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From Kas Private Luxury Yacht Escape

★ 5.0 · 2 reviews $1,274 whole boat, up to 5 Operated by Tatil Sihirbazı Travel Agency · Bookable on Viator
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Kaş is at its best from the water, and this private yacht day gives you access to bays that are awkward to reach on your own. From the marina, you’ll cruise toward Five Islands Bay, İnönü Bay, Çoban Bay, and Güvercinlik, with time to swim, snorkel, eat, and simply sit in the sun.

I like the easy setup: your captain meets you at Setur Kaş Marina, and you can buy extra drinks at the marina market before boarding. I also like the private format, especially for a family or group of friends who want their own pace rather than a crowded boat.

The main drawback is the price. At $1,273.36 for up to five people, it makes the most sense when your group is full. Alcohol, soda, and bottled water cost extra, and the non-refundable policy calls for careful planning.

Key details at a glance

From Kas Private Luxury Yacht Escape - Key details at a glance

  • Five Islands Bay is your first swim, with a useful early stop for Turkish coffee and a look toward nearby Meis, the Greek island.
  • İnönü Bay offers the clearest snorkeling, making it one of the best places to bring a mask.
  • Çoban Bay is the lunch stop, with five cold mezes, salad, and grilled chicken or meatballs.
  • Güvercinlik Bay is another snorkeling stop, followed by fresh fruit on the return trip.
  • The boat is private for your group, with a maximum of five people and no unrelated passengers.
  • The day runs from 10 a.m. to about 5:30 p.m., with roughly seven and a half hours on the water.

What the $1,273.36 price really buys

The price is high for a day at sea, but this is not a per-seat excursion. It covers the private yacht for up to five people, so a full group pays about $254.67 per person before extra drinks. For a couple, the same price becomes much harder to justify.

What you are paying for is control and space. You do not have to share the boat with strangers, wait for a large group to board, or follow the mood of a crowded outing. Your group can swim together, eat together, and enjoy the ride without the usual boat-trip shuffle.

The food and coffee are included, which helps. Lunch consists of five cold mezes, salad, and grilled chicken or meatballs. Coffee or tea is also provided, and fruit is served on the way back. You still need to budget for bottled water, soft drinks, and alcohol.

I would compare the cost with your group size before booking. Five people who value privacy may find it sensible. Two people looking for the cheapest way to see the coast should consider a shared boat instead.

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Meeting the captain at Kaş Marina

From Kas Private Luxury Yacht Escape - Meeting the captain at Kaş Marina

The meeting point is Setur Kaş Marina, at Andifli, Uğur Mumcu Cd. The captain meets you there, and the yacht departs at 10 a.m. The first marina stop takes only about 10 minutes, but arrive with enough time to find the boat without rushing.

There is a market at the marina where you can buy drinks before boarding. This is an important practical detail because bottled water, soda, and alcoholic drinks are not included. Buy what you need before leaving the dock, since the day is built around bays and swimming stops rather than regular shopping breaks.

The boat returns to Setur Kaş Marina at about 5:30 p.m. You finish where you started, so you do not need to arrange a separate return transfer.

Five Islands Bay and the morning coffee stop

From Kas Private Luxury Yacht Escape - Five Islands Bay and the morning coffee stop

The first major stop is Five Islands Bay, reached after departure from Kaş. The boat pauses here for about 45 minutes, giving you an early swimming break before the day gets too far along.

This bay is also described as the closest point to Meis, the Greek island. That adds a little geographic interest to the first stop, but the main reason to enjoy it is the chance to get into the water early. If you have been waiting for a swim, you will not have to wait long.

Morning coffee is served here. Turkish coffee or tea gives the stop a pleasant rhythm: arrive, look around, have a warm drink, then swim. Pack a swimsuit where you can reach it quickly rather than burying it in a bag.

The 45-minute timing is enough for a swim and a short rest, but it is not a long beach visit. This is a boat stop, not a visit to a developed seaside resort, so expect time in the water and on board rather than a broad stretch of sand.

İnönü Bay for clearer water and snorkeling

From Kas Private Luxury Yacht Escape - İnönü Bay for clearer water and snorkeling

The boat then sails toward İnönü Bay, referred to in the route as Bayır Sokak. This is another 45-minute stop and one of the more useful points for anyone interested in snorkeling.

The water here is described as very clear, which makes it a natural place to bring your own mask and snorkel. The tour information does not specify whether equipment is supplied, so you should not assume it is. If snorkeling matters to you, ask before departure or bring your own gear.

I would treat this as a water-focused stop rather than a sightseeing stop. You have time to swim and look below the surface, but not enough time for a long session if your group includes people who want to alternate between swimming and relaxing.

The private setup helps here. A family with teenagers can split up for a short time, with some people snorkeling while others stay on board. You are not trying to keep pace with a large group.

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Çoban Bay and a relaxed mezze lunch

From Kas Private Luxury Yacht Escape - Çoban Bay and a relaxed mezze lunch

Çoban Bay is the main meal stop. The boat spends about an hour here, allowing time for lunch and another swim.

The included meal has five different cold mezes, salad, and either grilled chicken or meatballs. It is a simple Turkish boat lunch, not a formal restaurant meal. That is part of the appeal: you eat at a quiet bay, then go straight back into the water.

The food is suitable for a group that wants something filling without losing much of the afternoon. Cold mezes and salad also fit the warm setting better than a heavy meal. Still, the information does not identify the exact mezes or provide a vegetarian main-course option, so ask ahead if anyone in your group has dietary needs.

An hour is a useful amount of time here. You can eat without rushing, then swim before the boat moves on. If lunch is the social center of your day, this is likely to be your longest single stop.

Limanağzı Beach, if time allows

From Kas Private Luxury Yacht Escape - Limanağzı Beach, if time allows

The route may include a short stop at Limanağzı Beach if the schedule allows. The planned swimming break is about 30 minutes.

That if time allows matters. You should see Limanağzı as an extra possibility, not a guaranteed part of the day. Weather, sailing time, and how long your group spends swimming can affect the schedule.

If the stop happens, it gives you another chance to swim in a different setting. If it does not, the trip still includes several other bays. I would not book this experience mainly for Limanağzı, but it is a pleasant bonus when the timing works.

Güvercinlik Bay and the final swim

From Kas Private Luxury Yacht Escape - Güvercinlik Bay and the final swim

Güvercinlik Bay is described as a local diving point and is suitable for snorkeling. The boat stops here for about 45 minutes, making it another strong opportunity to get in the water.

The word diving here refers to the bay’s underwater appeal, not a scuba program included in the tour. You should expect swimming and snorkeling, not an organized scuba lesson or equipment package.

This late-afternoon stop can be especially welcome after lunch. You have had time to settle into the boat, and another swim breaks up the ride back. Fresh fruit is served on the return journey, a small but useful touch after several hours in the sun.

Bring a towel, swimsuit, and sun protection. The provided details confirm swimming and snorkeling stops, but they do not specify shade, changing facilities, or a towel service. Pack for a boat day rather than assuming land-based comforts.

Life aboard a private yacht

The private format is the heart of this experience. Only your group participates, with space for up to five people. That makes it a good fit for a family, two couples, or a small group of friends who want a quiet day together.

A family of four with two teenagers has already found this kind of day worth the cost, especially as a shared family memory. That detail is useful if you are traveling with older children: the schedule offers movement, swimming, food, and scenery without asking everyone to sit still for seven and a half hours.

The private boat also suits people who dislike fixed group dynamics. You can relax on board between stops, decide who wants to swim, and keep the day centered on your own group. The captain and crew handle the route, food, coffee, and boat logistics.

You should still remember that privacy does not mean complete freedom to change the route. The captain needs to work around weather, sailing time, and the planned return. The day has a clear route, with some flexibility around the Limanağzı stop.

Food, drinks, and what to pack

Included food is cold mezes, salad, and grilled chicken or meatballs. Coffee and tea are included as well, with morning coffee at the first bay and fruit served on the way back.

Not included are alcohol, soda, and bottled water. The marina market is your chance to stock up before boarding. I would make water the first purchase, then add any soft drinks or alcoholic drinks your group wants.

Pack light but prepare for a full day on the water:

  • Swimsuit and towel
  • Snorkeling gear, unless the provider confirms equipment is available
  • Sun protection
  • Extra drinks from the marina market
  • A waterproof way to protect phones and other small items

Service animals are allowed, and the activity is near public transportation. The information also says most people can participate, but it gives no detailed accessibility notes for boarding or moving around the yacht. Ask the provider directly if anyone in your group has mobility concerns.

Weather, timing, and the cancellation risk

The trip depends on good weather. If poor weather causes the operator to cancel, you are offered another date or a full refund.

Your own cancellation is different. The booking is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or request an amendment, the amount paid is not returned. Because of that, I would wait until your plans and group are firm before committing.

The schedule is clear: meet at Setur Kaş Marina for a 10 a.m. departure, spend the day moving between bays, and return around 5:30 p.m. The total duration is about seven hours and 30 minutes. That is long enough to feel like a proper day on the coast, but you should be comfortable spending most of the day aboard a boat.

Who should book this Kaş yacht day?

I would recommend it most strongly to a full group of up to five people who care about privacy. Families with teenagers should find the swimming breaks and food easy to enjoy, while friends can make the day as social or quiet as they like.

It also suits you if your ideal day includes several water stops rather than one long beach visit. Five Islands Bay, İnönü Bay, Çoban Bay, Limanağzı if time allows, and Güvercinlik give the day a changing rhythm.

I would think twice if your main goal is to save money, if you dislike boat travel, or if your group may need to cancel. The price is difficult for a small party, and the strict cancellation terms remove flexibility.

Should you book it?

Book this private yacht escape if you can fill most of the five spaces and want a relaxed day built around swimming, snorkeling, Turkish coffee, fresh fruit, and a simple Turkish lunch. The route reaches several water stops without asking you to manage the boat or logistics yourself.

Skip it if you are traveling alone or as a couple and mainly want the lowest-cost way to see the coast. For the right group, the privacy and full-day format make the price easier to accept. Just buy your drinks at the marina, bring swim gear, confirm any food or snorkeling questions, and check the forecast before paying.

FAQ

Where does the yacht trip start?

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

What time does the boat depart?

The boat departs at 10 a.m.

Where does the trip end?

The activity ends back at Setur Kaş Marina.

How long does the experience last?

The experience lasts approximately seven hours and 30 minutes, with the boat returning around 5:30 p.m.

How many people can join the private yacht?

The private yacht is for a group of up to five people.

Is lunch included?

Yes. Lunch includes five cold mezes, salad, and grilled chicken or meatballs.

Are drinks included?

Coffee and tea are included. Alcoholic drinks, soda, and bottled water are not included.

Can I buy drinks before boarding?

Yes. You can buy drinks at the market at Kaş Marina before getting on the boat.

Where can I swim or snorkel?

Planned swimming or snorkeling stops include Five Islands Bay, İnönü Bay, Çoban Bay, and Güvercinlik Bay. Limanağzı Beach may be included if time allows.

What happens if bad weather cancels the trip?

If poor weather causes cancellation, you are offered a different date or a full refund. Personal cancellations and requested changes are non-refundable.

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