From Demre: Guided Kekova Sea Kayaking Tour

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From Demre: Guided Kekova Sea Kayaking Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Sea Kayaking, Kekova Island — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 4–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 15 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: SAILNSTAY

Ages: Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lunch

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees: Castle of Simena

Itinerary

Demre (Kale)

30 min

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.
Ucagiz

30 min

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.
Tersane Koyu

30 min

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

30 min

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.
Kekova Island

30 min

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

30 min Admission not included

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.
Sunken City Ruins of Simena

30 min Admission not included

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.
Stop 8

30 min

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

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

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.

End point

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.

Pickup points

Dufa Apart Bungalow
Hotel Palm House
Demre Yener Apart
Tas Konak Butik Otel Bungalov
Artemis Deluxe Apart
Lemon Garden Bungalow
Bu Bungalow Hotel
Demyra Hotel
Villa d'Mare
Damira Apart

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.