Private Sailing Yacht With Crew in Kas – Kekova Tour

Clear water, quiet coves, and your own boat. This private yacht cruise from Kas to Kekova gives your group a full day on the Turkish coast, with time for swimming, snorkeling, lunch, and shore visits. I like the freedom to shape the day around your group, and I like that the boat has several comfortable seating areas rather than one crowded deck. The main drawback is price: at $1,441.68 for up to six people, it makes the most sense with a full group.

The route also brings you close to sights that are hard to reach by road, including the ruins around Teimiussa and the shoreline of Kekova Island. I would choose this trip for families or friends who value privacy more than a fixed sightseeing schedule. Just keep your expectations realistic about snorkeling. The water is beautiful, but marine life may be limited on the day you go.

Key points to know before booking

• Private boat for up to six: Your group has the yacht to itself, with no strangers sharing the day.
• A 10-hour coastal outing: The tour begins at 10:00 am from Setur Kaş Marina and returns there.
• Flexible swimming time: You can stop in attractive bays for swimming or snorkeling instead of rushing from sight to sight.
• Historic Kekova scenery: Look for caves, rocky coast, Teimiussa’s Lycian tombs, and the ruins around Kaleköy.
• Lunch and Turkish tea included: Food, coffee, tea, bottled water, fuel, taxes, and a driver-guide are included.
• Bring or buy extra drinks: Alcohol and other drinks are not included, though alcoholic drinks can be purchased.

Why a private yacht changes the day

A shared boat trip can be a good bargain, but it comes with a set route and a fixed rhythm. This private outing gives you a different kind of value. You are paying for space, control, and a crew focused only on your party.

That matters on a 10-hour day. You can spend longer swimming if the water looks inviting, linger over lunch, or move on when your group has had enough sun. The schedule is not described as a strict list of timed stops, so you should think of it as a coastal day shaped by conditions and conversation with the crew.

The boat itself sounds built for a long day afloat. It has a lower level with dining tables and seating, two additional levels with cushions for sunbathing and resting, and a covered upper-deck area with another table. That gives you a choice between shade, sun, quiet, and a place to eat.

A clean toilet is another small feature that becomes important after several hours at sea. The boat has a comfortable onboard WC, which is especially useful for families and anyone who does not want to plan the day around finding a harbor.

Captain Ergun and his mate handle the day, while Merve has been praised for helpful communication during booking. The crew’s warm, personal style is one of the strongest reasons to consider this trip. Captain Ergun is also known for paying close attention to individual guests, helping with celebrations, and making the day feel personal rather than purely commercial.

Leaving Kaş at 10:00 am

The meeting point is Setur Kaş Marina on Uğur Mumcu Cd. in Kaş. The tour starts at 10:00 am and ends back at the same marina, so you do not need to arrange a separate return transfer.

A 10:00 start gives you a full morning to reach the marina, but you should still allow time to locate the boat. The booking information says confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability. I would save the confirmation and check the meeting details before the morning of departure.

Because this is a private trip, the group size matters to the price. The listed rate covers up to six people, not one individual ticket. With six people, the cost works out to about $240 per person. With four, it is about $360 each. For two people, it becomes a very expensive day, unless the privacy and yacht setting are the main point of your holiday.

Fuel and local taxes are included, so the headline price does not hide the usual fuel surcharge. That helps when comparing it with other private boat options. You will still need to budget for drinks that are not included.

The ride toward Kekova Island

The coast west of Antalya becomes the main attraction as the boat leaves Kaş. Kekova Island is one of the area’s most popular destinations for boat outings, and the coastline is best appreciated from the water.

The shore is stony and rough, with caves and rocky slopes rather than broad sandy beaches. You may also see signs of rural life, including goat farming and piles of smoldering wood used in charcoal production. These details give the coast a more lived-in feel than a polished resort shoreline.

From the boat, you can admire sections of the coast that are difficult to reach by land. That is the point of the trip. You are not simply being transported to one attraction. You are using the yacht as a viewing platform, swimming base, and shaded dining room.

The exact order of stops can vary. You may choose to spend more time in a bay, continue toward the historic sites, or stop for photographs from the water. The crew’s ability to adjust the day is one of the best reasons to book a private trip instead of a standard group cruise.

Teimiussa and the Lycian tombs

On the mainland opposite Kekova Island sits Teimiussa, an ancient settlement associated with the Lycian coast. The area is known for its chest-style tombs, some placed close to the shoreline.

You may choose to stop here and go ashore, depending on the day’s plan. The tombs are a reminder that this coast was not only a place for swimming and sailing. It was also part of a culture that left distinctive stone burial monuments across the region.

Do not expect a large museum complex or a fully packaged archaeological visit. The appeal is more direct. You see the remains in their rocky setting, close to the sea and among natural tracks. Wear shoes with a firm sole if you plan to walk ashore, since the terrain is described as rocky and uneven.

This stop suits you if you enjoy ruins in open air rather than formal sites with signs, galleries, and carefully marked paths. If your group mainly wants to swim, you can keep the stop short and return to the boat.

Kekova’s rocky coast and Kaleköy area

Kekova offers a mix of history and scenery. The coast includes caves, rocky viewpoints, and ancient remains, while the opposite shore leads toward places such as Kaleköy.

A boat gives you a useful angle here. You can see waterfront features without committing to a long walk, and you can pause in clear water before or after going ashore. The day’s appeal comes from moving between these small experiences: a swim, a ruined tomb, a quiet meal, then another stretch of coast.

The information for this trip does not promise a specific guided walking tour or a set amount of time at each ruin. If visiting the historic areas is your priority, ask the crew how much shore time is practical. If swimming is more important, say so early.

The coastal scenery is the star, but it is not a soft, tropical beach setting. Expect rock, scrub, caves, and open water. You will get the most from the route if you enjoy scenery shaped by nature and local life rather than a long list of formal monuments.

Swimming and snorkeling stops

Swimming is a major part of the day. The boat can anchor at attractive locations, allowing you to enter the water without dealing with a busy public beach.

The water is known for striking shades of clear blue and green. That makes the stops excellent for cooling off, floating, and taking photographs. Snorkeling is also possible, and some basic equipment is available.

Bring your own mask and snorkel if you have them. The equipment on board is described as limited, and the available flippers may not suit every foot size. One visitor found only a snug pair in the right general range, which is a useful warning for anyone who depends on proper swim gear.

You should also keep marine life expectations modest. The water can look spectacular without offering coral gardens or large schools of fish. A few fish and even a squid may appear, but turtles and abundant underwater life are not guaranteed.

The boat also carries an inflatable paddle board. It is available for use, but the equipment has been described as flimsy rather than a serious stand-up paddle board. I would treat it as a casual extra, not a reason to book the tour.

Lunch, tea, and the onboard setup

Lunch is included, along with afternoon tea, coffee, tea, and bottled water. Food is one of the most praised parts of the experience, with the crew preparing a meal that has been compared favorably with restaurant meals.

That praise matters on a full-day boat trip. You are not left to survive on packaged snacks while waiting for the return journey. Fruit and other snacks may also be served, and Turkish chai is part of the onboard hospitality.

The boat has tables suitable for dining, including a lower-level area and a covered upper deck. You can eat in shade and then move to a cushion for a rest. If you want to listen to music, the sound system can connect to your playlist, adding a personal touch for families and friends.

Drinks beyond the included coffee, tea, and water are your responsibility. Alcoholic drinks are available to purchase, but the trip price does not include alcohol or other extra beverages. Ask about drink arrangements before departure. The boat has a refrigerator, and you may need to buy what you want for the day.

The crew and the personal touch

Captain Ergun is the central personality of this boat experience. His service has been praised for being reliable, friendly, and attentive. He has also helped people outside the normal boundaries of a boat trip, including translating at a hospital for a guest whose mother had been injured.

That story does not guarantee what will happen on your day, but it gives you a sense of the captain’s approach. He appears to take responsibility for his guests rather than treating them as names on a booking sheet.

The crew has also helped with birthdays, including arranging drinks, music, special food, and a cake. These touches may be possible by request, but they should not be treated as standard inclusions. Champagne, birthday cakes, drone footage, and other extras need to be arranged in advance.

An environmental detail is worth noting. Captain Ergun has used drone footage to record people collecting rubbish from the sea. You should not book the trip expecting a drone video, but the practice suggests that the crew pays attention to the condition of the water and shoreline.

Who will enjoy this tour most

I would recommend this yacht day to:

• Families who want a private setting and an onboard toilet
• Friends splitting the cost between five or six people
• Couples celebrating a special occasion, if the price fits
• People who prefer swimming and scenery over a packed sightseeing schedule
• Visitors who want lunch, shade, music, and room to spread out
• Anyone who values a friendly captain and personal service

It may not suit you if you are seeking a low-cost boat ride, extensive snorkeling, or a tightly structured archaeological tour. The price is difficult to justify for a small party unless privacy is worth a premium.

The route also involves a full day in the sun and possible walks over rocky ground. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed, but you should still tell the operator about any mobility concerns when arranging the trip.

Practical value, cancellation, and what to bring

The strongest value comes when six people share the yacht. At roughly $240 each, you receive a 10-hour private boat, crew, fuel, taxes, lunch, tea, coffee, and water. That is not a budget outing, but it can compare well with several separate costs for a large group, especially when privacy matters.

For two or three people, the value is less obvious. You are paying for the whole boat, not just your seats. In that case, compare the private setting with a shared excursion before booking.

Bring swimwear, sun protection, a towel, sturdy shoes for any shore walk, and your own snorkel gear if you have it. Also plan your drinks. Since extra beverages are not included, deciding what you want before departure will save time.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the 10:00 am start time. Cancellations or changes made within that final 24-hour period are not accepted for a refund, and the cut-off follows local time.

Should you book the Kas to Kekova yacht tour?

Book it if you can fill most of the six places and want a relaxed private day with good food, clear water, historic shoreline, and a crew that pays attention to the people on board. The flexible pace is more valuable than a long checklist of sights.

Think twice if you are traveling alone or as a couple on a tight budget. Also reconsider if your main goal is serious snorkeling. The coast is beautiful, but fish, turtles, coral, and high-quality water equipment are not promised.

For a family celebration or a group of friends, I think this is one of the stronger ways to experience the Kas and Kekova coast. Captain Ergun, the spacious boat, onboard lunch, and freedom to stop for swimming give the day a personal feel. Just confirm any special requests, drink plans, and preferred shore stops before you set off.

FAQ

Where does the yacht tour start?

The tour starts at Setur Kaş Marina, Andifli, Uğur Mumcu Cd., 07580 Kaş, Antalya, Türkiye.

What time does the tour begin?

The scheduled start time is 10:00 am.

How long does the tour last?

The private yacht outing lasts approximately 10 hours.

How many people can join the private tour?

The price covers one private group of up to six people.

Is lunch included?

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

Are alcoholic drinks included?

No. Alcoholic drinks are available to purchase, but alcohol and other extra drinks are not included in the price.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not refundable.