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Spend a day cruising Kekova’s sheltered bays from Andriake Harbor: swim in emerald coves, explore Simena’s hilltop castle, and glide along the protected ruins of the Sunken City. This small-group boat trip from Demre blends Lycian history with calm, swim-friendly stops and a village lunch at Üçağız.
Spend a day cruising Kekova’s sheltered bays from Andriake Harbor: swim in emerald coves, explore Simena’s hilltop castle, and glide along the protected ruins of the Sunken City. This small-group boat trip from Demre blends Lycian history with calm, swim-friendly stops and a village lunch at Üçağız.
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Operated by YourTourKey · Demre, Antalya Province
The day begins at Andriake Harbor, where limestone cliffs push shadows across a glassy bay and the boat's low engine thrums like a steady heartbeat. You step aboard a half-filled 50-capacity vessel—limited to 25 guests—so there’s room to move, dry off, and listen as the crew charts a route through bays cut by tectonic time.
easy.
7–8 hours.
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short climbs (castle) and moderate movements on a boat and docks.
Yes—lunch is provided at Üçağız with chicken or fish main options; vegetarian and vegan meals can be arranged if you notify the crew or restaurant in advance.
No—Kekova’s Sunken City is protected and swimming over the submerged ruins is not permitted; the boat will cruise alongside for viewing and photos.
Yes; the tour is described as physically easy. Expect boat transfers, boarding from docks, and an optional short climb to Simena Castle. Notify the operator of mobility limitations when booking.
Andriake is near Demre; public buses and local transfers run from Demre and Kaş. The meeting point is the harbor—arrive 15–30 minutes early to check in.
This coastline preserves Lycian-era tombs and settlements; the Sunken City (Dolchiste) was submerged after seismic events in antiquity and is part of the region's protected heritage.
The Kekova zone includes legally protected underwater ruins—visitors should not swim over or remove artifacts and should use reef-safe products to limit impact on marine life.
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