A complete guide to daily boat trips in Foça, Turkey — perfect for planning a swim‑filled day on the Aegean from Eski Foça (Old Foça). 🌊⛵
🛥 What the Daily Boat Trips Are Like
🗓 Schedule & Duration
- Most tours run every day in summer, typically starting from around 10:30–11:00 AM and returning by 5:30–6:00 PM.
- They include several swimming stops (usually 3–4) at beautiful coves and bays along the Foça coastline.
📍 Departure Points
✔ Typically depart from Eski Foça (Old Foça) marina / Büyük Deniz Beach area.
✔ Boats range from small, cozy vessels (~8–12 people) to larger ones (~30–40+ people).
📝 What’s Included
- Cruise along the Foça coast with opportunities to swim in turquoise water.
- Lunch is often included in the price — typically fish or meatballs, pasta, salad, fruit, and non‑alcoholic drinks.
- Some tours sell alcoholic drinks onboard but don’t allow outside drinks.
- Stops at scenic locations like the French Holiday Village, Siren Rocks (Orak Island), Atatürk Island, and İngiliz Burnu.
🏖 Typical Activities
✔ Swimming & snorkelling in hidden coves
✔ Sunbathing on deck
✔ Sightseeing & photography of islands and coastal formations
✔ Relaxing with lunch on board
📸 Bring swimwear, towels, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a camera — these tours are all about the views and water time.
💸 Prices
Prices vary by boat size and inclusions, but approximate ranges include:
- Shared daily boat tours: Around ₺750–₺1,499 per person (often including lunch).
- Luxury or larger boats: Higher rates (~₺800–₺1,000+) for a more spacious experience.
- Private charter options: You can also rent boats privately for groups or special occasions, with prices depending on boat size and the season.
🛥 Examples of Tours
- Standard Daily Boat Trips – cruises with swimming stops and lunch included, usually from 11:00–17:00.
- Luxury / Larger Boats – open‑deck boats with food service and space for more passengers.
- Hourly or Sunset Cruises – shorter trips for sightseeing around Foça harbour.
- Private Boat Rentals – customizable routes and timings for family groups or events.
🌞 Best Time to Go
- June to September is peak season with calm seas and great weather for swimming.
🚤 Tips
✔ Arrive at the dock 15–30 minutes early for check‑in.
✔ If lunch isn’t included, ask beforehand — some boats offer lunch on request.
✔ Book in advance in July‑August, as tours can fill up.