This tourBoat Tours Side, Turkey
Compare tourSide Pirate Boat Tour – A Full Day at Sea with Lunch & Transfer
Spend a polished day at sea on this Side pirate boat cruise, with attentive service, lunch, hotel transfer and unlimited soft drinks included throughout.
- 7 hours · starts 9:30 AM We confirm your pickup time the day before.
- Free Pickup Pickup and drop-off included at no extra cost.
- English, Turkish, Russian, German Guide languages
- Free cancellation Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Confirmed by the operator Usually within a few hours.
- Book Now! Pay Later Pay on the day of your tour.
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Prices in GBP. Taxes included, no booking fee.
Date
Next available: Oct 21, 2026
Greyed dates are not available
Passengers
- Adults
- Children
- Babies
Nothing to pay now — you can pay on the day.
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Confirmed by the operator
Highlights
- A relaxed well-paced Side pirate boat tour with attentive crew service
- Two unhurried swim stops in the river delta and Turtle Bay
- Views of ancient Side and the Temple of Apollo from the water
- Served lunch on board with unlimited soft drinks included
- Comfortable hotel transfer and sun loungers on the upper deck
- Foam party and pirate animation to close the day
What's included
Included
- Included: Pirate boat tour
- Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Included: Hot lunch on board
- Included: Unlimited soft drinks
- Included: Guiding service
- Included: Foam party and animation programme
- Included: Two swimming stops
- Included: Insurance
Not Included
- Not Included: Alcoholic drinks
- Not Included: Ice cream
- Not Included: Specialty drinks
- Not Included: Personal expenses
Itinerary
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Start Activity (09:30)
The tour begins at the listed activity start time of 09:30. Hotel pickup takes place earlier and your exact pickup time is confirmed after your reservation.
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Hotel Pickup
- Drive-by
A comfortable air-conditioned vehicle collects guests for a smooth start to the day.
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Boarding at the Manavgat Pier
The crew welcomes guests aboard with attentive service from the very first moment.
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Cruise Along the Manavgat River to the Delta
- 1 hour
The boat glides along the scenic Manavgat River in comfort on the upper deck.
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Swim Stop at the River Delta
- Key stop 1 hour
Relax at the first swim stop where river meets sea, with sun loungers on deck.
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Sailing Past Ancient Side and the Temple of Apollo
- Key stop 45 minutes
- Photo stop
The boat holds a leisurely course past ancient Side and the Temple of Apollo for unhurried photographs.
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Lunch on Board
- 1 hour
An attentively served hot lunch and unlimited soft drinks are included as standard.
Entrance fee included
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Turtle Bay Swim and Snorkel Stop
- Key stop 1 hour 15 minutes
A longer anchorage at Turtle Bay allows time to swim, snorkel and simply relax.
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Foam Party, Pirate Animation and Return Cruise
- 1 hour 30 minutes
The atmosphere lifts for the foam party and pirate animation on a leisurely cruise back.
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Hotel Drop-off
- Drive-by
Guests are returned comfortably to their hotel to close out the day.
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End Activity (16:00)
This is the time the activity ends, at around 16:00. Your return transfer follows afterwards and drop-off time depends on traffic and your hotel location.
The order of the stops and the times may vary throughout the day.
About this activity
Side Pirate Boat Tour – A Polished Day at Sea with Lunch and Transfer
This Side pirate boat tour turns a classic day on the water into something more refined, with attentive crew service, a relaxed pace at every stop and lunch, transfer and soft drinks included throughout. The route follows the Manavgat River to the open Mediterranean, with two unhurried swim stops along the way.
A Smooth Start with Hotel Transfer
An air-conditioned vehicle collects guests from their hotel for a comfortable ride to the Manavgat pier. Once aboard, the crew takes care of the details from welcome to safety briefing so the day begins without friction.
An Unhurried Swim in the River Delta
The first stop lingers where the river meets the sea, giving guests plenty of time to swim or simply relax on deck in the sun. Loungers on the upper deck make it easy to enjoy the setting at an easy pace.
Ancient Side and the Temple of Apollo from the Water
The boat holds a leisurely course past the ancient harbour of Side, giving unhurried views of the Temple of Apollo for photographs. It is one of the most memorable stretches of the day for guests who appreciate a slower pace.
A Served Lunch on Deck
Lunch is served on board with attentive service, and soft drinks are refilled throughout the day at no extra charge. The onboard bar also offers alcoholic and specialty drinks for those who wish to add something extra.
Turtle Bay with Time to Relax
The second anchorage in Turtle Bay is held for longer, giving guests time to swim, snorkel or simply unwind in clear water. Life jackets are available for anyone who wants one.
Foam Party and Pirate Animation
The return cruise brings a livelier atmosphere with a foam party and pirate animation on the upper deck, while quieter guests can settle on the lower deck. It is a fitting close to a well-paced day on the water.
Hotel transfer, guiding, lunch, unlimited soft drinks and insurance are all included as standard, so guests can enjoy this Side pirate boat tour without arranging anything extra on the day.
Good to know
- Hotel pickup is earlier than the listed start time and is confirmed after your reservation
- Bring swimwear and a towel for the two relaxed swim stops
- Sunscreen and a hat are recommended for time on the open deck
- Lunch and soft drinks are included so you only pay extra for alcohol or specialty drinks
- Sun loungers on the upper deck are available on a first come basis
- Swim stop timings may shift slightly with sea and weather conditions
- Age policy: Adults 12+, children 6-11, infants 0-5.
Frequently Asked Questions
The time shown is the activity start time and not the pickup time. Your exact pickup time is arranged after your reservation is confirmed and depends on your hotel location.
Yes this is a shared boat tour with a relaxed pace and attentive crew service for everyone on board.
Hotel transfer lunch unlimited soft drinks guiding and insurance are all included as standard.
Yes the onboard bar sells alcoholic and specialty drinks separately.
The tour is rescheduled or refunded if the sea is not safe for sailing.
Same tour, other providers
The same tour, run by different local operators. Compare what changes with each — price, rating, length and what is included.
| Tour | Provider | Price from, per person | Rating | Duration | Hotel pickup | Pay on the day | Free cancellation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| alaz boat | £15.97 | Rated 5.0 out of 5 (2 reviews) | 7 hours | Included | Available | Up to 24h before | |
| — | £21.01 | No Reviews | 7 hours | Included | Available | Up to 24h before | |
| — | £34.03 | No Reviews | 6 hours | Not included | Available | Up to 24h before |
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