Escape the timetable and enjoy Kekova at your own pace. This private experience is designed around you. Whether you want to paddle a little farther, spend more time swimming, explore ancient ruins, stop for a long lunch or simply enjoy the silence of hidden bays, the day is shaped around your interests. We’ll still visit the highlights of the region: including the Sunken City, Kekova Island and the beautiful village of Simena—but without the pace of a group tour. If conditions allow, we can adjust the route and timing throughout the day to make the most of the weather, the sea and your curiosity. Whether you’re a couple, a family or a small group of friends, you’ll have your own dedicated guide, giving you plenty of time to ask questions, improve your paddling or simply enjoy one of the Mediterranean’s most beautiful coastlines. No kayaking experience is needed; just a reasonable level of fitness and a sense of adventure.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Recommended Pick up times: From Kalkan 07.00 from Kaş and Peninsula Hotels is 07.30
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private Sea Kayaking Adventure in Kekova lasts about 1 day.
Prices start at $789 per person for this Kas experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Recommended Pick up times: From Kalkan 07.00 from Kaş and Peninsula Hotels is 07.30 Pickup points include Hotel Likya by Orcholiday, Sardunya Hotel.
The experience is available in DE, EN, TR.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 40 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Go Lycia.
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We highly recommend a day kayaking with Barbi, it was a real highlight of our holiday. Barbi was a brilliant guide, interesting, kind and funny. We learnt a lot about Turkish history both ancient and more modern. The kayaking was great fun and well planned. Simena and Kekova were fascinating. We would all love to do the day again.
We really enjoyed our Kekova + Simena kayaking day. It’s a great way to enjoy the beautiful coast, bays, swimming and a bit of sport. The Sea Kayak Turkey manager and our guide Buga were both really nice and even helped us book a dinner in one of the best restaurants in Kas. The lunch they organised at a friend’s small restaurant in Simena was simple but excellent. As a family, we took the private full day tour, a bit more expensive but it gave us more flexibility in choosing what to see and how long.
Today we went on a kayak tour in Kekova with our family of 7. The tour took about 6 hours in total. We took 3 breaks with bathing facilities. The tour was easy for all of us. You can expect a great experience in a magnificent nature. We enjoyed every moment and would definitely recommend the kayak tour to anyone who comes to Kaş. Barbaros is a great guide who entertains and guides his guests in several languages with a lot of humor. He was very patient and loving with our gang;) Thank you again!
Vielen lieben Dank, Cesmina 😊 Es war richtig schön mit eurer fröhlichen Truppe unterwegs zu sein – so viel Lachen und gute Energie im Boot! Und ja, mein eingerostetes Deutsch hatte auch mal wieder einen Tag in der Sonne ☀️ Freut mich sehr, dass euch die Tour gefallen hat – die Pausen, das Wasser, die Natur. Eure „Bande“ war einfach klasse, ich hatte genauso viel Spaß wie ihr. Vielleicht paddeln wir ja nochmal zusammen irgendwann. Liebe Grüße aus Kaş Barbaros 🛶
I recently took a kayaking tour with Go Lycia, and it was an absolutely amazing experience. From start to finish, everything was thoughtfully organized and truly memorable. Our tour guide and instructor, Buğra, was incredibly knowledgeable—not just about kayaking, but also about the rich history and culture of the area. His passion for the region really came through and added so much depth to the experience. What made this tour even more special was the personal touch. The tour was arranged just for me and my mum—just the two of us—which was such a rare and appreciated opportunity. Barbaros, the driver, went above and beyond to make it happen. Not only did he ensure everything ran smoothly, but he also shared fascinating insights into local life and the landscape, which made the journey feel intimate and authentic. Yes, it was not cheap, but honestly, worth every penny. Between the stunning scenery, the glimpse into local culture, the delicious food, and the thoughtful guidance from both Buğra and Barbaros, it’s an experience I’ll never forget. Highly recommended for anyone looking to explore the beauty and depth of Lycia in a unique and meaningful way!
Dear Xi, Wow… thank you so much for your kind words 🙏 We’re a little shy reading this — but also very happy 😊 It was truly special to share the day with you and your mum. Buğra sends a big hello, and we’re so glad his passion came through — he’s a gem! And it was a joy for me (Barbaros) to help make it all come together. Sometimes the small, quiet days turn into the most meaningful ones. Wishing you both many more beautiful journeys — and who knows, maybe we’ll meet again on another Lycian path 🌿 — With warm greetings from all of us at Go Lycia Adventures
We were staying in Kallkan and were struggling to find a tour which would include transport as we didn't have rental cars. I contacted the company by WhatsApp on Saturday afternoon and was able to agree a booking for the next day. The driver collected us at 7am and we had a very comfortable journey to the starting point. The equipment was all in good condition and within around 30 mins of arrival we were all set up and on the water. The tour was great, we started with a long paddle across the bay to a lovely beach where we could swim and also take in some Roman ruins. As we were getting ready to leave the bay become very crowded with large boats anchoring and letting their passengers swim. We managed to weave our way through them and set off for the sunken city. This was to be honest the least enjoyable part of the tour, as although our guide was very knowledgeable, I had expected that we would see much more below the surface, such as whole buildings etc. When in reality all we could really see were a few outlines of walls from the dock. It was however a nice paddle along the coast until we then had to sprint between the constant flow of large tourist boats travelling in both directions along the coast. We paddled across to the the lunch stop where we had a lovely lunch included and time to wander around the small lanes and eat ice cream. Next we made a short trip to a rocky outcrop which the braver members of the group were able to climb and make a 5m jump into the ocean. The trip was rounded off with a short paddle back to the start point. All in all a fantastic day on the water.
Thank you, Ralfj1969! We’re so happy you had a fantastic day on the water. Apologies for the delayed reply! It’s great to hear the transport, equipment, and overall experience met your expectations. We understand the sunken city wasn’t as expected, and we appreciate your feedback—sometimes visibility can be tricky due to the conditions. We’re glad you enjoyed the coastal paddle and the lunch stop. The 5-meter jump is very rare and only done in good conditions, with courage needed from those who choose to try! We hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
Had an amazing time on the kayak tour. Guide was really knowledgable and had lots of interesting historical information as well as general knowledge about the region. The food was great as well. Highlight of our trip to Turkey!
Thank you for your wonderful review! Apologies for the delayed response, but we’re so happy to hear the kayak tour was a highlight of your trip to Turkey. Barbaros truly enjoys sharing his knowledge of the region, and we’re glad you found it both fascinating and enjoyable. We’re also thrilled that you liked the food! It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to see you again soon for another memorable adventure on the water! Greetings from Kaş, where the calm sea meets rich history.
Amazing tour of the Kekova sunken ruins and suroundings . The guide provided us with really interesting historical context and useful kayaking tips. The pace was perfect, no rushing, plenty of time to admire the senery and swim in the mediteranean sea. Food was great. I higly recomend this. It was one of the highlights of our trip!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that your private kayaking tour was a highlight of your trip. Our guides truly love sharing the rich history of Kekova and ensuring you have a relaxed pace to enjoy the stunning surroundings. It’s fantastic that you enjoyed the food too! We hope to see you again for more unforgettable adventures in the future. Greetings from the tranquil waters of Kaş!
Did a kayak adventure around Kekova and it was fantastic, lovely views and scenery, the tour guide was amazing and made the day really enjoyable, he was very knowledgeable and patient. Would recommend it
Thank you for your great review, and apologies for the delayed response! We’re so glad to hear you had a fantastic experience kayaking around Kekova. Our guides always enjoy sharing their knowledge and making the day as enjoyable as possible. We hope to welcome you again soon for another adventure!
A fantastic trip from start to finish. All ran really smoothly and we were so well looked after with full instructions. The trip will give us wonderful memories and I really recommend. The pace is as you choose and not rushed.
Hello JamesTDevon It makes me happy to see that you enjoyed our tour and I was able to help creating good memories. Hope to meet again Hoşçakalın
Best guide ever, very knowledgeable, friendly and fun. We loved the historical stories he told along the way, was very patient teaching us how to kayak and In general just a nice easy person to spend the day with. Would definitely come back and recommend
Hello Explore11167144497 I'm always glad to tell stories to the curious. It makes me happy to hear that I could teach a new sport to you. Hope to see you again Barbaros
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