Dalaman Private Boat Tour

A wooden boat reserved for your group alone, from the Dalyan jetty to Ekincik, Semizce and Alagöl.

This Dalaman private boat tour leaves from the Dalyan jetty and the whole day belongs to your group alone. The route takes in Ekincik Bay, the Caves, Küçük Semizce, Kızılburun and Alagöl — the best-known bay of the gulf together with coves you can only reach from the water. You share the deck, the table and the pace of the day with nobody.

How the day runs. We meet at the Dalyan jetty in the morning. The boat first drops down the channel that winds through the reed beds — the quietest half hour of the tour, with reeds on both sides, blue crabs in the shallows and herons overhead. Where the channel opens to the sea, the long sweep of İztuzu beach lies to starboard and the route turns west into Ekincik bay. We are usually back around 17:00, before the afternoon breeze picks up.

Ekincik Bay — The first swim of the day and the anchor point of the route. A sheltered bay on the north side of the gulf, between Karaçay point to the west and Liman point to the east; it is the best-known bay in the region and the one boats most often anchor in. The water is turquoise and clear, with small beaches and jetties along the shore, and it deepens gradually — which makes it comfortable for first-time open-water swimmers and families with children. Ekincik is also reachable by road, so it can get busy in high season; that is why we usually arrive in the morning, before the day boats spread out. We stay roughly half an hour.

Caves Cove (Mağaralar) — Here the shoreline turns to rock and the sea has cut caves at water level. You explore them by swimming rather than by boat; from inside, the water reads a deep navy blue. If there is any swell the captain stops short of the cave mouths and gives a photo break instead — that is a safety call, not a negotiation.

Küçük Semizce Cove — At the mouth of Ekincik bay, where the pine forest runs straight down to the water. This is the longest stop of the day: the water is shallow and almost waveless, so even weak swimmers get in comfortably. It is also the best snorkelling stop, with plenty of fish around the rocks on the bottom. Lunch is usually served here.

Kızılburun — A headland named for the reddish cast of its rock. No road reaches it; you can only arrive by boat. Large rounded boulders sit in and under the water and visibility is excellent, which makes it the most interesting spot of the tour for snorkellers. The last swim of the day is normally here.

Alagöl — A shallow, warm lake on the Çandır side, on the way home. Its water stays a few degrees above the sea all year, which is why locals call it the "magic lake"; the bottom is a soft, muddy layer. From here you see the rocky slope of Kaunos and the green of Çandır village together. We make a short stop and serve fresh fruit.

About the boat. Rüyam Ela is a wooden-hulled, two-deck day boat. The upper deck has a shaded sun-lounging area with foam mattresses; the lower deck has a long seating group and shade. On board there is a galley and bar, a fridge, a music system and a refurbished toilet and washbasin. A wide wooden ladder gets you into the sea, and life jackets — child sizes included — are kept on deck.

Food on request. Lunch is not included in the charter price. You can add a meal prepared on board when you book, or bring your own food. Vegetarian, gluten-free or children's menus are no problem if you tell us in advance.

Who it suits. The boat is chartered for 2–12 people, which is the right scale for families, couples and small groups of friends. For birthdays, proposals or anniversaries we will dress the deck the way you want it. The route is flexible: stay longer in one cove, skip another, reorder the day — that is your call. The captain only steps in when wind or sea conditions are not safe.

Tour Details

Duration

Full day — you set the departure and return times

Departure

Dalyan jetty (out through the reed channel to the sea)

Route

Ekincik Bay, Caves, Küçük Semizce, Kızılburun, Alagöl

Capacity

2–12 people — the boat is yours alone

Included

Boat, captain and crew, fuel, swim stops, fresh fruit

Not Included

Lunch (added on request), drinks, personal expenses

What to Bring

Swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, hat, snorkel

Season

April – November

Highlights

• Ekincik Bay — the first swim of the day in the region's best-known sheltered bay
• Caves Cove — swim stop in front of caves cut at water level
• Küçük Semizce Cove — the longest stop, pines running down to the water
• Kızılburun — no road in; the clearest water for snorkelling
• Alagöl — a shallow lake warm all year, with Kaunos and Çandır in view
• The boat is yours alone: you set the route, the stops and the timing
• Shaded sun-lounging deck, galley and bar, and a toilet on board

Pricing & Booking

Dalaman Private Boat Tour pricing for the 2026 season depends on the date, group size and the duration or package you choose. Ask us on WhatsApp for the current price and availability.

What the price includes: Boat, captain and crew, fuel, swim stops, fresh fruit

Not included in the price: Lunch (added on request), drinks, personal expenses

What affects the price

• Season and date
• Group size
• Duration and package choice
• Hotel transfer
• Extras such as photos and video

Ask the price on WhatsApp

FAQ

Where does the Dalaman private boat tour start?

At the Dalyan jetty. The boat runs down the reed channel to the open sea and then turns west into Ekincik bay. We send the exact meeting point on WhatsApp once you have booked.

How many people come aboard?

The boat is chartered for 2–12 people and no other guests join. Just tell us your group size and we will quote accordingly.

Is lunch included?

No, it is not included in the charter price. You can add a meal prepared on board when you book, or bring your own food. Vegetarian, gluten-free and children's menus are fine if you mention them at booking.

Can we change the route?

Yes. This is a private tour, so the order of stops and how long you stay are flexible — linger in one cove, skip another. The captain only picks a more sheltered cove when wind or sea conditions are not safe.

Do we go inside the caves?

The caves are explored by swimming, not by boat. When the sea is calm we anchor for a swim in front of the cave mouths; if there is swell the captain keeps clear and gives a photo stop instead.

Is it suitable for children?

Yes. The water at Ekincik and Küçük Semizce is shallow and almost waveless, the lower deck has a shaded seating area, and child-size life jackets are on board. The warm shallow water at Alagöl is usually the children's favourite stop.

I am staying in Fethiye — how do I get to Dalyan?

Dalyan is about 75 km from central Fethiye, a little over an hour by car. We can also arrange a private transfer from Ölüdeniz, Hisarönü or Çalış — please request it when booking.

Is there a toilet on board?

Yes. The toilet and washbasin have been refurbished and are available throughout the tour. There is also a galley and bar with a fridge on board.

Is this the same as an Ekincik boat trip?

Same stretch of coast: Ekincik Bay and the coves around it. The difference is whether you share the boat. Shared Ekincik day trips put 20-25 people on one boat and you follow their timetable. Here the boat is chartered for 2-12 people and yours alone, so the order of stops, how long you linger and the departure time are all your call.

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