What to Bring
Towel, swimwear, sunglasses and sunscreen, hat.
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up and return transfer by comfortable transport;
- Russian-speaking guide escort during the excursion;
- Life jackets and necessary equipment on the yacht;
- Lunch and soft drinks (cola, Fanta, water, tea, coffee) during the boat trip.
Not Included
! The price is provided for reference and may differ on the day of the excursion.
Additional Information
Departure and return times are approximate and depend on your hotel location. The exact transfer time will be provided after booking;
Please wait for the excursion transfer outside the hotel — at the entrance or barrier. Please note that the bus may not be allowed to enter some hotel grounds. This is due to internal hotel rules and to avoid conflicts with local guides;
Transfer is included in the price from all areas of Side;
Please note:the guide may change the order of the stops, but the entire excursion program remains unchanged;
For children. Children without a separate ticket travel without their own seat on the bus (on an adult's lap). If you need a separate seat, book the child with a seat;
Tour start and end times may vary depending on the season;
Bringing your own drinks on board is not allowed, except drinks and food for small children;
If you are prone to motion sickness or seasickness, we recommend preparing motion-sickness medication in advance and taking it before the excursion so the trip is as comfortable as possible and brings only pleasant impressions;
If you plan to purchase photos or videos from the organizer, it is best to bring a USB drive and make sure upon returning to the hotel that your own files were uploaded;
Payment is made on the day of the excursion. US dollars, euros and Turkish lira are accepted. Card payment may also be available (confirm when booking).
Weather conditions and recommendations for the boat trip in Alanya
April
Start of the boat-trip season. Air temperature in Alanya is usually +22…+26°C, sea temperature around +18…+20°C. Swimming is already possible, but the water is still refreshing. The sea can sometimes be wavy, so on some days trips may be postponed due to weather conditions.
May
One of the most comfortable months for yacht trips. Air temperatures rise to +26…+30°C, sea temperature is around +21…+23°C. The sea becomes calmer, and the weather is excellent for both sunbathing and swimming.
June
The full summer season begins. Air temperatures stay around +30…+34°C, while the Mediterranean Sea warms to +24…+26°C. Ideal for boat trips, swimming and relaxing on a yacht.
July – August
The hottest months of the season. Air temperatures often reach +34…+40°C, while the sea is around +27…+29°C. The sea is usually calm and very warm. During this period, it is especially important to bring a hat, sunscreen and drinking water.
September
One of the best months for sea excursions. The intense heat gradually eases, air temperatures are around +30…+34°C, and the sea remains very warm at about +27…+28°C. Comfortable conditions both for relaxing on deck and swimming.
October
The velvet season in Alanya. Air temperatures are usually +25…+30°C, water around +24…+26°C. The weather is still excellent for yacht trips and swimming, although windier days and short rains are possible toward the end of the month.
November – March
During this period, boat trips run much less frequently and depend on weather conditions. Air temperatures are usually +15…+24°C, while the sea remains around +18…+22°C. Waves, wind and rain are possible, so excursions may be postponed or cancelled for safety reasons.
The most comfortable period for the pirate yacht trip is from May to October. For those who love warm sea water, June–September is ideal, while May and October are better for milder temperatures and a more relaxed trip.
Distance to Alanya Port from the Side resort areas
The Starcraft yacht excursion departs from Alanya Port, so guests from the Side region are provided with a transfer. Travel time depends on your hotel location and the number of stops while collecting guests.
▪️Kizilot — about 47 km, approximately 50 minutes on the road;
▪️Kizilagac — about 52 km, approximately 55 minutes;
▪️Titreyengol — about 65 km, approximately 1 hour 5 minutes;
▪️Sorgun — about 65 km, approximately 1 hour 5 minutes;
▪️Side — about 65 km, approximately 1 hour 5 minutes;
▪️Kumkoy — about 70 km, approximately 1 hour 10 minutes;
▪️Evrenseki — about 72 km, approximately 1 hour 10 minutes;
▪️Colakli — about 72 km, approximately 1 hour 10 minutes;
▪️Gundogdu — about 78 km, approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
The transfer is by comfortable air-conditioned bus along the Mediterranean coast, so the journey is usually easy and becomes part of the trip.
