Guides

These are the anchorages we actually use, with the sailing time from Antalya and what each one is good for. The list runs roughly west to east: the closest are under two hours and work for a half day, while Kekova, Kaputas and Patara need a full day or a night aboard to do properly. Sailing times assume a departure from Antalya or Kemer; from Kas or Finike the western bays come much closer.

Guides

When to take a boat trip from AntalyaMay and October: warm water, empty bays, lower prices.The meltemi, and why the afternoon changes everythingFlat at eight, choppy by two, calm after six. Plan the day around it.What to bring on a day charterHat, reef safe cream, soft shoes, a layer for the evening. The rest is aboard.Avoiding seasickness on a day charterMorning departure, sheltered bays, low and central, eyes on the horizon.What you actually see at KekovaRead the ruins from the boat, swim at Gokkaya, climb the castle at Simena.Day, sunset or a week: choosing a charterOne free day: day charter. One free evening: sunset. A week: go west.

Practical notes

The season runs from late April to the end of October, and July and August are the busiest weeks. Boarding is normally between 09:00 and 10:00, and the run out to Antalya takes about 3 h. Bring a hat, reef safe sun cream and soft soled shoes; towels, snorkel sets and shade are already aboard. Hotel pickup across Antalya, Kemer, Belek and Lara can be arranged the evening before at no extra charge. If the forecast turns, the captain moves the route to the sheltered side of the coast rather than cancelling, and a genuine weather cancellation is refunded in full.

Included in every charter

• Licensed captain and crew
• Fuel, harbour fees and insurance
• Towels, snorkel sets and paddle boards
• Soft drinks, water, tea and Turkish coffee
• Hotel pickup across Antalya on request

From EUR 800 Per boat, not per person, for the whole yacht and your party only. The exact figure depends on the programme, the season and the number of guests, and you get it in one message.