Departure point
Selimiye is the village that begins where the ancient city ends: a low-rise neighbourhood of small hotels and family pensions on the landward edge of the ruins. It has no jetty of its own, so a boat day starts with a short coastal transfer to the departure points — and because that drive is measured in minutes rather than hours, mornings here stay unhurried. Canyon cruises, pirate-boat days and island trips are all within easy reach.
A full-day escape from Side to Suluada, the island travellers call the Turkish Maldives. Powder-white sand, water like glass, and a lazy lunch cruise through Adrasan's hidden bays.
Dance under the stars aboard Side's electric disco yacht, with a live DJ, dazzling shows and drinks that never stop flowing.
A pirate ship built for pure family fun, treasure hunts and face paint for the little ones, a foam party and two-sea swimming for everyone.
Sail the emerald reservoir of Green Canyon on a music-free catamaran, swim in cool mountain waters, and lunch beside towering cliffs. A serene day made for nature lovers.
Charter a private yacht or traditional wooden boat from Side and sail the Manavgat River and Mediterranean coast entirely on your own terms.
A playful pirate-themed cruise from Side where kids dress up, hunt for treasure, and swim in the Mediterranean while parents soak up the sun.
Escape into the emerald heart of the Taurus Mountains on a relaxed half-day catamaran cruise, with two swim stops and a buffet lunch over the water.
Full-day family pirate cruise from Side on a multi-deck wooden galleon: costumed pirate crew, beach treasure hunt, foam party and swimming where the Manavgat River meets the warm sea. Hotel transfer, fresh lunch and sea insurance are included.
The classic Side day at sea: cruise the Manavgat river, take a long swim stop where river and sea meet, then more swims offshore with lunch served on board. Pickup 08:30–09:25, back at your hotel around 17:30.
A boutique morning of deep sea fishing from Side, capped at just 12 guests, with all rods, lines and fresh bait supplied and a friendly Turkish breakfast on deck.
A full-day boat-based diving adventure off Side, with two guided dives, the famous Underwater Museum, gear, instructor and lunch all included.
Cruise the turquoise bays of Side, swim in crystal-clear water, and enjoy live music, animation and a fresh lunch on board.
Drift along the calm Mediterranean off Side, cool off at unhurried swim stops, and unwind to the sight of a cascading waterfall — lunch and free soft drinks included.
A slow, silent day on the water off Side: no loud music, a guaranteed sunbed for everyone, and unhurried swim stops in quiet bays.
Sail the emerald Manavgat River, swim where fresh water meets the sea, splash through a foam party, then shop one of the region's biggest markets.
Sail out from Side for a full day of live music, crystal-clear swim stops, a hot lunch on the water and a splashy foam party. Fun, food and turquoise bays in one carefree day.
Cruise Side's tranquil river out to the open Mediterranean, swim where cold freshwater meets warm sea, and sail to Dolphin Island for a chance to spot wild dolphins and sea turtles.
Cruise Side's dazzling coastline, dive into crystal-clear bays, and dance at a foam party — all with lunch and hotel transfers included.
Cruise from the Manavgat River to turtle-famous Caretta Bay, swim where cool river water meets the warm sea, and dance through a deck-top foam party.
Hotel pickup can be arranged from Selimiye and the surrounding resorts — the exact time is confirmed the day before and varies from hotel to hotel.
No prepayment: you reserve online in minutes and pay on the tour day.
Instant confirmation, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before your tour.
Turkish marine-tourism rules require every licensed day-trip boat to carry a life jacket for each person on board, with children's jackets kept separately in a clearly marked, easy-to-reach place. Ask the crew where yours is before you leave the jetty.
Swimming weather on this coast runs from roughly May to November. When a storm builds, the harbourmaster can restrict traffic for the whole port, so a captain who calls a sailing off is following the port authority, not the app on your phone. Dolphins are wild here: every trip is a chance to see them, never a promise.
Compare every departure on the boat tours page, take the whole deck for your own group with a private yacht charter, or read our travel guides for what to pack and which trip suits small children.
Selimiye currently serves 19 boat trips — from canyon lake cruises to pirate boats, island tours and private yachts. See the full list above.
A hotel transfer can usually be arranged with your booking. Because pickup follows a route, the exact time is confirmed the day before and varies from hotel to hotel.
Pick a tour above, book online in a couple of minutes and pay on the tour day — you get instant confirmation.