Set off from Adrasan for a full-day boat trip to Suluada, the Love Cave and Pirate Bay — a chance to swim crystalline coves, search for turtles and soak up Lycian coastline scenery. Read on for logistics and what to pack.
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Morning light slashes across the Mediterranean as the boat pulls out of Adrasan harbor, cliffs and sea caves sliding past like chapters in a travel journal. Salt stings your lips, gulls wheel above, and the water, at once cold in shaded caves and sun-warmed in shallow bays, dares you to dive in.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
12 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be comfortable boarding boats and swimming in open water.
Wildlife
History
The Lycian coast has been inhabited since antiquity; small harbors and caves once provided shelter for local fishermen and, at times, raiders, which is reflected in place names along the coast.
Conservation
This marine area benefits from informal protection through local awareness; visitors should avoid anchoring on seagrass, not disturb wildlife, and carry out all trash.
Reserve your spot on the Suluada Island Boat Trip from Antalya with Lunch today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring reef-safe sunscreen
The boat stops for multiple swims; protect skin and local ecosystems by using reef-safe SPF.
Wear swim shoes
Beaches are pebbly and cave entries can be rocky—rubber-soled water shoes make entering and exiting safer.
Carry a waterproof bag
Protect phones and dry clothes during swims and short onshore breaks.
Plan for an early start and long day
Pickup from Antalya is typically before 7:00 AM with long transfers; bring snacks and patience for the bus segment.
Swim shoes
Protects feet on pebbly beaches and while entering caves.
summer
Reef-safe sunscreen
Protects skin and the marine environment during long sun exposure.
summer
Light windbreaker
Useful for chill on the boat when cruising in the morning or late afternoon.
spring
Waterproof phone case or camera
Keeps electronics dry while you photograph swims and caves.
summer