only about five minutes because it is the return to the marina, not another sightseeing stop. You should plan the rest of your evening with that arrival time in mind.

What the private format is really worth

The biggest benefit is control. You are not sharing the yacht with a large public group, and only your own party participates. That can make a major difference when you are traveling with family or friends who have different energy levels.

A family of four with two teenage children found the experience worth the considerable one-day expense and described it as a strong family memory. That detail is useful because it points to the trip’s best audience: people who value a shared day together more than the lowest possible price.

The private setup also gives you space to talk, eat, swim, and rest without having to fit into another group’s schedule. It does not mean you can create an entirely custom route, since the stated bays and timing guide the day. Still, the format should feel more personal than a standard shared excursion.

The price makes less sense for one or two people. For five, the per-person cost is more reasonable. For a couple, you are paying for privacy and the yacht itself, not just for transportation between swimming spots.

Food, drinks, and what to pack

Lunch includes cold appetizers, salad, and grilled chicken or meatballs. Coffee and tea are also included. Fruit is served during the return, according to the route.

You need to pay extra for:

• Bottled water
• Soda
• Alcoholic beverages

The marina market is your chance to buy these before boarding. I would make drinks a priority, especially bottled water, because it is not included. A swimsuit is essential, and snorkeling equipment is sensible because the itinerary includes several snorkeling stops.

Keep your packing practical. You want clothing and personal items that work around swimming, boat movement, and sun. The provided details do not specify towels, snorkeling equipment, or other onboard supplies, so ask the provider if you need any of those items.

The food has earned especially warm praise from the family who also enjoyed a separate safari outing with the same agency. That does not make the meal a gourmet event, but it supports the idea that the simple Turkish spread is one of the more appreciated parts of the day.

Weather, cancellation, and who should book

This experience depends on good weather. If poor weather causes cancellation, you are offered a different date or a full refund. That is the main protection built into the policy.

Under normal circumstances, the booking is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. You should only reserve once your plans are firm. The strict policy matters more here than on a cheap short activity because the price is high.

The trip should suit:

• Families who want private time together
• Friends splitting the cost of a yacht
• Swimmers and snorkelers who prefer several bays
• Visitors who want lunch and basic refreshments arranged
• Small groups willing to pay more for privacy

It may not suit you if you want a low-cost boat outing, a guided historical tour, long shore visits, or a flexible cancellation policy. It is also less suitable if your group needs a special menu unless you confirm arrangements ahead of time.

The practical access information is encouraging: service animals are allowed, public transportation is nearby, and most people can participate. The supplied details do not provide further information about the yacht’s physical accessibility, so anyone with specific mobility needs should ask before booking.

Should you book the Kaş private yacht escape?

Book it if your group can fill most of the five places and values a relaxed day with privacy. The strongest reasons are the private yacht, several swimming bays, clear snorkeling water at Inönü Bay, a Turkish lunch at Çoban Bay, and the easy marina-to-marina schedule.

I would be more cautious if you are traveling as only one or two people, since the per-person cost rises quickly. Check the weather forecast, buy drinks before boarding, and accept that Limanağzı Beach may be skipped if time runs short.

For a family or small group marking a special day, this is a generous way to use your time in Kaş. For a budget-minded visitor, a shared boat may be the wiser choice. The decision comes down to one question: is having the sea, schedule, and deck mostly to yourselves worth the premium?

FAQ

Where does the yacht depart from?

The yacht departs from Setur Kaş Marina at Andifli, Uğur Mumcu Cd., 07580 Kaş, Antalya, Türkiye. The captain meets you at the marina.

What time does the tour start and end?

Departure is at 10:00 a.m. The yacht returns to Setur Kaş Marina at approximately 5:30 p.m., for a total duration of about seven and a half hours.

How many people can join the private yacht trip?

The price covers one private group of up to five people. Only your group participates in the activity.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch includes five cold mezes, salad, and grilled chicken or meatballs. Coffee and tea are also included.

Are drinks included?

Coffee and tea are included. Bottled water, soda, and alcoholic beverages are not included, but you can buy drinks at the marina before boarding.

What happens if the weather is poor?

The experience requires good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund. For other cancellations or changes, the payment is non-refundable.