Kekova gulet cruise from Fethiye

Kekova gulet cruise

Kekova gulet cruise is a must for sea-lovers who love to combine  interesting visits offshore and spending daytime relaxing in wonderful bays. All the region from Kalkan to Kaş  it is a true paradise for lovers of yachting and has a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. You will have the  oportunity to visit unique places like the ancient city of Olympos or ancient Myra, unique sites that Turkey has to offer. Beautiful nature, stunning sea colors and interesting excursions are the hightlights of this cabin gulet cruise.

Itinerary Summary

Fethiye – St.Nicholas Island– Kas – Demre – Simena –Limanagzi Bay – Sunken City – Kalkan  – Firnaz Bay –Boncuklu Bay – Fethiye

Best period for Kekova gulet cruise

Kekova bay gulet cruise is very suitable for cruises starting from May till end of October. The sailing area is quite protected from the winds; therefore the sea is warm and calm. Sailing Gocek Islands to Fethiye is ideal for off-season cruises as well. Average daily temperature in May, June or September and October is over 28 degrees that makes it perfect for a holiday on board.

Type of Gulet

Cabin itineraries such as Kekova gulet cruise are usually organized on Standard plus or Superior air-conditioned gulets. They can have 6 or more double cabins, all with private bathrooms. Your gulet will be assigned shortly before the day of departure. Please note that the air conditioning will be in use for 4-6 hours a day and no later than midnight and not in ports.

Food on board the cabin gulet

Shared gulet cruises from Fethiye includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon snack; full board with extra drinks.  You can view a sample of our weekly menu from this link.

Day 1 – Boarding in Fethiye

Your gulet will be docked in Fethiye harbor and will be available for boarding at 16:30 or later. After the info briefing, you will have some time to explore the main attractions of the city.

The first dinner will be served on the boat at around 20:30; however, guests arriving after 21:30 will be offered a simple dinner box (sandwiches, fruit, etc.).

If all passengers arrive before 19:00, our boat will set sail before sunset to spend the first night at anchor. Otherwise, the gulet will remain anchored in Ece Saray Marina for the night. We would like you to take this information into consideration when planning your flight.

Day 2—St.Nicholas Island

Day 3—Kas and Limanagzi Bay

An early start for Yesilkoy, where we have breakfast and time to swim in this quiet bay surrounded by olive groves.
Then it’s off to Kas for a 1-2 hours visit, a small harbour town with a charming bohemian atmosphere. Afterwards, we cruise to Limanagzi Bay for another swim, dinner and overnight.

Day 4—Demre and Simena

This morning, we cruise to Cayagzi, Demre. Optional transfer by car to Myra and St Nicholas Church (please inform your captain if you would like to visit at an extra fee). After lunch, we cruise to Simena where we can climb up to the castle for a spectacular view of the ancient city. Out in the bay, overlooked by a theatre carved into the rock, a single Lycian sarcophagus sits on its pedestal in the water.

The night is spent in the wide bay surrounded by green hills, at nearby Ucagiz.

Day 5—Sunken city

A short cruise along the Mediterranean coast to the ruins at Kekova – the Sunken City.
Swim and lunch at Tersane Bay where you’ll see the ruins of a Byzantine church and a Roman dockyard on the beach.
Sailing to Gokkaya to spend the night.

Day 6—Firnaz Bay and Yesilkoy

After breakfast, we cruise to the sheltered Firnaz Bay for a swim. We willl spend 1-2 hours in Kalkan, a picturesque harbour town set on the hillside. Swim, dinner and overnight in Yesilkoy

Day 7—Boncuklu Bay

Early start to Camli Burun, a natural bay edged with pine-clad hills, for breakfast and a swim. Then we cruise to Boncuklu Bay. Your last night on board is spent here or in Fethiye harbour, depending on the weather conditions.

Day 8—End of cruise in Fethiye

After breakfast, you can leave the boat by 10:00 am, ending this holiday with unforgettable memories and new friends.

7 nights accommodation in double cabin with private bathroom
Full board: breakfast, lunch, dinner and afternoon tea
Bottled water at lunch and dinner
Transit log and formalities
Crew service
Navigation costs, fuel, water
Bed linen and bath towels
Use of equipment on board
Gulet insurance

Bottled water, Soft drinks, wines, spirits from the bar on board. It si not allowed to bring drinks on board from outside.
Port taxes 50€
Gratuity for the crew 5-10%
Flights &Transfers