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Paddle over submerged Lycian ruins and climb to Simena Castle on a private 4‑hour Kekova sea kayaking tour. Expect clear turquoise water, a motorized escort, a swim stop in Tersane Bay, and lunch back in Üçağiz.
Paddle over submerged Lycian ruins and climb to Simena Castle on a private 4‑hour Kekova sea kayaking tour. Expect clear turquoise water, a motorized escort, a swim stop in Tersane Bay, and lunch back in Üçağiz.
You push off from Üçağiz shortly after the safety briefing and the sea takes on a new character—clear, glassy in the morning, urging your paddle forward. A motorized escort shadows the group as you work into a steady rhythm, skirting the low, sun-baked coastline toward Tersane Bay. Salt spray cools your neck; gulls wheel and the ruined outlines of submerged walls show through turquoise water like a map of another time.
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Operated by SAILNSTAY · Üçağiz (Uçagiz), Antalya Province
You push off from Üçağiz shortly after the safety briefing and the sea takes on a new character—clear, glassy in the morning, urging your paddle forward. A motorized escort shadows the group as you work into a steady rhythm, skirting the low, sun-baked coastline toward Tersane Bay. Salt spray cools your neck; gulls wheel and the ruined outlines of submerged walls show through turquoise water like a map of another time.
This route threads directly over the Lycian Sunken City, where earthquakes and gradual submergence left dwellings half below water and half above—archaeology visible at the waterline. Simena (Kaleköy) crowns a small promontory; its Byzantine-era castle commands views across Kekova’s scattered islets. Theimussa and Tersane Bay show carved Lycian sarcophagi and ancient shipyard remains; limestone terraces and low maquis scrub frame the shoreline. Local culture in Üçağiz and Kaleköy is quietly maritime—fishermen, small family restaurants, and centuries-old stone houses.
Practically: expect a 4‑hour private outing with paddling legs punctuated by a swim break and a 45‑minute stop to hike to Simena Castle. Paddle distance is roughly 6–8 km round-trip with an optional short climb (~80–120 m elevation gain) on uneven stone steps to the castle viewpoint. Guides provide jackets and basic instruction; bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a dry bag, sturdy sandals or light hiking shoes for the hill, swimwear, and 1–2 L of water. Morning departures are cooler and the light is best for photographing submerged ruins. Operators will cancel in rough weather—check the forecast and plan for a relaxed, heritage‑rich day at sea.
No—this private tour includes a safety briefing and basic paddle instruction suitable for first‑time kayakers.
Expect roughly 6–8 km total with intermittent breaks; paddling is steady but manageable for most fitness levels.
Yes—guides provide life jackets, kayaks, and a motorized support vessel for escort and assistance.
Yes—operators cancel or reschedule in unsafe sea conditions; check the local forecast and the tour’s cancellation policy.
SAILNSTAY operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You push off from Üçağiz shortly after the safety briefing and the sea takes on a new character—clear, glassy in the morning, urging your paddle forward. A motorized escort shadows the group as you work into a steady rhythm, skirting the low, sun-baked coastline toward Tersane Bay. Salt spray cools your neck; gulls wheel and the ruined outlines of submerged walls show through turquoise water like a map of another time.
You push off from Üçağiz shortly after the safety briefing and the sea takes on a new character—clear, glassy in the morning, urging your paddle forward. A motorized escort shadows the group as you work into a steady rhythm, skirting the low, sun-baked coastline toward Tersane Bay. Salt spray cools your neck; gulls wheel and the ruined outlines of submerged walls show through turquoise water like a map of another time.
This route threads directly over the Lycian Sunken City, where earthquakes and gradual submergence left dwellings half below water and half above—archaeology visible at the waterline. Simena (Kaleköy) crowns a small promontory; its Byzantine-era castle commands views across Kekova’s scattered islets. Theimussa and Tersane Bay show carved Lycian sarcophagi and ancient shipyard remains; limestone terraces and low maquis scrub frame the shoreline. Local culture in Üçağiz and Kaleköy is quietly maritime—fishermen, small family restaurants, and centuries-old stone houses.
Practically: expect a 4‑hour private outing with paddling legs punctuated by a swim break and a 45‑minute stop to hike to Simena Castle. Paddle distance is roughly 6–8 km round-trip with an optional short climb (~80–120 m elevation gain) on uneven stone steps to the castle viewpoint. Guides provide jackets and basic instruction; bring reef‑safe sunscreen, a dry bag, sturdy sandals or light hiking shoes for the hill, swimwear, and 1–2 L of water. Morning departures are cooler and the light is best for photographing submerged ruins. Operators will cancel in rough weather—check the forecast and plan for a relaxed, heritage‑rich day at sea.