From Demre: Guided Kekova Sea Kayaking Tour

5.0
(3 reviews)

4 to 6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This trip is for anyone wanting to have 'a go' at kayaking or have never paddled before. If you are looking for an easy, guided trip with no hassle whilst enjoying the renowned beauty of the Kekova area, then this is the trip for you!

This is a 100% Sea kayaking sight-seeing trip, passing all of Kekova's top landmarks, such as the Sunken City of Kekova, Simena Castle, Tersane (Shipyard) Bay, Theimussa (Ucagiz) and many others, all from the seat of a kayak. See Kekova as it is meant to be from the Turkish Riviera.

If you are a complete beginner or novice don't worry, this is a physical activity similar to going for a long brisk walk.

What's Included

Lunch
Castle of Simena

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Pick-up times may vary depending on the season. We will notify you of the pick-up time one day before the tour via WhatsApp or email.

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Meeting point
You can choose from multiple locations at checkout.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 4 to 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Demre (Kale)

    The tour starts around 8:30 am when everyone gets on the bus in Demre for the drive to Uçağiz village, which takes about 45 minutes.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    You will then enter the water and start your first paddling session from Üçağiz to get accustomed to the kayak and practice proper navigation. We depart Ucagiz at 09:30 am with motorized support vessel to escort us, and paddle southwest down the coast towards the Kekova Island and arrive Tersane bay at 10:15 am and followed by a swimming break.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Arrive Tersane bay at 10:15 am and followed by a swimming break.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    From there the group will slowly paddle over the ancient Lycian Sunken City of Kekova. Since this is a protected area, swimming is not permitted here.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Kekova Island

    So what better way to explore the Sunken City than by Kayaking alongside the ruins; giving you the chance to capture unforgettable photos.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Castle of Simena

    After an exciting of adventure, we’ll head to Simena and arrive at 11:30 am, park in Kaleköy (ancient Simena Castle) for 45 mins, giving you time to visit this small authentic village that’s home to castle ruins and a necropolis.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 7

    A hike up the hillside will give you magnificent views of the Kekova region. If you’d prefer to admire Simena Castle from down below, you can use your remaining time to take another dip in the gorgeous blue waters.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 8

    In the afternoon we head back towards Theimussa for an up close view of more impressive Lycian sarcophagi and then return to our Kayak base. Following this you will move on to Üçağiz to enjoy lunch at 13:15 pm

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by SAILNSTAY

Tags

Day Trips
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Historical Tours
Kayaking Tours
Archaeology Tours
Water Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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