Kekova Sea Kayak Tours
The canoe paths in the magical world of Kekova Island… A fabulous journey each moment is full of unforgettable tastes…To feel the fascinating joy of rowing over the ancient sunken city, in the narrow bays and brush woods; and to witness the delicate combination of the sea with the coast in the strain of a lost civilization, to integrate with the sea while rowing like a flying fish, and to spend exciting times open to innocent fantasias at places where no one can easily reach via other sea vehicles; pack your suitcases and make up your mind right now!
To say “the sea and me” go for Kekova…
If you are a complete beginner or novice don´t worry, this is a physical activity similar to going for a long brisk walk.
The tour starts around 8:20 am when everyone gets on the bus in Kaş for the drive to Uçağiz village, which takes about 45 minutes.
Kekova Kayak tour begin with a safety briefing and paddle instruction and then the fun begins!
You will then enter the water and start your first paddling session from Üçağiz to get accustomed to the kayak and practice proper navigation.
We depart Ucagiz at 09:30 am with motorized support vessel to escort us, and paddle southwest down the coast towards the Kekova Island and arrive Tersane bay at 10:15 am and followed by a swimming break. From there the group will slowly paddle over the ancient Lycian Sunken City of Kekova. Since this is a protected area, swimming is not permitted here. So what better way to explore the Sunken City than by Kayaking alongside the ruins; giving you the chance to capture unforgettable photos. After an exciting of adventure, we’ll head to Simena and arrive at 11:30 am, park in Kaleköy (ancient Simena Castle) for 45 mins, giving you time to visit this small authentic village that’s home to castle ruins and a necropolis.
We depart Ucagiz at 09:30 am with motorized support vessel to escort us, and paddle southwest down the coast towards the Kekova Island and arrive Tersane bay at 10:15 am and followed by a swimming break. From there the group will slowly paddle over the ancient Lycian Sunken City of Kekova. Since this is a protected area, swimming is not permitted here. So what better way to explore the Sunken City than by Kayaking alongside the ruins; giving you the chance to capture unforgettable photos. After an exciting of adventure, we’ll head to Simena and arrive at 11:30 am, park in Kaleköy (ancient Simena Castle) for 45 mins, giving you time to visit this small authentic village that’s home to castle ruins and a necropolis.
A hike up the hillside will give you magnificent views of the Kekova region. If you’d prefer to admire Simena Castle from down below, you can use your remaining time to take another dip in the gorgeous blue waters. In the afternoon we head back towards Theimussa for an up close view of more impressive Lycian sarcophagi and then return to our Kayak base. Following this you will move on to Üçağiz to enjoy lunch at 13:15 pm
