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An honest, grouped round-up of the 14 real boat trips we run across the Side, Manavgat and Antalya region for 2026 — sorted by families, couples, groups, budget, island days and private hire, with links, approximate starting prices and a quick comparison table.
The best boat trips in Side for 2026 span calm freshwater cruises, lively pirate boats, full-day island runs and private yacht hire. We run all of these ourselves across Side, Manavgat, Antalya, Alanya, Belek and Kemer. For families, the Green Canyon boat tour is our top pick; couples lean to private hire; island lovers head to Suluada. Compare every option on our boat trips in Side page.
How we ranked these boat trips
This is a round-up of our own real tours, not a generic list. We grouped them by who each one suits rather than forcing a single "best" answer, because a boat trip that's ideal for a family with toddlers is the wrong choice for a group who wants music and dancing. Every tour below is one we operate, with the exact name and link so you can check the live details and starting price for yourself. We haven't invented ratings, durations or stop-counts — where we can't verify a specific detail, we tell you and point you to the tour page.
All our trips include hotel transfer. 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 book online and pay on the tour day.
The comparison table
Here's the quick view — tour, who it suits best, and the approximate per-person starting price. These are starting bands only; the live price sits on each tour page.
| Tour | Best for | Approx. from |
|---|---|---|
| Green Canyon boat tour | Families, non-swimmers | EUR28 |
| Little Pirates boat trip | Young children | EUR20 |
| Side pirate boat trip | Mixed groups, fun | EUR23 |
| Side dolphin island boat tour | Shorter sea day, budget | EUR21 |
| Side relax boat trip with waterfall | Quiet, relaxed cruising | EUR20-25 |
| Side Suluada island boat trip | Island day from Side | EUR43 |
| Antalya Suluada island boat tour | Full turquoise island day | EUR68 |
| Side disco-yacht night tour | Evening party, groups | EUR68 |
| Fishing trip from Side | Anglers, calm sea day | EUR20-25 |
| Alanya fishing tour | Anglers near Alanya | EUR20-25 |
| Private VIP boat from Side | Couples, celebrations | On request |
| Private yacht from Kumkoy | Groups wanting privacy | On request |
| Private gulet charter | Groups, classic wooden boat | On request |
| Luxury motor yacht full day | Premium private day | On request |
Best boat trips for families
If you're travelling with children, our first recommendation is the Green Canyon boat tour (from EUR28). It's a calm freshwater lake cruise with swimming stops, which makes it comfortable for non-swimmers and easier on anyone who worries about open-sea swell.
For younger children specifically, the Little Pirates boat trip (from EUR20) is a gentler, kid-focused trip built around families. And if you want a shorter sea outing with island and swimming stops rather than a full day, the Side dolphin island boat tour (from EUR21) is an easy, affordable choice. Have a look at the family options and book online — you pay on the tour day, not up front.
Best boat trips for couples
Couples usually want quiet and space rather than a busy shared deck. Our Private VIP boat from Side is the one we recommend for anniversaries, proposals and celebrations — you have the boat to yourselves, priced per boat on request.
If you'd rather stay on a shared trip and keep the cost down, the Side relax boat trip with waterfall is our calmer, slower-paced sea cruise. It's a good middle ground when you want a laid-back day on the water without booking a whole boat.
Best boat trips for groups and parties
For mixed groups who want energy and a bit of fun, the Side pirate boat trip (from EUR23) is our lively animated pirate boat with music and foam — it goes down well with stag and hen groups, teenagers and anyone who doesn't want a quiet day.
For an evening out, the Side disco-yacht night tour (from EUR68) is our party boat with music and dancing after dark. Larger groups who want their own space can also charter privately — see the private section below. Ready to lock in a group booking? Reserve online now and pay on the tour day.
Best budget boat trips
The lowest starting prices sit with our shorter sea trips. The Little Pirates boat trip starts from EUR20, the Side dolphin island boat tour from EUR21, and the Side pirate boat trip from EUR23. Our sea trips generally start in the EUR20-25 band.
These all include swimming stops, so if you were hoping for a dedicated snorkelling trip, we'll be honest: we don't run a snorkelling-only product. The closest fit is any of these sea trips, which stop for swimming and snorkelling along the way — bring your own mask and fins if you have them. If you're departing from a specific resort, our boat trips from Side hub lists everything leaving that stretch of coast.
Best island day trips
The star island run is Suluada, known for its clear turquoise water. We run it two ways: the Side Suluada island boat trip (from EUR43) departs closer to Side, while the full-day Antalya Suluada island boat tour (from EUR68) is the longer, complete island day. Both are worth the earlier start — Suluada is the trip people remember.
Best private boats and yachts
If you want the whole boat, we run four private options across different budgets. The Private VIP boat from Side suits couples and small celebrations. For groups, the Private yacht from Kumkoy and the classic wooden Private gulet charter both give you a full boat and a flexible day. At the top end, the Luxury motor yacht full day is our premium private charter. All four are priced per boat on request — tell us your group size and date and we'll quote you.
Best for a slower or fishing day
We don't currently run a dedicated sunset cruise, so rather than invent one, here's the honest alternative. For a quiet, unhurried day on the water, the Side relax boat trip with waterfall is our calmest sea cruise. If you specifically want an evening on the water, the closest we have is the after-dark disco-yacht night tour — though that's a party boat, not a peaceful one. Prefer to fish instead? The fishing trip from Side and the Alanya fishing tour are both calm sea days for anglers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best boat trip in Side for families?
We recommend the Green Canyon boat tour. It's a calm freshwater lake cruise with swimming stops, which suits children and non-swimmers. For very young kids, the Little Pirates boat trip is gentler and built around families.
How much do boat trips in the Side region cost in 2026?
Shared sea trips start from around EUR20-25 per person, the pirate boat from EUR23, and Green Canyon from EUR28. Suluada island days run roughly EUR42-68 and the disco-yacht from EUR48-68. Private boats and yachts are priced per boat on request. These are approximate starting bands — the live price is on each tour page.
How does hotel pickup work?
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. You don't need to arrange your own transport to the harbour.
Do I need to pay when I book online?
No. You book online to secure your place, then pay on the tour day. This keeps things flexible if your plans shift while you're on holiday.
Which trip goes to Suluada island?
Two of ours do. The Side Suluada island boat trip departs closer to Side, and the Antalya Suluada island boat tour is the longer full-day version. Both reach the turquoise island; the Antalya departure is the more complete day out.
Ready to book?
That's our honest 2026 shortlist — real boats, real starting prices, no invented extras. Match the trip to your group first, then check the live details and dates on the tour page. When you're ready, compare every option side by side and book your boat trips in Side online, and pay on the tour day.