Quick answer
A clear 2026 guide to how private boat hire is priced in Side by boat type — VIP boat, yacht, gulet and luxury motor yacht. We explain the per-boat model, what moves the price, and how splitting one boat across your group compares with shared per-seat trips.
Private boat hire in Side is priced per boat, on request — never per seat. What you pay depends mostly on the boat type you choose, how long you're out on the water, and any extras you add. You're hiring the whole boat for your group, so there's no fixed sticker price. See live pricing and enquire on each private boat tour page.
How private hire is actually priced
The single most important thing to understand: with a private charter you don't buy a seat, you hire the boat. We run each of these boats exclusively for one group at a time, so the price you're quoted covers the whole vessel — the captain, the crew and the run — whether there are two of you or a full group aboard.
That's why a private boat can look dear if you're only pricing it for a couple, and why it makes complete sense once you divide the figure across a group. The boat costs the same either way; more people simply means a lower cost per head. If you want a number to work with, ask us for the quote on the product page and then split it by your party size.
Prices by boat type
Different boats sit at different points on the scale. The table below shows the pricing model rather than invented figures, because every private boat is quoted on request and the real, current number lives on its own page.
| Boat type | Best suited to | Pricing model | Where to check the price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private VIP boat | Couples and small groups wanting the boat to themselves | Per boat, on request | Private VIP boat from Side |
| Private yacht | Medium to larger groups | Per boat, on request | Private yacht from Kumköy |
| Classic gulet | Larger, relaxed groups who like a traditional wooden boat | Per boat, on request | Private gulet charter |
| Luxury motor yacht | Groups wanting a premium full-day charter | Per boat, on request | Luxury motor yacht full day |
| Shared per-seat trip (for contrast) | Anyone happy to share the boat with other guests | Per person | Shared seats start around EUR 20–33 |
For the specifics — capacity, what's included and today's price — open the boat's own page. We keep those details accurate there rather than quoting them here, where they'd go out of date. Fancy the boat to yourselves? Pick the type that fits your group and enquire on its page.
The VIP boat: private hire for couples and small groups
Our private VIP boat from Side is the entry point into private hire. It's the one couples and small groups tend to choose when they want the exclusivity of a private charter without stepping up to a full yacht or gulet. Because it's still hired per boat, the split-the-price logic applies — a small group makes it very reasonable per person. Confirmed capacity and the current price are on the product page.
Private yachts and the classic gulet
As group size grows, a private yacht from Kumköy or a private gulet charter starts to make more sense. The yacht suits medium to larger groups; the gulet is the classic wooden boat, built for larger, relaxed groups who want space to spread out and take their time. Both are priced per boat, so the more of you there are, the better the per-head maths works. Check each page for confirmed details before you enquire.
The luxury motor yacht: the premium end
At the top sits the luxury motor yacht full day — a premium private yacht for groups who want the whole day done properly. It's the most upmarket boat in our Side fleet, and like the rest it's quoted per boat on request. We won't print a figure here; the accurate, current price is on its page.
What actually moves the price
Three levers do most of the work when we quote a private charter:
- The boat — a VIP boat, a private yacht, a gulet and a luxury motor yacht sit at different price points. This is the biggest single factor.
- Duration — a shorter run and a full day aren't the same charter, and the quote reflects that.
- Extras — anything you add on top of the standard hire. Whatever's included as standard is listed on each boat's page.
Beyond those, the per-head cost is driven by your group size, since you're all splitting one boat price. If you're weighing a private charter against paying per seat, browse the full range and compare the two models side by side on our boat tours listing.
Private hire vs shared per-seat: which is cheaper?
It depends entirely on numbers. Shared per-seat trips start around EUR 20–33 per person, so for two people a shared boat is almost always the cheaper option. Once you've got a group, though, dividing one private-boat price can land close to — or even below — the per-seat total, and you get the boat to yourselves with it. Do the sum: take the quote from the product page, divide by your party, and compare it with the per-seat figure.
| Scenario | Private hire | Shared per-seat |
|---|---|---|
| Two people | Works out dear per head | Usually cheaper (from ~EUR 20–33 each) |
| A group | One boat price split — often very reasonable per head | Adds up fast as the seat count rises |
| Want the boat to yourselves | Yes — exclusive use | No — shared with other guests |
Departure points and getting to the boat
We run private boats from Side and the Kumköy area, and there's a private yacht from Alanya too if you're staying that side of the coast. You can browse everything by departure on the boat trips from Side hub. Hotel transfer is arranged as part of the booking: guests are picked up from their hotel in the morning; the exact time is confirmed the day before and varies from hotel to hotel.
Frequently asked questions
How much does private boat hire in Side cost?
It's priced per boat, on request, so there's no single figure — the price depends on the boat type, how long you're out and any extras. The accurate, current price for each boat is on its own product page, where you can also send an enquiry.
Is private hire priced per person or per boat?
Per boat, always. You hire the whole vessel for your group, and the crew and captain come with it. To find your cost per head, take the boat's quote and divide it by the number of people in your party.
Is a private boat worth it for just two people?
For two, a shared per-seat trip (from around EUR 20–33 each) is usually cheaper. Private hire earns its keep with a group, because you're all splitting one boat price rather than paying for individual seats.
Which private boat should I choose?
Match the boat to your group. The VIP boat suits couples and small groups; a private yacht suits medium to larger groups; the gulet suits larger relaxed groups; and the luxury motor yacht is the premium full-day option. Each product page confirms who it's best for.
How does hotel pickup work?
Transfer is arranged for you. Guests are picked up from their hotel in the morning; the exact time is confirmed the day before and varies from hotel to hotel. You'll get your pickup details once your booking is confirmed.
Ready to hire a private boat?
Pick the boat that fits your group, check the confirmed details and live price on its page, and send us an enquiry — we'll come back with a per-boat quote you can split across your party. Browse the full range of private boats in Side and start your booking there.