Alanya Boat Tour Details: Duration, Lunch, Caves and Swimming Breaks

In brief: The Alanya Boat Tour lasts approximately 6 hours, including hotel pick-up and drop-off, with swimming breaks at 3-4 different spots along the route, visits to three historical sea caves (Pirates, Lovers, Phosphorus), and lunch and non-alcoholic drinks included in the price. Below, you can find the entire program step by step.

Tour Times and Total Duration

The standard Alanya Boat Tour begins with pick-up from your hotel or apartment between 09:00-09:45. The boat departs from Alanya pier at 10:00, spends time at various stops throughout the tour, and returns to Alanya pier from the open sea around 15:00, with drop-off at your hotel around 15:45. For the Catamaran Boat Tour, pick-up is approximately at 09:30, and the total duration, including transfer, is about 6 hours.

Which Caves Are Visited?

The tour route starts with views of Alanya Castle, the Shipyard, and the Red Tower. The three famous sea caves around the castle peninsula – Pirates Cave, Lovers Cave, and Phosphorus Cave – are on the route. The catamaran tour also offers the opportunity to swim in Devil's Cave. On the way back, the famous Cleopatra Beach is viewed from the sea.

How Many Swimming Breaks Are Given?

The standard boat tour includes 3-4 swimming breaks at different points along the route: in front of the Red Tower and the historical Seljuk Shipyard, during cave visits, and at Ulaş Beach. In the open sea section, on lucky days, there might be a chance to see dolphins and sea turtles. The catamaran tour, on the other hand, has multiple swimming stops including Ulaş Beach, Devil's Cave, and Cleopatra Beach, and also features a foam party and music throughout the day.

What Does Lunch Include?

Lunch is included in both boat tours: a menu consisting of grilled chicken, rice, and salad is served on board. Additionally, non-alcoholic drinks such as water, cola, and fanta are offered self-service throughout the day. Alcoholic beverages, ice cream, and snacks, as well as photo/video shoots, are not included in the price and can be purchased on board for an extra fee.

Standard Boat Tour or Catamaran Tour?

Both tours take place in the same area but have different atmospheres:

• Alanya Boat Tour: Conducted with wooden and pirate-themed excursion boats, with three-deck boats featuring showers and changing cabins; offers a relatively more classic boat tour experience with music and animation.
• Alanya Catamaran Tour: A more entertainment-focused tour concept with foam parties, loud music, and animation.

Families looking for a calmer day can choose the standard boat tour, while groups seeking entertainment and a party atmosphere can opt for the catamaran tour.

Who Is It Suitable For?

Since life jackets are provided for all guests, even those who cannot swim can safely participate. With toilets, showers, and changing cabins on the boats, it is also a comfortable option for families with children.

Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off Included

For both boat tours, hotel pick-up and drop-off service at the end of the tour are standardly included in the price; professional guiding services are also provided.