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An honest operator's take on hiring a private boat for two in Side. We explain the per-boat pricing model, when a private hire beats a shared seat (privacy, proposals, special days), and how the sums actually work versus shared trips from around EUR20-33.
Yes, a private boat for two in Side is entirely possible — we run our VIP boat exactly for couples and small groups. The honest catch: every private boat is priced per boat, not per seat, so hiring the whole thing for two costs more per head than a shared trip. For pure privacy or a special day, it's worth it. Browse the private boats in Side to compare.
The short, honest answer
We're the team behind BestBoatTrips, and we won't dress this up. If your only goal is a day on the water at the lowest price per person, two people on a shared boat will always win on cost. But if you want the deck to yourselves, your own schedule, and no strangers sharing your table, a private hire for two is genuinely worth the money. The value isn't in the price — it's in the privacy.
The trade is simple. On a shared trip you buy a seat. On a private trip you hire the whole boat, and the crew works for your group alone. Two people paying for a whole boat looks dear on paper. The same boat split across a group of friends or a family works out sensibly per head. That's the whole story, and everything below just explains it properly.
How private boats are actually priced
Every private boat and yacht in our fleet is priced per boat, on request — never per seat. You hire the vessel, the captain and the crew for your group, and the figure covers the boat for the day regardless of whether two or a larger group step aboard. We don't publish a fixed private headline price here because it depends on the boat, the date and the itinerary; the live figure and the enquiry form sit on each product page.
Because it's one price for the boat, the maths flips depending on group size:
- Two people: you split one boat price between two — the highest cost per head.
- A group of friends or a family: you split the same one boat price across more people — the cost per head drops fast.
So when people ask "is a private boat expensive?", the fair answer is: for two, yes, per head; for a group, no, not really. Same boat, same price, different arithmetic.
Private for two vs a shared seat: the comparison
Here's the honest side-by-side. Shared per-seat trips in the region start at roughly EUR20–33 per person; private boats are quoted per boat on request, so the per-head figure depends entirely on how many of you go.
| What matters to you | Private boat for two | Shared seat |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | Per boat, on request | Per person, from ~EUR20–33 |
| Cost per head (for two) | Highest — you split one boat price two ways | Lowest |
| Cost per head (for a group) | Sensible — one boat split more ways | Same per person however many go |
| Privacy | The whole boat is yours | Shared with other guests |
| Schedule & route | Flexible around your group | Fixed for everyone aboard |
| Best for | Couples, proposals, special days | Budget days out, meeting people |
If cost per head is the only thing you're weighing, the table makes the shared seat the obvious pick. If privacy sits anywhere near the top of your list, keep reading — that's where a private boat earns its keep.
When a private boat for two is worth it
We book these for couples all the time, and the reasons are consistent:
- Proposals and anniversaries. You don't want an audience for the moment. A private deck gives you the quiet you need.
- Privacy, plainly. No sharing the shade, the swim ladder or the table. It's your boat for the day.
- Your own pace. Linger where you like, swim when you like — within the agreed itinerary, the day bends around you rather than a fixed group schedule.
- Special occasions. Birthdays, honeymoons, a one-off treat — the kind of day where paying more per head is the point, not the problem.
If any of those describe your day, our private VIP boat from Side is the one we usually put couples on. Capacity, inclusions and the current price are confirmed on that product page and when you enquire — we won't guess the numbers here.
When a shared seat is the smarter buy
We'd rather send you on the right trip than the pricier one. A shared seat is the better call when the day out itself is the goal and the budget matters more than having the boat to yourselves. Two people on a shared boat, at roughly EUR20–33 each, is a fine day on the Mediterranean. If you're happy sharing the deck and following a set route, there's no need to pay for a whole boat. Have a look at the full private boats in Side alongside the shared options and the difference in what you're buying is clear.
What if there are more than two of you?
This is where private hires change from "a treat" to "the sensible choice". Because the boat is one price, adding people lowers the cost per head without changing the boat price at all. For a family or a group of friends, a private boat often lands close to — sometimes below — what everyone would pay for individual shared seats, and you get the whole vessel to yourselves on top.
Our fleet scales with your group:
- Private VIP boat from Side — our go-to for couples and small groups.
- Private yacht from Kumköy — a step up for medium to larger groups.
- Private gulet charter — the classic wooden gulet for larger, relaxed groups.
- Luxury motor yacht, full day — our premium private option.
Prices for all of these are quoted per boat on request. Tell us your group size on the product page and we'll give you the figure that matters — the total, which you then split however you like.
Departure points and transfers
Most of our private boats leave from the Side and Kumköy area, and you can see everything grouped on the boat trips from Side hub. If you're staying further along the coast, we also run a private yacht from Alanya, so check the departure point on the tour page before you book.
Hotel transfer is arranged as part of the trip. Guests are picked up from their hotel in the morning; the exact time is confirmed the day before and varies from hotel to hotel. Once you've enquired, we'll sort the pickup so you don't have to think about getting to the harbour.
How to book a private boat for two
It's straightforward. Pick the boat that fits your day, open its product page, and use the enquiry form to tell us your date and group size. We'll come back with the per-boat price and confirm what's included — no seat-by-seat pricing, no surprises. For couples, start with the private VIP boat from Side; for anything larger, work down the fleet list above.
Frequently asked questions
Is a private boat for two people worth it in Side?
If you want privacy — for a proposal, an anniversary or simply a day without strangers on the deck — then yes. It costs more per head than a shared seat because you're hiring the whole boat, but you're paying for exclusivity, not just a seat on the water.
How much does a private boat for two cost?
Private boats are priced per boat on request, not per person, so the figure depends on the boat, the date and the itinerary. As a contrast, shared per-seat trips start at roughly EUR20–33 per person. The live private price and enquiry form are on each tour page.
Why is a private boat more expensive per person?
Because you hire the entire boat and crew for your group, then split one price. Two people split it two ways, so the cost per head is high. A larger group splits the same price more ways, so the per-head cost drops — which is why private hires make more financial sense for groups.
Can I use a private boat for a proposal or special occasion?
Absolutely — it's one of the most common reasons couples book with us. A private deck means no audience and no set group schedule. Mention the occasion when you enquire on the product page and we'll do what we can to help the day go smoothly.
Is hotel pickup included?
Hotel 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 have the details ahead of the trip once your booking is confirmed.
The bottom line
A private boat for two in Side is worth it when privacy is the point — a proposal, a special day, or simply not sharing the deck. For a plain budget day out, two shared seats win on cost. And if there are more of you, a private hire often becomes the sensible choice, not the splurge. Compare the fleet and get your per-boat quote on our private boats in Side page.