The 15 Best Island & Bay Boat Trips in Turkey

Antalya/Kemer: Suluada Island Small-Group Boat Tour w/ Lunch - Boarding at Adrasan and choosing your spot

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 4,207 reviews · 7 - 12 hours · from $21Our pick

Spend a full day sailing from Antalya or Kemer to Suluada with guides such as Kartal, Ugur, or Mehmet. Swim at Paradise Bay, Waterfall Bay, and Maldives Beach, enjoy a three-course lunch, and buy drinks aboard a boat carrying up to 65 people.

“The trip was so good, everything was organised, clean, the vibe on the boat matched perfectly with the view, the time spent at the places where we stopped was enough for taking pictures, going for a swim and feeling the sunshine.”

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Antalya: Suluada Island Boat Trip with Lunch & Hotel Pickup

2.Suluada Island Boat Trip with Lunch & Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 3,240 reviews · 7 - 12 hours · from $20

You’ll drive from Antalya or Kemer to Adrasan, board the Osman Baba Boat, and cruise to Suluada and a quiet bay. Expect clear water, beach and deep-water swims, lunch with chicken or fish, and roughly 7 to 12 hours on the road and sea. Driver Doğan has earned praise for being punctual and helpful.

“It was one of the best trips me and my husband have had in the longest while. Amazing company, amazing boat! Everything was too good!”

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Full-Day Orak Island Boat Trip from Bodrum

3.Full-Day Orak Island Boat Trip from Bodrum

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,513 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $41

Set sail from Halikarnas harbor with Bayside Boat Tours for four swim stops at Red Bay, Orak Island, German Bay, and Rabbit Bay. Expect Turkish and English-speaking crew, a freshly cooked lunch, afternoon melon and tea, music, and time to sunbathe on deck.

“Very nice day trip, touching 4 different coastal blue-water bays. We were able to swim at each stop and also the food and the afternoon tea+snacks was nice value for the money paid! Has many have said before, I think it's a must do in Bodrum as It gives you the chances to explore beautiful part of the coast which can't be reached with a car!”

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From Antalya or Kemer: Suluada Island Boat Trip with Lunch

4.From Antalya or Kemer: Suluada Island Boat Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,018 reviews · 7 - 16 hours · from $18

From Antalya or Kemer, you’ll ride to Adrasan, board a full-day boat, and swim at Suluada’s clear-water bays, western coast, freshwater beach, and Hacivat Bay. English and Russian hosts, lunch, optional transfers, and a photographer on some boats are included or available depending on your booking.

“Very good, went for my birthday and had a lovely scenic ride to the island and back, spent some time at the beach and got some lovely photos taken by the photographer on board. I didn’t quite enjoy the lunch but the experience was absolutely amazing.”

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Bodrum: Orak Island Boat Tour with Swim Stops and Lunch

5.Orak Island Boat Tour with Swim Stops and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 950 reviews · 8 hours · from $27

Cruise from Bodrum to German Bay, Orak Island, Red Nose Bay, and Tavşan Burnu on a spacious two-deck boat. You get several swim stops, about two hours at Orak, lunch, tea, and optional hotel pickup. Crew members such as Eric, Ali, and Cem are praised for their friendly help.

“Great activity, well organized, lunch was very good. You will have plenty of time to enjoy the different places you will go to, while resting on the boat on the way. I recommend.”

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Side: Dolphin Island Boat Trip with Lunch & Unlimited Drinks

6.Dolphin Island Boat Trip with Lunch & Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 896 reviews · 7 hours · from $24

You’ll cruise from Kumköy Beach toward Dolphin Island, stopping to swim where the Manavgat River meets the sea and in clear Mediterranean water. Expect lunch, unlimited basic soft drinks, music, a foam party, and views of Side’s ancient port and Apollo Temple. Dolphin sightings are possible, not promised.

“everything was amazing, great value, great experience and fun. we just wish we'd seen dolphins!”

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Istanbul: Princes’ Islands Cruise w/Music, Lunch & Transfer

7.Istanbul: Princes’ Islands Cruise w/Music, Lunch & Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 711 reviews · 7 hours · from $34

You’ll leave Istanbul by private boat for Kınalıada and Büyükada, with a guided walk, onboard lunch, free time, swimming, and optional electric vehicle hire. English or Arabic hosts help keep the day moving. Hotel pickup is available, and the boat is named Deluxe.

“It was too cold abd all inside seats were totally occupied”

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Side: Dolphin Island Boat Tour w/ Lunch & Foam Party

8.Dolphin Island Boat Tour w/ Lunch & Foam Party

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 623 reviews · 9 hours · from $30

You’ll sail from Side along the Manavgat River, stop at the Bosphorus, Dolphin Island, and Karaburun Bay, and enjoy three swim breaks, grilled chicken lunch, and a foam party. English and German commentary is available, with hotel pickup from Side-area resorts.

“Good day for all ages, the team on the boat are polite and helpful. Enjoyed and stops with plenty to keep everyone interested.”

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Side: Dolphins Island Cruise with Swimming Stops and Lunch

9.Dolphins Island Cruise with Swimming Stops and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 617 reviews · 7 hours · from $26

Spend seven hours cruising from Side’s Manavgat River into the Mediterranean. Your English or German-speaking guide points out river turtles, shipyards, dolphins, and sea turtles, with swim stops, lunch, a foam party, and optional hotel pickup.

“This was a great trip, very organised. Pick up, drop off and boat were on time and we saw turtles and dolphins, plenty of swim stops, lunch was delicious and staff were so lovely. Drinks were reasonably priced. Definitely recommend.”

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Istanbul: Round-Trip Ferry Tickets to the Princes’ Islands

10.Istanbul: Round-Trip Ferry Tickets to the Princes’ Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 586 reviews · from $11Best value

Take a return ferry from Eminönü to Büyükada, the largest and most famous Princes’ Island. Use your smartphone ticket, explore old villas, Trotsky’s former home, St. George Church, beaches, and harbor restaurants, then return on a scheduled afternoon ferry. An optional audio guide is available in six languages.

“Overall the trip was decent. Do NOT purchase the tickets online, purchase them at the port in Istanbul as you will pay much less per ticket”

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Kas: Kekova Island Sunken City & Historical Sites Boat Tour

11.Kas: Kekova Island Sunken City & Historical Sites Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 441 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $84Top rated

Set out from Kaş at 9:30 am for a full day around Kekova Island. Swim at four clear-water bays, view the Sunken City from the boat, enjoy a buffet lunch and afternoon tea, then explore Simena and its castle. Captain Ergun is among the guides who may lead the trip.

“Highlights were the 4 swim stops in warm, crystal-clear turquoise water, plus the Kekova sunken city. Very well organised, beautiful boat, very clean, excellent lunch. Could have done with more time to see Simena Castle”

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Bodrum Orak Island (Turkish Maldives) Boat Trip

12.Bodrum Orak Island (Turkish Maldives) Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 407 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $30

Meet at 11:00 for a six-hour boat day from Halikarnas Port. Swim in Orak Island’s clear, sandy-bottom bay, stop at Pabuç Burnu and Rabbit Bay, enjoy Turkish lunch, and see Bodrum Castle from the water. Drinks cost extra, and the boat can hold up to 80 people.

“Was such an amazing day trip!! The swimming stops were the perfect length, there was plenty of room in the shade and sun on the boat, and the food was delicious! Drinks were also reasonably priced!! Definitely recommend!”

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From Istanbul: Princes Island Tour with 2 Islands

13.From Istanbul: Princes Island Tour with 2 Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 281 reviews · 8 hours · from $16

Travel from Istanbul to Heybeliada and Buyukada by ferry, with island history from guides such as Suleyman, a seasonal lunch, and free time for walking, swimming, biking, or cafés. Hotel pickup is optional, and the electric car tour costs extra.

“We had an incredible boat trip experience to the Princes Islands. From the very beginning, everything was handled professionally and smoothly. Our guide was waiting for us at the meeting point with transport to take us to another boat without any stress or delay. That level of care and organisation immediately gave us confidence that we were in good hands. The trip itself was absolutely amazing. The atmosphere on board was relaxed and enjoyable with nice music and well stocked bar. Lunch was another highlight. The food was delicious, fresh, and full of flavour. The service was excellent — attentive, friendly, and professional throughout the entire experience. Everything felt well…”

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Kas: Kekova Island Sunken City & Historical Sites Boat Tour

14.Kas: Kekova Island Sunken City & Historical Sites Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 274 reviews · 8 hours · from $94

Spend eight hours with Captain Ergun and his crew cruising from Kas to Kekova. Swim in clear coves, see the Sunken City from the boat, walk up to Simena Castle, and enjoy a generous onboard lunch. Bring beachwear, your own snorkel gear, and cash for the castle fee.

“Supppper nice if you wanna see some amazing swimming spots :) the lunch was 10/10”

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From Antalya/Kemer: Suluada Island Boat Trip with Sunset

15.From Antalya/Kemer: Suluada Island Boat Trip with Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 248 reviews · 6 - 12 hours · from $24

Travel by coach from Antalya, Belek, or Kemer to Adrasan, then spend about six hours aboard a boat bound for Suluada. Expect mountain and sea views, swimming stops, lunch, music, and optional sunset sailing. Crew members speak English, Turkish, Russian, and German.

“Really liked the tour, recommend it 100%! The transfer was comfy with air conditioning, and the driver was super nice and friendly. The road to the port was already a treat — beautiful views of the sea and mountains, so just the drive itself felt like part of the experience. There were no delays, everything was smooth. The boat trip was wonderful — we had two stops for swimming and one for taking photos. If you’re worried about sunburn, the sunset tour is a great option. We didn’t see the actual sunset because the sun was behind the mountain, but honestly, the views were still stunning. Totally worth it!”

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