Antalya: Private Yacht Tour with 3 Swim Stops and a Meal

The best part of this Antalya outing is simple: you get your own yacht, captain, and crew for a half-day along the Kemer coast. Instead of following a fixed crowd from one beach to the next, you can swim from the boat at Phaselis Bay, Paradise Bay, and Kiriş Bay, with the route adjusted to the weather. I like the extra breathing room and the chance to look for dolphins while the crew serves lunch and drinks.

I also like that the price is for a private group of up to eight, not eight separate tickets. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with a waiter, floating mat, fuel, insurance, and non-alcoholic drinks. The main drawback is that $1,100 is a serious spend for a five-and-a-half-hour outing, and towels are not listed among the inclusions. Bring your own if you can.

Key points to know before you book

• Three swim stops: The main daytime route can include Phaselis Bay, Paradise Bay, and either Kiriş Bay or Moonlight Bay.
• Private yacht, not a shared cruise: Your group has its own boat, captain, and waiter, with yachts assigned according to party size.
• Lunch comes on board: Food is served during the daytime trip, while the sunset option includes dinner instead.
• Kemer is the usual departure point: Pickup from your Antalya-area hotel is included, though departures from Antalya Marina may be possible by arrangement.
• Bring a towel and identification: A passport or ID card and sunglasses are required, and a past booking ended early partly because towels were unavailable.
• Best for small groups: The cost makes more sense for families or friends sharing the yacht than for one or two people.

What this private yacht day is really like

This is a relaxed boat day with sightseeing folded in, not a guided history tour. You spend about 5.5 hours on the water, stopping in sheltered bays for swimming, eating lunch on board, and enjoying the view of the Kemer coastline.

Your day begins with hotel pickup, unless you choose to drive to Kemer Marina yourself. The company says the yacht can sometimes depart from Antalya Marina, but you need to confirm that after booking. At Kemer, your captain and waiter meet you at the yacht, and the boat heads out according to the selected route and sea conditions.

The fleet includes several boats, from the 13-meter Briz and 12-meter Grey to the 24-meter Tunavy. The listed capacities range from 12 to 25 people, but your booking is private for a group of up to eight. That means you are not paying for a boat packed with strangers. It also means the exact yacht may vary according to availability and group size.

The mood is closer to a private picnic at sea than a formal sightseeing excursion. You can sit in the sun, watch the coast, use the floating mat, and swim when the boat stops. The crew serves non-alcoholic drinks and fruit along the way. You may bring wine or fruit of your own, but red wine and glass objects are not allowed, so pack carefully.

Phaselis Bay, the main daytime stop

On the first daytime route, Phaselis Bay is scheduled as the stop for both swimming and lunch. This is a useful arrangement because you do not have to choose between eating and getting in the water. The yacht can pause in the bay while the crew serves the meal.

Phaselis is one of the most appealing names on the route because it combines a pretty coastal setting with the remains of an ancient port nearby. The boat outing itself does not promise a shore visit or a guided walk through the ruins, so you should not book this as an archaeological tour. You are mainly seeing the bay from the water and stopping to swim.

The advantage is comfort. You can enjoy the view without leaving the yacht, then return to the water when lunch is finished. If you want a long visit to the ruins, this trip may feel too brief and too focused on the sea. If your priority is a pleasant meal and a swim in a scenic bay, the stop fits well.

Cleopatra Bay on the alternate route

A second daytime route uses Cleopatra Bay for swimming and lunch, followed by Phaselis and Paradise Bay. This gives you a slightly different order and may be selected according to availability or the conditions on the day.

The name Cleopatra Bay is appealing, but the supplied details do not promise a specific beach visit, palace, monument, or story connected with Cleopatra. Think of it as a coastal swimming stop rather than a history lesson. The practical value is the same as at Phaselis Bay: lunch is built into a pause in a protected-looking setting rather than served while the boat is racing between stops.

Since the route can change, confirm which itinerary is available before you set your expectations. The company lists route plans, but weather and availability affect the final choice.

Paradise Bay and the pleasure of a second swim

Paradise Bay appears on the regular daytime routes and the sunset schedule. On the first route, you swim at Phaselis Bay, then Paradise Bay, then Kiriş Bay or Moonlight Bay. On the alternate route, Paradise Bay follows Cleopatra Bay and Phaselis.

The value of this stop is variety. You are not spending the whole trip in one anchorage, and the yacht has time to move along the coast between swimming breaks. You can look for dolphins during the sailing sections, though no sighting is guaranteed.

This is also where the private format matters. One past booking had an extra swim stop added by the crew, which shows that the day may have some flexibility. Do not treat that as a guaranteed feature, but it is reasonable to ask the captain if the timing and sea conditions allow an additional pause.

Kiriş Bay or Moonlight Bay, depending on the sea

The final daytime stop is either Kiriş Bay or Moonlight Bay. The choice depends on weather conditions, so you should be ready for the captain to adjust the plan.

Kiriş Bay is part of the standard first route, while Moonlight Bay can replace it. The details do not promise a particular beach landing or water activity beyond swimming, so bring a simple sea-day mindset. The point is time in the water, not a packed schedule of attractions.

That flexibility is a strength on a private boat. A captain can choose the better option for the conditions rather than forcing the same route in every kind of weather. The tradeoff is that you may not know the exact final sequence until the day itself.

The sunset option from 3:00 to 8:00

The sunset tour runs from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. It visits Paradise Bay for swimming and dinner, followed by Moonlight Bay for another swim before returning to Kemer Marina.

This schedule suits you if you prefer a cooler afternoon and evening on the water. Dinner replaces lunch, and the lower sun can make the coast more comfortable than a full morning in direct sunlight. You still get the main appeal of the tour, swimming from a private yacht, but with a slower end to the day.

The sunset plan is not a nightlife cruise. The supplied details focus on dinner, swimming, and the coast, with non-alcoholic drinks included. If you want alcohol, you need to bring it yourself, and red wine and glass containers are specifically prohibited.

Boats, crew, and the private-group advantage

The company uses several new, well-equipped yachts. The larger Tunavy is 24 meters long and listed for up to 20 people. Tunavy II is 20 meters with a listed capacity of 25, while Tunavy I, Tunavy III, Assol, Briz, and Grey range from 12 to 16 meters and are generally listed for 12 people.

Those capacities are the boat limits, not the size of your booking. Your private reservation covers up to eight people. That is important when judging the price. At the maximum group size, $1,100 works out to $137.50 per person before considering the included meal, transport, crew, fuel, and private use of the yacht.

For two people, the same price becomes much harder to justify. For eight friends or family members, it can be a practical way to get a private boat without arranging a larger charter yourself.

The captain handles the sailing, while a waiter serves food and drinks. The crew received especially strong praise for being caring, pleasant, and responsive. Communication has generally been described as good, but one booking found that neither crew member spoke English, despite English being listed as an available language. That is worth clarifying before departure if detailed communication matters to you.

Fatih Yilmaz is the listed contact, and Turkish, English, and Russian are offered for hosting and arrangements. An English and Russian audio guide is also listed, though the experience itself is mainly about the coast and swimming rather than spoken commentary.

Food, drinks, and what to pack

Lunch is included on the daytime route, and dinner is included on the sunset option. Food quality was one of the strongest praised parts of the outing, along with the ride and swim stops. The meal is served on the yacht, so you can eat without giving up your private time at sea.

Non-alcoholic drinks and fruit are included. You may bring fruit or wine, but do not bring red wine or anything in a glass container. Alcohol is not included, and the restrictions mean cans or plastic containers are the safer choice if you plan to bring your own drinks.

Pack sunglasses, a passport or ID card, swimwear, and a towel. A towel is not listed as included, and one booking had to return early after a cold spell made the lack of towels a real problem. That is an easy issue to avoid. Also note the onboard rules: shoes are not allowed indoors, smoking is not allowed indoors, and pets cannot come along.

Timing, weather, and practical limits

The regular daytime tour starts at 9:00 a.m. and returns around 2:30 p.m. The sunset version runs from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The company gives a maximum duration of about five to five-and-a-half hours, so you should not expect a full-day charter.

Weather controls the route and can affect how long you stay in each bay. The captain may choose between Kiriş Bay and Moonlight Bay, and the company may alter the route for safety and comfort. This is normal for a private yacht trip, but it is worth remembering if you have your heart set on one exact stop.

The activity is not suitable for people with altitude sickness or people over 95 years old. The provided information does not give further accessibility details, so ask before booking if you need specific assistance getting on board or moving around the yacht.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours ahead, and you can reserve now and pay later. Those terms help if your Antalya plans are still shifting, especially during a season when sea conditions may affect your preferred day.

Who gets the best value from this yacht tour?

I would consider this for a family group, a birthday outing, or a group of friends who want privacy and a meal without organizing a boat independently. You get hotel transport, a captain, waiter, insurance, fuel, food, drinks, and a floating mat in one package.

It is also a good fit if your ideal day is mostly swimming and relaxing. You will not be rushed from one land attraction to another, and you have room to enjoy the coast at your own pace.

I would hesitate if you are traveling alone or as a couple and must absorb the full $1,100. In that case, a shared boat may offer better value, though it will not provide the same privacy. I would also choose another type of excursion if your main goal is detailed archaeological guiding, because the route shows you places such as Phaselis from the water but does not promise an extended visit ashore.

Should you book it?

Book this yacht if you can share the cost among six to eight people and want a comfortable, private sea day with three swim stops and a proper meal. The strongest reasons are the flexible route, attentive service, hotel pickup, and the ability to enjoy Kemer’s bays without a crowded shared boat.

Before paying, confirm the departure marina, exact yacht, language spoken by the crew, final route, and whether towels are available. Bring your own towel regardless. If the group is small, compare the total cost carefully. For a full private yacht, the price can be fair. For one or two people, it is a luxury purchase rather than a bargain.

FAQ

Where does the yacht tour depart from?

The usual departure point is Kemer Marina. Depending on availability, the yacht may also depart from Antalya Marina, but you need to confirm this after booking.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. The company can pick you up from your hotel and return you after the tour. You need to meet the driver in your hotel lobby. If you use your own car, you can meet the yacht at Kemer Marina.

What is included in the price?

The price includes the private yacht, captain, waiter, hotel pickup and drop-off, fuel, insurance, floating mat, non-alcoholic drinks, and lunch or dinner depending on the selected time.

Are alcoholic drinks included?

No. Alcoholic drinks are not included. You may bring your own wine, but red wine and glass objects are not allowed.

What should I bring?

Bring a passport or ID card and sunglasses. You should also bring swimwear and a towel, since towels are not listed among the included items.

Can I cancel the booking?

Yes. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. The reserve-now, pay-later option is also available.