The Pick Of The 5 Sea Kayaking Trips in Kas

1.Ultimate Sea Kayaking Tour of Kekova

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 342 reviews · from $68Our pick

Spend 7 to 8 hours kayaking around Kekova Island with guide Barbaros, known for patient instruction and lively stories about Lycia. You’ll learn in a sheltered bay, paddle past ancient ruins and rocky coves, stop for swimming, eat lunch, and visit Simena village. Tandem kayaks, transport, and selected hotel pickup are included.

“Had such a fabulous day with Barbaros on the Kekova kayak trip. Barbie picked us up bang on time at our hotel at 8am and kindly bought us pastries as our hotel breakfast did st start till 830. He took the 4 of us to Kas, met up with 5 others and we went in a mini bus to the KRead more”

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2.Sea Kayak Tour Over the Sunken City of Kekova Kas(Small Groups)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $60

Paddle from Üçağız to Tersane Bay and Simena, passing Kekova’s sunken ruins by sea kayak. Guide Umit leads the small group, with time for swimming, exploring, and lunch. Transport, kayak, paddle, and life jacket are included. Basic kayaking ability and moderate fitness make the day easier.

“This tour was wonderful; so much fun, stunning scenery, knowledgeable guide, delicious lunch. We loved that time was allowed for swimming, shopping, and ice-cream. The trip really more like 7 hours total (with travel to/from Kas along with the tour itself). But totally worth it!”

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3.From Kas: Guided Kekova Sea Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 71 reviews · 6 hours · from $65

From Kaş, Yaşar guides a small group along the Lycian coast to Kekova’s Sunken City, Tersane Bay, Simena Castle, and Theimussa. Expect about four hours on the water, beginner-friendly instruction, a support boat, swimming stops, castle views, and lunch in Üçağız. Bring dry clothes for the ride home.

“This was one of the best days of our holiday. Kayaking in beautiful blue water between ancient ruins. Even my reluctant 15 year old said it was a wonderful day. Yasar was a great guide, full of enthusiasm and knowledge.”

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4.Private Sea Kayaking tour of Kekova

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews

Set out from Kaş with a private guide from Go Lycia, including instructor Barbaros on many departures. Learn to handle a tandem kayak, paddle about 8 kilometers in three relaxed sessions, swim at Kekova and Tersane Bay, glide above the Sunken City, eat lunch in Simena, and hike to the castle if you wish.

“We were staying in Kallkan and were struggling to find a tour which would include transport as we didn't have rental cars. I contacted the company by WhatsApp on Saturday afternoon and was able to agree a booking for the next day. The drivRead more”

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5.Kekova Guided Sea Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 19 reviews · from $45Best value

Set out from Üçağız at 9:30 with a motorized support boat, then paddle to Tersane Bay, Kekova’s protected Sunken City, Simena Castle, and Theimussa. English and Turkish guides, including Yasar, lead the trip. Lunch is included, but the castle costs an extra €4. Bring swimwear and a towel.

“What an amazing day on the water!! Amazing views!! We weren’t impressed by the sunken city, but we were so glad we booked this trip to have some peaceful time on the water. Kayaks were a perfect way to explore the area. The swim spot was one of the most amazing places we’ve ever swam. Our guide Yasar was wonderful!! One of the best parts of our trip. We highly recommend!!”

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