Istanbul Islands Swimming Tour with Lunch and Boat Cruise
Description
Escape the crowds and enjoy a full-day swimming cruise aboard the Milana Boat. Cruise through Istanbul's beautiful waters before anchoring at a carefully selected swimming spot with calm, crystal-clear sea. Jump straight from the boat, swim at your own pace, relax on the spacious sun deck, or simply take in the stunning coastal scenery. Forget crowded beaches, expensive beach clubs, and extra entrance fees—everything you need for a perfect day at sea is already included. A freshly prepared lunch is served on board, giving you time to recharge before more swimming or sunbathing. Whether you're looking to relax, capture unforgettable photos, or enjoy a refreshing escape from the city, this experience offers the perfect combination of sightseeing, swimming, and relaxation for couples, friends, solo travelers, and families.
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Itinerary
Guests will spend a relaxing day cruising along Istanbul's beautiful coastline aboard a comfortable boat before anchoring in a carefully selected swimming area with calm, clear waters. During the swimming stop, travelers can jump directly from the boat into the sea, swim at their own pace, float in the refreshing water, or simply unwind while surrounded by stunning coastal scenery. Those who prefer to stay dry can sunbathe on the spacious deck, enjoy the fresh sea breeze, and capture memorable photos throughout the journey. A freshly prepared lunch is served on board, giving guests time to relax between swimming sessions. Throughout the day, there is plenty of free time to socialize, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, listen to music, and experience Istanbul from a perspective away from the city's crowds. The experience combines sightseeing, swimming, relaxation, and a scenic boat cruise, making it an ideal escape for travelers looking to enjoy the sea during their visit to Istanbul.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Before booking, please note that this experience is weather-dependent and may be rescheduled or canceled in the event of unsafe sea conditions. The tour is suitable for guests who are comfortable swimming in open water, although life jackets are available on board. Lunch is included, but additional drinks can be purchased separately. There are changing areas and restrooms on the boat for your convenience. Please arrive at the departure point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Children must be accompanied by an adult throughout the experience.
Reviews(8)
It was a beautiful day on a boat. But here's my problem. It was described as a day swimming in several spots; we only stayed in one. After swimming in the first spot having lunch, I assume we were going to a second spot. Well, I sat and waited and waited and waited and we didn't move and I asked if we were going to another spot and the gentleman I asked said yes for and I waited and I waited and we didn't move… Then I asked another gentleman are we going to another spot and he said no we're staying in this one spot… Well, it would've nice to know that because I would've gone back in the water instead of waiting to go to another spot. No one communicated that it was one spot the ad said several spots and that kind of put a damper on the day if it's going to be one spot, they need to change their description. And if they decide to stay in one spot instead of several spots that needs to be communicated, no one communicated that that is a major Problem… That being said, I love the boat trip and I love the swimming, but don't tell me it's several spots and that it's one I was not the only one who felt this way on the trip.
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the boat trip and swimming experience, and we’d also like to clarify the swimming-stop point. Our current itinerary is designed around **one carefully selected swimming location**, as stated in the tour description: *“anchoring at a carefully selected swimming spot.”* The itinerary does not mention a second or multiple swimming stops. There are limited suitable swimming areas around Istanbul that provide the conditions we want for our guests, and traveling between different swimming locations can take a considerable amount of time. Rather than spending a large part of the day cruising between stops, we prefer to anchor at what we consider the best available location and give our guests **more time to swim, relax, have lunch, and enjoy the boat**. However, we completely understand your frustration regarding the communication on board. When you asked whether the boat would move to another swimming location, you should have received a clear and consistent answer immediately. We apologize for the confusion this caused and will make sure our crew communicates the day’s program more clearly. Thank you again for joining us and for your kind words about the boat and swimming. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you aboard again
Amazing trip, highly recommended.
Mr. Ogun Ahmed was one of the best guides—friendly, knowledgeable, and very professional. He made our trip enjoyable and memorable. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for an excellent guide.
We had so much fun, it was fantastic, we were very pleased.
We had a lot of fun. It was a really great day. Finding a suitable place to swim in Istanbul is very difficult, and this is a fantastic solution to that problem. The opportunity to swim by jumping from a boat in the beautiful bays of the islands is a rare find. I definitely recommend it.
We thoroughly enjoyed this family trip. We'll go again next week.
We had a wonderful day, I'll definitely repeat it soon 🙏🏻🙏🏻
We have fun a lot amazing places for swim and, appreciate serve all of employee they was so kind
