For those looking for a peaceful and quiet holiday, Kekova Island is a natural paradise with its deep blue bays, clear waters and clean air. The easiest way to reach this world-famous island is Kaş district of Antalya. Although the difficulty of transportation may seem daunting at first, this makes Kekova a more special and quiet destination. Be assured, the views and peaceful atmosphere you will encounter at the end will be more than worth the journey.
How to get to Kekova?
The most efficient way to get to Kekova is to go to Üçağız Village via Kaş. Direct transportation to Kekova by boat departing from Kaş Port takes approximately 2.5 hours. This round trip can take up to 5 hours and can be a bit tiring for holidaymakers.
A more practical alternative is to reach Üçağız Village via Kaş in approximately 30 minutes with your private vehicle and join the Kekova boat tours from there. This way, you can significantly shorten your transportation time and spend the rest of your time discovering the beauties of Kekova.
For those coming from outside the city, the ideal route is to reach Kaş via Antalya and from there go to Üçağız.
Üçağız Village: Where Silence and Naturalness Meet
Üçağız Village is a small, cute coastal village in the Demre district of Antalya. It is one of the rare places that has still preserved its natural texture and peaceful atmosphere. If you are looking for luxury facilities, crowded beaches and noisy entertainment venues this may not be the place for you. However, if you are looking for a quiet holiday surrounded by nature, Üçağız is just the place for you.
Kekova Boat Tours
The most enjoyable way to discover Kekova is to join a boat tour. Half-day, full-day and private boat tours organized from Üçağız Port take you to the most beautiful bays and historical spots of the region. If you wish, you can also rent a private boat for a night or a week and experience accommodation in the charming bays of Kekova.
Our glass-bottomed boats allow you to see the ruins and underwater life even in areas where swimming is prohibited. This way, both history and nature can be discovered together.
Places to See on Tours
The main stops on our Kekova boat tour route are:
- Aquarium Bay – A favorite of those who love swimming due to its clarity.
- Tersane Bay – Known as the bay where the Lycians built boats.
- Sunken City – Ancient city that remained under water as a result of earthquakes.
- Simena Castle (Kaleköy) – The meeting point of history and landscape.
Although swimming is prohibited in some areas of the Sunken City, these fascinating historical ruins can be seen clearly thanks to the glass-bottomed boats.
Kekova is an ideal holiday destination for those who want to get away from the crowds and experience the unique harmony of nature, history and the sea. If you want to discover this unique beauty in person, you can join our boat tours departing from Üçağız and return with peaceful memories.
