15 Boat Trips in Bodrum Worth Booking

1.Full-Day Orak Island Boat Trip from Bodrum

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,513 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $41Our pick

Spend 6.5 hours aboard a Bayside Boat Tours boat from Halikarnas harbor, stopping at Red Bay, Orak Island, German Bay, and Rabbit Bay. Swim, snorkel, sunbathe, and eat a freshly prepared lunch on board. The crew speaks Turkish and English, with names such as Arda, Harry, and Sipsy noted for their warm, entertaining service.

“Great value for money, 4 stops with lunch and Turkish tea and a lovely captain and crew on board”

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2.Orak Island Boat Tour with Swim Stops and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 950 reviews · 8 hours · from $27

From Bodrum, sail to German Bay, Orak Island, Red Nose, and Tavşan Burnu on a relaxed boat day with lunch, tea, and swim time. Choose a group, private, or hotel pickup option. Eric, Ali, and the crew are known for friendly help, while the captain may change the route for weather. Bring cash for drinks and arrive early for a good deck seat.

“The crew were amazing and the stops were sooo fun we dipped into the beautiful clear water and swam for almost 30 minutes each stop. It was a beautiful experience and i highly recommend”

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3.Bodrum Orak Island (Turkish Maldives) Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 407 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $30

Spend about six hours cruising from Halikarnas Port to Orak Island, Pabuç Burnu, and Rabbit Bay. You’ll swim from the boat, eat a Turkish lunch, see Bodrum Castle from the water, and buy drinks on board. The $30.02 price is excellent for a full day at sea, though the boat can feel crowded and shore access is limited.

“Finding the exact boat was a little challenging but we got on with no issues. Nice boat, clean and safe. Cushy top filled with cushions but it started to rain before we left so everyone ended up on the first floor - but we all fit and made new friends! Crew was nice enough, they didn't say very much but told us the names of the stops. Would have liked a little music or more info about the stops. We didn't really go by the castle but saw it from the water. First stop was the hot spring cave - much nicer than it looks from the outside! Don't miss…”

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4.Boat Trip to the Turkish Maldives- Orak Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 244 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $30Top rated

Board Bayside & Tora Boat Trips at Halikarnas Harbour at 11 a.m. for a seven-hour cruise to four swimming spots: Pabuç Burnu, Orak Island, German Bay, and Rabbit Bay. Lunch is included, while drinks cost extra. Expect a relaxed social boat day with shaded seating, sunbeds, and a maximum of 50 people.

“We went to 4-5 beautiful beaches! The staff was amazing and very attentive! The food was pasta, a salad and chicken strips. We were able to purchase alcoholic beverages on the boat. We loved this experience!”

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5.Orak Island Boat Trip with Lunch & Optional Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 188 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $28

Join the Quantum at Halikarnas Limani for a 6 to 8 hour cruise from Bodrum to German Bay, Orak Island, and Rabbit Nose National Park. Swim from the boat, walk Orak Island’s white-sand shore, and enjoy a three-course lunch with tea. Hotel pickup is available from Bodrum, Gümbet, Bitez, Ortakent, and Yahşi.

“Really fab boat trip thoroughly enjoyed by all. Everything was great.”

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6.Orakadasi Boat Tour From Bodrum (Maldives of Turkey) With Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 146 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $25Best value

Spend 6 to 7 hours on a double-deck boat from Bodrum, stopping at German Bay, Orak Island, Red Nose, and Tavşan Burnu. Swim in clear water, eat a simple barbecue lunch, and choose sun or shade on deck. Hotel pickup is offered, though meeting instructions can vary. English-speaking crew and a maximum of 80 people.

“Brilliant experience !!! the day was wonderful and the staff was very good being helpful and friendly”

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7.Private VIP Gulet Boat Tour With Lunch in Bodrum For 6 Hour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 131 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $533

Set out from Bodrum harbor on a private gulet with Captain Yusuf and crew for Karaada, Rabbit Bay, and Red Bay. Swim, snorkel, fish, paddle board, sunbathe, and enjoy a choice of fish, chicken, meatball, or vegetarian lunch. Coffee, soft drinks, fruit, and water are included, while you may bring your own alcohol.

“The Bodrum water is the most beautiful of all our cruise stopping points. The crew was really nice and helpful and they took us to areas we really enjoyed. Lunch was also excellent. I would highly recommend this.”

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8.Orak Island Boat Trip with Swim Stops and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 127 reviews · from $34

Spend six easygoing hours on a boat from Bodrum’s Halikarnas Port, with swim stops at Orak Island, Pabuç Burnu, and Rabbit Bay. You’ll pass Bodrum Castle, eat grilled chicken with salad and pasta, and have toilets, a shower, life jackets, and sea noodles on board. Bring towels, sun protection, and cash for drinks or ice cream.

“It was a day filled with heaps of fun. The food was amazing. Would definitely recommend.”

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9.Orak or Black Island Boat Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 108 reviews · from $34

Join a Turkish and English-speaking host for a 6.5-hour boat day from Bodrum. Swim at Black Island Cave, Meteor Bay, Aquarius Bay, Red Bay, and Rabbit Bay, with lunch, fruit, tea, and biscuits included. The route may switch to Orak Island, so confirm the day’s plan before boarding.

“The trip was great. There were lots of different stops, the views were stunning as well. The lunch was lovely! All the staff were so great! Would definitely recommend :)”

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10.Bodrum Boat Tour with Lunch: Beaches and Islands

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 82 reviews · 6 hours · from $28

Set out from central Bodrum at about 11:00 for a six-hour boat day with 3 to 4 swimming stops, lunch of chicken, pasta, and salad, and views of Black Island, Poyraz Bay, and Rabbit Bay. English and Turkish-speaking hosts are available. Drinks and Black Island hot spring entry cost extra.

“we had a really lovely day! lunch was really nice(chicken, tomatoe pasta and salad) the only thing i would say is that it would be nice to have abit more communication as to know where we are stopping etc and maybe abit of info to go with it! other than that a lovely day 😊”

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11.Private 6-Hour Boat Tour with Lunch in Bodrum Bays

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $409

Spend six hours on a private boat from Bodrum, stopping at Karaada, Red Bay, and Rabbit Bay for swimming, lunch, fruit, and sea views. You’ll have snorkeling gear and an amateur fishing rod onboard, though equipment and boat condition can vary. Cleopatra Cave costs €3 extra, and the crew may offer limited English conversation.

“Great Captain! The lunch was fantastic! Took us to remote areas with not a lot of people. The water was absolutely beautiful! The snorkeling gear does need to be replaced, but we had a great time! Would recommend this tour!”

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12.3-Hour Private Sunset Boat Tour With Dinner in Bodrum

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $245

Spend about three hours on a private boat from Bodrum’s Kumbahçe pier with Captain Yusuf and his crew. Cruise to clear-water Akvaryum Bay, swim, snorkel, fish, or use the paddleboard while dinner is prepared. Fish, chicken, or vegetarian meals are included, along with tea, coffee, water, and soda. Bring your own alcohol.

“Captain Yusuf was a lovely host, very attentive throughout the whole process and even before the trip. He surprised us with a bigger boat so we had the whole Gulet all to ourselves. He took us to Akvaryum Bay - where the water was calm and clear. He cooked us some lovely fish and salad, which we thought were the freshest seafood we’ve had in ages. I totally recommend this activity for both small and big groups!”

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13.Boat Tour for Mein Schiff Cruise Passengers

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 57 reviews · from $40

Join a 5-hour boat trip timed for Mein Schiff’s Bodrum port call. From Halikarnas harbor, you’ll visit four bays for swimming and snorkeling, eat a buffet lunch, and relax with fruit and Turkish tea. Bring a towel and sun cream. Other drinks, including alcohol, are available to buy onboard.

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14.Private Sunset Boat Tour in Bodrum With Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $254

Spend about three hours on a private boat from Bodrum’s Halikarnas Pier, stopping at Karaada and Akvaryum Bay for swimming, fishing, music, dinner, and sunset views. The family-run crew, including Ahmet and Amir on some departures, can make the outing personal, with photos and help in the water. English is offered, though communication may vary.

“I booked this private sunset tour just for myself. The family who ran this boat were very sweet, kind, and attentive. The captain had a great personality. We stopped twice to swim in the bays and had dinner in between. The captain was kind enough to take as many photos for me as I wished. This was a relaxing, intimate, and fun experience. I would definitely recommend this experience with this family for an intimate group or for someone traveling solo.”

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15.6 Hours Private Charter Boat Tour with Lunch in Bodrum

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $407

You get a private boat for six hours from Kumbahçe, with stops at Aquarium Bay, Red Bay, and Rabbit Bay. Captain Yusuf’s team provides lunch, fruit, drinks, snorkeling gear, and fishing equipment. Choose fish, chicken, meatballs, or a vegetarian meal, then swim, sunbathe, and enjoy Bodrum from the water.

“Great views, service and as relaxing as promised. Snorkeled in 2 spots. Super clear water but no reefs and little variety of fish, but we knew this was not a tropical fish spot. Came for the relaxation and got that and more. Great lunch too. Receptive crew to our wishes.”

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