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Spend a full day cruising from Side aboard a three-deck yacht to Cennet Beach, Dolphin Island and Karaburun Bay. Expect multiple swim breaks, freshly grilled lunch onboard and chances to spot dolphins and loggerhead turtles.
Spend a full day cruising from Side aboard a three-deck yacht to Cennet Beach, Dolphin Island and Karaburun Bay. Expect multiple swim breaks, freshly grilled lunch onboard and chances to spot dolphins and loggerhead turtles.
Step aboard the three-deck Prestige Deluxe as the bus winds through pine-scented Sorgun forest toward the Manavgat pier. The Mediterranean opens before you: the river pushes a cool ribbon into the sea, small shipyards line the strait, and the Taurus ridgelines watch from inland. The yacht slips out, engines steady, and the day becomes a sequence of swims, ruins and open-water watching.
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Operated by VOKS-TUR TURİZM SEYAHAT ACENTASI · Side, Antalya Province
Step aboard the three-deck Prestige Deluxe as the bus winds through pine-scented Sorgun forest toward the Manavgat pier. The Mediterranean opens before you: the river pushes a cool ribbon into the sea, small shipyards line the strait, and the Taurus ridgelines watch from inland. The yacht slips out, engines steady, and the day becomes a sequence of swims, ruins and open-water watching.
This coastline has long linked Anatolian farms and coastal fishers; the Manavgat River carved a shallow estuary that attracted ancient settlements and the small islets that now host turtle nests. Karaburun Bay and nearby Dolphin Island sit on limestone shelves formed by uplift and marine deposition, so you’ll see rocky outcrops, submerged ruins and clear coves where caretta-caretta turtles and dolphins frequent.
Culturally the trip mixes modern beach tourism with local grilling traditions—expect freshly grilled trout served onboard and vendors selling simple sweets at swim stops. Guides speak English, German and Russian and point out trout farms, the stadium and the region’s practical history as a coastal trade route.
Practical guidance: arrive with reef-friendly sunscreen, a towel and confident swimming skills for multiple 30–60 minute breaks; the boat has showers and changing areas. Bring cash for jet-ski rides or pancakes sold on deck. If you’re prone to seasickness, take precautions before departure. Pickup windows and return times are fixed; plan hotel transfers accordingly. This is an easy, all-ages cruise focused on relaxed swimming, wildlife watching and short explorations of coastal ruins—an efficient way to experience the Manavgat mouth and Karaburun’s blue bays in one day.
easy.
6–7 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; should be comfortable boarding, short swims and stairs on a three-deck boat.
Pickup from hotels runs between 08:30 and 09:30; the operator confirms your pickup point in advance—be ready at the specified time.
Yes, a buffet lunch with grilled trout or chicken, rice and salad is included onboard; snacks and extras are available for purchase.
Yes, the itinerary includes three swimming breaks—one at Cennet Beach, one near Dolphin Island and a final stop at the river mouth.
Infants must sit on laps; the tour is not recommended for travelers with serious spinal, cardiovascular, or pregnancy restrictions—consult your doctor.
The Manavgat estuary has supported coastal communities since antiquity; nearby ruins reflect Roman and Byzantine maritime activity tied to inland trade routes.
The region hosts nesting loggerhead turtles; stick to marked paths on shore and use reef-safe products to minimize impact on coastal ecosystems.
VOKS-TUR TURİZM SEYAHAT ACENTASI operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
Step aboard the three-deck Prestige Deluxe as the bus winds through pine-scented Sorgun forest toward the Manavgat pier. The Mediterranean opens before you: the river pushes a cool ribbon into the sea, small shipyards line the strait, and the Taurus ridgelines watch from inland. The yacht slips out, engines steady, and the day becomes a sequence of swims, ruins and open-water watching.
Step aboard the three-deck Prestige Deluxe as the bus winds through pine-scented Sorgun forest toward the Manavgat pier. The Mediterranean opens before you: the river pushes a cool ribbon into the sea, small shipyards line the strait, and the Taurus ridgelines watch from inland. The yacht slips out, engines steady, and the day becomes a sequence of swims, ruins and open-water watching.
This coastline has long linked Anatolian farms and coastal fishers; the Manavgat River carved a shallow estuary that attracted ancient settlements and the small islets that now host turtle nests. Karaburun Bay and nearby Dolphin Island sit on limestone shelves formed by uplift and marine deposition, so you’ll see rocky outcrops, submerged ruins and clear coves where caretta-caretta turtles and dolphins frequent.
Culturally the trip mixes modern beach tourism with local grilling traditions—expect freshly grilled trout served onboard and vendors selling simple sweets at swim stops. Guides speak English, German and Russian and point out trout farms, the stadium and the region’s practical history as a coastal trade route.
Practical guidance: arrive with reef-friendly sunscreen, a towel and confident swimming skills for multiple 30–60 minute breaks; the boat has showers and changing areas. Bring cash for jet-ski rides or pancakes sold on deck. If you’re prone to seasickness, take precautions before departure. Pickup windows and return times are fixed; plan hotel transfers accordingly. This is an easy, all-ages cruise focused on relaxed swimming, wildlife watching and short explorations of coastal ruins—an efficient way to experience the Manavgat mouth and Karaburun’s blue bays in one day.