Day boat trips, including lunch, from Çeşme Waterfront offer a relaxing and scenic experience, ideal for enjoying the Aegean Sea and exploring nearby islands and beaches. The trip starts at the Çeşme Waterfront, where guests board a traditional wooden gulet or a modern boat. Departure time is usually around 10:00; the trip lasts approximately seven hours. The journey takes in the turquoise waters, coastal and island views, and occasional dolphin sighting. The crystal-clear waters of the Aegean are perfect for snorkelling, with plenty of marine life to observe.
Timing: Boarding 10:00 – Departure 10:30 – Return 17:30 (occasionally 11:00-18:00)
Price (2023): TL 500-600, except St. Mary TL 900. Prices per person include VAT, lunch and entertainment. ***Prices are subject to change due to inflation***
Boat Trips from Çeşme Waterfront – Table of Contents
Sailing Route
The journey follows the Çeşme-Dalyan coast north to a group of small uninhabited islands between Dalyan and Karaburun. The boats typically make several stops at secluded bays, allowing guests to swim, snorkel, or relax on the ship. The sequence and length of stops var
- Eşek Adasi (Donkey Island)
- Mavi Koy – Akvaryum (Blue Lagoon – Aquarium)
- Makri Adesi (Makri Island)
- Mercan Koyu (Coral Bay)
- Kış Limani (Winter Habour)
- Mağaralar (Caves)
Sailing Boats
There is a range of pleasure crafts for the boat trip, except for the St. Mary; they are relatively similar in style and capacity, but entertainment varies. It is recommended to discuss the program with the representatives at their desks on Çeşme waterfront the evening before or early in the morning or check the current activities on their respective social media pages:
The Grand Star
Contacts: Grand Star web link Tel: 0536 996 3243 – Call Sign: TC7263 (Grand Stars)
The Grand Star was launched in 2003 and is 31 metres long and 8 metres wide. It has four deck levels: (1) bar and dining, (2) sunbathing deck, capacity 30, and (3 & 4) VIP sunbathing deck, capacity 10. Facilities include a toilet, shower, and changing cabins. After lunch, entertainment includes live DJ MERT Hasan Köksal.
Nirvana by Arel
Contacts: Nirvana web link Tel: 0506 751 5534 – Call Sign: TC8816
The Nirvana was built in 2006; it has a length of 25 metres and a breadth of 7 metres. There is a restaurant and a hot bar section at the entrance of the four-storey boat. On the lower deck are wash areas and changing cabins, and on the 1st main deck are sun loungers, lodges, sunbathing mats, and shaded areas for our guests who want to. The competitions held during the day take place on the 1st deck. On the 2nd deck of the boat, there is an area for 12 people for VIP’s and private groups.
Okeanos
Contacts: Okeanos web link Tel: 0533 517 2808 / 0543 517 2800 – Call Sign: TCA6368 (Okeanos 1) IMO: 8982694
The Okeanos passenger ship is 30 meters long and 8 meters wide. The day tour stops in four different places, including Donkey Island and Mavi Bay, during all trips.
Pegasus
Contacts: Pegasus web link Tel: 0532 215 6488 – Call Sign: TCA2486 (Pegasus 2) MMSI: 271040147
Pegasus 2 is a 2010 model pleasure craft with a length of 24 meters and width of 8 meters, two generators and three engines. It is a fully equipped tour boat with showers and air-conditioned dressing cabins. Pegasus Entertainment has been operating tours from Çeşme since 1996. The boat can be hired for weddings and Sünnet celebrations.
Poseidon
Contacts: Poseidon web link Tel: 0533 417 3656 / 0532 794 7796 – Call Sign: TCA2326 (Poseidon 2) MMSI: 271040005
Launched in 2010, the Poseidon has a length of 37 metres and a breadth of 9 metres. The company started yacht tourism with their North Star boat in 1988. The ship consists of 4 floors. There are separate male and female toilets and two dressing rooms onboard (cleaned by crew every 15 minutes). On the main deck, there is a restaurant section consisting of shaded seating areas and lodges where 180 people can dine at the same time. The second deck consists of shaded lodges, tables and sunbathing cushions. There is also a bar area where guests can participate in entertainment programs. The 3rd and 4th decks are VIP sections, shades lounging areas and sun loungers. There is no price difference in the VIP sections. The Poseidon operates winter fishing tours on Saturdays and Sundays until May, Cesme 06:00-18:30 (Izmir 04:00-20:00).
St. Mary
Contacts: Saint Mary web link Tel: 0536 230 0789. Call Sign: YM6602 / MMSI: 271041899
Saint Mary launched in 1990. Her length is 18 metres, and her width is 6 metres. A traditional sailing yacht specialises in providing an alternative boat tour in Çeşme targeted at couples and families, with a limited quantity of passengers and no loud music. Reserved sunloungers for all passengers and an open buffet lunch, including BBQ. A toilet, shower, changing room and rest cabins are on board. Saint Mary departs for the islands under motor and returns under sail.
Provides flexible day and night private tours for up to 50 passengers.