Side Boat Trip with River Cruise, Swimming and Lunch

Price: € 25
( $ 28 / € 25 / ₺ 1,122 / £ 21)

Enjoy a boat trip from Side with river and sea views, swim breaks, lunch on board, and a chance to see turtles and dolphins. A fun day for everyone.

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Key Activity Features

  • Departure Location: Side
  • Available Days:
    Sunday Wednesday Friday
  • Total Duration (Including Transfers): 9 Hours
  • Guiding & Support: English , Turkish , German , Russian
  • Booking Confirmation: Immediate Approval.
  • Voucher Type: Both Printed and Mobile Accepted.
  • Accessibility: Wheelchair Friendly.
  • Online Booking: Quick, Easy, and Secure.
  • Vegetarian & Vegan Options: Available.
  • Cancellation policy: Flexible
  • Tour ID: 16

Top Reasons to Choose This Tour:

  • Boat trip starts at 09:45 from the river
  • Swim in cold river or warm sea – your choice!
  • Look for turtles, dolphins, and big sea turtles
  • Tasty lunch and fun swim stops during the tour
  • Easy, relaxing day for all – just enjoy the view!
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What to Expect:

Enjoy a Relaxing Boat Trip from Side

Our Side Boat Trip begins at around 09:45 in the morning from the calm waters of the Manavgat River. As the boat cruises slowly toward the sea, you’ll enjoy beautiful views of nature and the local riverside life. Along the way, you might spot river turtles sunbathing on tree branches that stretch out over the water. You will also pass by small private boatyards and wooden shipyards that give you a glimpse of traditional craftsmanship.

The first stop is where the river meets the Mediterranean Sea. This area is special because the cold river water and the warm sea run side by side all the way to the pier. We stop here for about one and a half hours. It’s the perfect place for swimming – you can jump into the refreshing river or enjoy the waves of the sea. There’s also space to walk along the sandy beach, relax, or try out some exciting water sports. You can talk directly to the activity teams and agree on a price if you’re interested.

After the break, the boat leaves the pier and sails out to sea. Depending on the weather and sea conditions, we may head toward the coast of Side or to a small rocky island often called “Dolphin Island,” located in the direction of Alanya. With a bit of luck, you might see dolphins swimming nearby or spot the large sea turtles known as Caretta Caretta. These are unforgettable moments for many of our guests.

Throughout the trip, the boat will stop a few more times for swimming in the open sea. A delicious lunch is served on board, freshly prepared and perfect for enjoying while you take in the sea breeze. We kindly ask guests not to feed the dolphins or turtles, as human food can harm them.

The tour lasts about five hours and may take a bit longer during the long summer days. On the boat, you’ll find comfortable sunbathing areas on the upper deck and shaded places below for those who prefer to stay out of the sun.

This is a perfect day for families, couples, or solo travelers looking to relax, explore, and enjoy the beauty of Side and the Mediterranean coast.

Price included:

  • Pick up from hotels - Drop-off at hotels
  • Boat trip about 6 hours along the river and the coasts of Side
  • Lunch on the boat
  • Tour Guiding
  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks & Ice-cream
  • Photos and/or Video
  • Pickup and drop-off from Kizilagac and Kizilot hotels (extra)
  • All personal expenses and jet ski on the beach

Pick Up Place:

Pick-up and Drop-off Locations: All the Hotels in the Side region: Hotels in Side, Kumköy, Evrenseki, Çolaklı, Gündoğdu, Titreyengöl/Sorgun, Kızılağaç, and Kizilot. Note: A minimum of 2 people is required for reservations from the Kızılağaç and Kızılot regions, and transfer is extra.

Pick up Point:

Pick-up and Drop-off Locations: Pick-up and drop-off will be at the main entrance of the hotels, not from the lobby or reception. The location will be on the main road outside the hotel border.

Details to know:

Important Information & Warnings

  • Please bring your swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and hat.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off are included in the price.
  • The boat has sunny areas and shaded areas.
  • Lunch is included, but drinks are extra.
  • Water sports at the beach stop are not included. You can join if you agree on a price.

Warnings

  • Do not feed dolphins or sea turtles. It can harm them.
  • Be careful when walking on wet boat floors – they can be slippery.
  • Always listen to the crew’s safety instructions.
  • Do not throw trash into the river or sea. Please help us keep nature clean.
  • Children must stay with parents or guardians at all times.

Additional information:

Side Boat Trip – Tour Program

  • 08:30 – 09:25: We pick you up from your hotel.
  • 09:45: The boat leaves from the Manavgat River. Get ready to relax and enjoy the day!
  • As the boat moves slowly along the river, you’ll see beautiful views, green nature, and turtles resting on tree branches.
  • We stop where the river meets the sea. You can swim in the cold river or the warm sea – or try both! You can also walk along the beach or try fun water sports.
  • After the break, the boat goes out to the sea. We may visit the coast of Side or go to a small rocky place called Dolphin Island.
  • During the tour, we stop for swimming in the sea. You can jump into the clear blue water and enjoy the sun.
  • A tasty lunch is served on the boat. Just relax, eat, and enjoy the view.
  • The boat trip continues with more swim stops, music, and fun.
  • Around 17:30: We return to the port and take you back to your hotel.

See Prices

03 May 2025 / 15 November 2025 - Price

Location Person
11 >
Child
04 > 10
Child
00 > 03
Side € 25.0 € 13.0 € 0

Add-ons / Extras Price
Kizilagac and Kizilot € 5.0
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Hello, Thank you very much for contacting us about our Dolphins island boat trip from Side. Your hotel is available for pick up and drop off and this is included in the price. Pick up time from your hotel is about 09:20. After the booking we ll inform you about the exact pick up time. You can do online booking at our web site with a deposit payment. Early booking is important and highly recommended. Kind regards, Vigo Tours

15 Overall Rating

(4.7)

Total: (15 Review)

15 Review Summary

Service:

(4.7)

Organization:

(4.6)

Price:

(4.7)

Security:

(4.8)

30.06.2024

Kathleen

(5.0)

Danke für eine tolle Tour!

Toller Ausflug, der sofort weiterempfohlen wurde. Es war einwandfrei organisiert und alles hat super geklappt, obwohl ich erst skeptisch war, da ich den Ausflug direkt im Internet gebucht habe. Einfach super für Familien mit Kind.

31.08.2023

Łukasz Tomaska

(5.0)

Dziękujemy :)

Świetnie zorganizowana wycieczka, Załoga z marketingu i nastawienia na zysk powinna dostać celujący :) Bawiliśmy się wspaniale, szkoda że nie było delfinów ale natury nie oszukasz i nie zależy to od nikogo. Polecam dokonywać zakupu bezpośrednio u firmy Vigo, różnicę w cenie można wydać na drinki i napoje. Pozdrawiam

24.08.2023

Dorota Piotrowska

(5.0)

Wszystko Ok tylko delfinów nie było

30.07.2023

Joanna Chmielewska

(4.8)

Bardzo przyjemna wycieczka

Bardzo dziękujemy za organizacje wycieczki. Bardzo miło i aktywnie spędziliśmy dzień. Jesteśmy bardo zadowoleni i na pewno w przyszłości skorzystamy :)

10.07.2022

Andrea Frewer

(5.0)

Preiswert und gutes Programm

Zu empfehlen, die Touren sind den Preis wert. Wir haben auf unserer Bootstour zwar leider keine Delphine gesehen, dafür aber mehrere Meeresschildkröten..

10.07.2022

Andrea Frewer

(5.0)

Preiswert und gutes Programm

Zu empfehlen, die Touren sind den Preis wert. Wir haben auf unserer Bootstour zwar leider keine Delphine gesehen, dafür aber mehrere Meeresschildkröten..

10.07.2022

Andrea Frewer

(5.0)

Preiswert und gutes Programm

Zu empfehlen, die Touren sind den Preis wert. Wir haben auf unserer Bootstour zwar leider keine Delphine gesehen, dafür aber mehrere Meeresschildkröten..

26.06.2022

Yuliia

(5.0)

Как мы сегодня прикольно съездили на корабле от компании Vigo Tours покататься

Из Сиде абсолютно не далеко было до нашего кораблика. Все по времени, хорошо организовано! Останавливались в очень красивых местах, было пару остановок на плавание. На обед предлагают рыбку гриль или курицу, кстати очень вкусные блюда! И они включены в стоимость тура! Река Манавгат бирюзового цвета, благодаря этому получаются шикарные фотографии. Ребята на корабле все гостеприимные, хорошие аниматоры! Турецкие танцы заводят вместе с гостями, а затем начинается пенная дискотека! Путешествие очень комфортное и весёлое! Спасибо Vigo Tours!

24.04.2022

Eugen Deikin

(3.3)

War nichts mit Delphinen Insel

Ausgeschrieben als fährt zur Delphineninsel, bekommen Eine Fahrt durch die Pampa von Manavgat, fährt aufs mehr kurzer Blick auf Side old Town von Meer aus, fährt zurück. 1 Stunde Schaumparty war das einzige Highlight der Fahrt

Reply from Vigo Tours: Thank you very much for your review!

Vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung. Wir glauben, dass Sie die folgenden Informationen auf der Tourseite verpasst haben: In der Nebensaison (April und Mai) führt diese Tour je nach Wetterbedingungen möglicherweise nicht zur Insel Karaburun, dies stellt jedoch kein Hindernis dar, während der Tour Delfine im Meer zu sehen. Die Bootstour dauert an der Mündung des Flusses Manavgat und rund um Side mit vielen Schwimmpausen. Mit freundlichen Grüßen, Vigo Tours

04.09.2020

Татьяна

(4.3)

Морская прогулка по острову дельфинов в Сиде

Мы участвовали в лодочной экскурсии по острову Сиде дельфинов. Нам было очень весело. Мы видели 2 дельфина в море!! Экипаж лодки очень дружелюбный, и обед на лодке был отличным. Пенной вечеринки не было из-за короны. Также на лодке есть русскоговорящий гид. Мы заплатили 20 долларов с человека, и цена очень разумная.

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