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Cruise from Adrasan Harbour through turquoise coves to snorkel, mud-bathe and swim in largely untouched bays. This full-day boat trip combines easy swims, a beachside lunch and a peek at the Genoese port history of Porto Ceneviz.
Cruise from Adrasan Harbour through turquoise coves to snorkel, mud-bathe and swim in largely untouched bays. This full-day boat trip combines easy swims, a beachside lunch and a peek at the Genoese port history of Porto Ceneviz.
You step onto a low wooden deck in the morning light as the harbor yawns awake: gulls circle, the warm Mediterranean breathes against the hull, and the boat eases out past scrubby headlands toward Akseki Bay. The sea, a clear blue machine, invites a first dip; below, rocky reefs hold schools of wriggling fish that watch as you slip into salt and sun.
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Operated by kapadokya seyahat acentası turizm ve otelcilik işlt. ltd.şti. · Adrasan, Antalya Province
You step onto a low wooden deck in the morning light as the harbor yawns awake: gulls circle, the warm Mediterranean breathes against the hull, and the boat eases out past scrubby headlands toward Akseki Bay. The sea, a clear blue machine, invites a first dip; below, rocky reefs hold schools of wriggling fish that watch as you slip into salt and sun.
This stretch of Turkey’s Lycian coast carries layers of history — Roman routeways, medieval Genoese trading posts and small fishing villages that supplied timber and olives for centuries. Geologically the bay is a fringe of limestone and sandstone carved by waves and time, creating hidden coves and shallow reefs ideal for snorkeling. Local culture is low-key: small family-run beach cafés, fishermen repairing nets and the occasional shepherd moving goats along cedar-studded slopes.
Practical guide: the full-day excursion runs about 10–11 hours from Antalya with pickup, boarding at Adrasan Harbour and several swim stops including Porto Ceneviz where you’ll try a natural mud bath and enjoy a beach lunch. Expect short swims (30–60 minutes per stop), easy boarding from a tender and minimal walking ashore. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a swim mask, water shoes for rocky entries and cash for snacks.
Timing matters: mornings are calmer for snorkeling; late afternoon returns often have gentler seas. For families, the operator provides infant seats and rates the trip easy on fitness. The day balances relaxed swimming, shallow exploration and a cultural brush with this quieter stretch of Turkey’s coast.
easy.
10–11 hours.
Minimal fitness required; must be able to enter/exit a small boat and swim short distances
Yes — most departures include pickup from Antalya-area hotels; a meeting point option is available for those outside pickup zones.
Basic swimming ability is recommended for snorkeling and short swims, but life jackets are typically provided and staff assist less confident swimmers.
The mud bath at Porto Ceneviz is a shallow, sandy-mud shoreline experience—messy but informal; rinse-off in the sea afterward and expect a light-layered application followed by a freshwater rinse where available.
Yes; the operator notes the trip is family-friendly with infant seating available, though adults must supervise swimming children at all times.
Porto Ceneviz (Genoese Port) takes its name from medieval Genoese traders who used small coves along the Lycian coast for shelter and commerce; traces of stone quays and simple harbor works remain.
This coastline is sensitive: practice leave-no-trace on beaches, avoid disturbing marine life, and use reef-safe products to reduce chemical impacts on local ecosystems.
kapadokya seyahat acentası turizm ve otelcilik işlt. ltd.şti. operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step onto a low wooden deck in the morning light as the harbor yawns awake: gulls circle, the warm Mediterranean breathes against the hull, and the boat eases out past scrubby headlands toward Akseki Bay. The sea, a clear blue machine, invites a first dip; below, rocky reefs hold schools of wriggling fish that watch as you slip into salt and sun.
You step onto a low wooden deck in the morning light as the harbor yawns awake: gulls circle, the warm Mediterranean breathes against the hull, and the boat eases out past scrubby headlands toward Akseki Bay. The sea, a clear blue machine, invites a first dip; below, rocky reefs hold schools of wriggling fish that watch as you slip into salt and sun.
This stretch of Turkey’s Lycian coast carries layers of history — Roman routeways, medieval Genoese trading posts and small fishing villages that supplied timber and olives for centuries. Geologically the bay is a fringe of limestone and sandstone carved by waves and time, creating hidden coves and shallow reefs ideal for snorkeling. Local culture is low-key: small family-run beach cafés, fishermen repairing nets and the occasional shepherd moving goats along cedar-studded slopes.
Practical guide: the full-day excursion runs about 10–11 hours from Antalya with pickup, boarding at Adrasan Harbour and several swim stops including Porto Ceneviz where you’ll try a natural mud bath and enjoy a beach lunch. Expect short swims (30–60 minutes per stop), easy boarding from a tender and minimal walking ashore. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a swim mask, water shoes for rocky entries and cash for snacks.
Timing matters: mornings are calmer for snorkeling; late afternoon returns often have gentler seas. For families, the operator provides infant seats and rates the trip easy on fitness. The day balances relaxed swimming, shallow exploration and a cultural brush with this quieter stretch of Turkey’s coast.