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Glide from the tiny harbor of Üçağız to the Kekova sunken city, pausing in cool bays, exploring a hillside castle, and viewing submerged Lycian ruins from the boat. This full-day Mediterranean cruise blends calm swims, history, and clear-water snorkeling.
Glide from the tiny harbor of Üçağız to the Kekova sunken city, pausing in cool bays, exploring a hillside castle, and viewing submerged Lycian ruins from the boat. This full-day Mediterranean cruise blends calm swims, history, and clear-water snorkeling.
The wooden boat eases out of Üçağız harbor and the sea takes the lead: sun-slick turquoise, a breeze that carries salt and citrus, and low limestone ridges sliding past like pages. As the coastline unfolds, ancient walls and stairways appear half-submerged, their outlines ghosting below the surface while gulls wheel overhead.
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Operated by Aslar Travel Agency · Üçağız, Antalya Province
The wooden boat eases out of Üçağız harbor and the sea takes the lead: sun-slick turquoise, a breeze that carries salt and citrus, and low limestone ridges sliding past like pages. As the coastline unfolds, ancient walls and stairways appear half-submerged, their outlines ghosting below the surface while gulls wheel overhead.
This stretch of the Turkish Mediterranean was part of Lycian country—small cities of stone and sarcophagi once crowded the shore before earthquakes and sea-level shifts dragged sections into the water. The geology is straightforward: karst limestone, hidden springs feeding cool pockets along the bays, caves carved by the same Mediterranean pulse that now keeps the ruins half-hidden.
Local culture still leans on the sea. Üçağız and Kaleköy (Simena) are slow villages of fishermen, castle ruins, and a handful of ice-cream shops—places where time is measured in tide and boat schedules. The protected Kekova area forbids anchoring on ruins and swimming among submerged structures; interpretation is done from the deck and shore.
Practical expectations: this is a full-day shared boat (about seven hours) with multiple swim stops—Aquarium Bay, Burç Koyu, Gökkaya Bay, Adalar—and a lunch break on the boat. Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a hat, a swimsuit, and a light layer for the breeze. Cash for the optional Simena castle entrance is useful. If you want clearer water for snorkeling, aim for mid-morning or late afternoon light; midday brings highest visibility and strongest sun. The trip is low‑impact but respect protected zones, follow crew directions for boarding, and be ready for short hikes if you go ashore at Simena.
Swimming directly among the submerged ruins is prohibited to protect archaeological remains; the boat stops nearby for viewing only.
Yes—lunch (chicken grill, pasta, salads) is provided on board as part of the full‑day trip.
Some tours provide or rent snorkel gear, but availability varies—check in advance or bring your own for a reliable fit.
Most boats depart from Üçağız harbor; many operators offer pickup from nearby towns like Kaş or Demre—confirm pickup options when you book.
Aslar Travel Agency operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The wooden boat eases out of Üçağız harbor and the sea takes the lead: sun-slick turquoise, a breeze that carries salt and citrus, and low limestone ridges sliding past like pages. As the coastline unfolds, ancient walls and stairways appear half-submerged, their outlines ghosting below the surface while gulls wheel overhead.
The wooden boat eases out of Üçağız harbor and the sea takes the lead: sun-slick turquoise, a breeze that carries salt and citrus, and low limestone ridges sliding past like pages. As the coastline unfolds, ancient walls and stairways appear half-submerged, their outlines ghosting below the surface while gulls wheel overhead.
This stretch of the Turkish Mediterranean was part of Lycian country—small cities of stone and sarcophagi once crowded the shore before earthquakes and sea-level shifts dragged sections into the water. The geology is straightforward: karst limestone, hidden springs feeding cool pockets along the bays, caves carved by the same Mediterranean pulse that now keeps the ruins half-hidden.
Local culture still leans on the sea. Üçağız and Kaleköy (Simena) are slow villages of fishermen, castle ruins, and a handful of ice-cream shops—places where time is measured in tide and boat schedules. The protected Kekova area forbids anchoring on ruins and swimming among submerged structures; interpretation is done from the deck and shore.
Practical expectations: this is a full-day shared boat (about seven hours) with multiple swim stops—Aquarium Bay, Burç Koyu, Gökkaya Bay, Adalar—and a lunch break on the boat. Bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a hat, a swimsuit, and a light layer for the breeze. Cash for the optional Simena castle entrance is useful. If you want clearer water for snorkeling, aim for mid-morning or late afternoon light; midday brings highest visibility and strongest sun. The trip is low‑impact but respect protected zones, follow crew directions for boarding, and be ready for short hikes if you go ashore at Simena.
