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Manavgat River pirate cruise with swim stops

4.5/5
648 reviews

All aboard this Manavgat river cruise for a family-friendly day out on the waves. Pirate-themed games, swimming and the chance to get up close to the Apollo Temple – both kids and grown-ups are in for an action-packed day. Isra, one of our expert local guides, says, “there's something for the whole family on this cruise – kids will love the pirate-themed activities, and the adults have time to relax and enjoy the views of the Apollo Temple ruins from the deck of the ship.”

The fun begins the moment you step on the boat. All dark wood and sturdy sails, it's every bit the authentic pirate ship. Accompanied by a crew of Jack Sparrow-style sailors, we'll cast off down the River Manavgat. The kids will be busy learning pirate language and having their faces painted by the entertainment team, while adults can sit back and sip on a refreshing drink from the bar. We'll anchor for a spot of swimming, before tucking into a tasty lunch served on board.

After lunch, the route sees us venturing into the Mediterranean. Here, you'll get to admire the spectacular Apollo Temple ruins, dating back to 150 AD. The temple was dedicated to Apollo, the Greek god of music, poetry, prophecy, and healing – you'll be able to recognise it easily from the ship's deck because of its tall columns. To round the day off, we'll continue to our final swim stop location. Cool off in the fresh waters while the kids have fun hunting for a treasure chest buried on the shore. It's a family day out like no other.

What is the itinerary for this experience?

The itinerary for this experience is...

- 8:00am to 9:20am – pick-up from your accommodation

- 9:45am – Board the boat waiting for you on the Manavgt River

- 10:00am to 3:45pm – boat cruise along the river, with two swim stops, a beach visit, onboard games and a treasure hunt for kids

- 4:45pm to 5:45pm – head back to your accommodation

Please note, the times and schedule may vary on the day

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What travellers are saying

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4.5/5

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  • Summary: This pirate-themed boat tour is an engaging and highly entertaining experience for families, especially children. The lively crew, particularly Captain Spinne, captivate kids with their immersive activities and themed entertainment. The tour includes a buffet-style lunch, a treasure hunt, and a foam party. While the tour is generally well-received, some reviews mention high prices for extras like photos and ice cream, and a few note the condition of restrooms and beach areas. Overall, it's a fun, well-organized adventure that children love.
  • What visitors loved: Engaging pirate-themed activities. Lively and entertaining crew. Inclusion of treasure hunt and foam party.
  • Worth knowing: Consider the high cost of extras like photos and ice cream. Restrooms and beach areas could use improvement.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Alanya
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Language:German, English
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Meal included
e-Voucher
Hotel pick up

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Why you’ll love this…

  • You'll cruise along the Manavgat River on a pirate-style ship
  • There's activities like face painting, pirate games and treasure hunts for the kids
  • You'll splash and swim in the Manavgat River and the Mediterranean Sea
  • You get great views of what's left of the Apollo Temple from the comfort of the deck
  • An expert local guide will share their unrivalled knowledge of the area's history and culture

Important to know

  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring a towel
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Boat cruise
  • Lunch
  • Transport
  • Swim stops
  • Soft drinks

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Location

Pickups are available from selected hotels in the following resorts:
Alanya
Side
Belek
Antalya

Provider

TANTUR TURIZM SEYAHAT A.S


What people say about this experience

4.5/5

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Based on 648 reviews


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  • S

    Stefan&CarlFriedrich

    Travelled with family


    9 October 2026
    5

    Germany

    Das ganze Konzept war mustergültig, die Crew sehr angenehm und zuvorkommend, der Chefanimateur Käptn Spinne war grandios und eine absolute Wucht, die Kinder 3-9 waren begeistert und wir Eltern haben auch sehr viel gelacht. Kann man wohl kaum besser machen mit allem...10 von 10 Punkten, danke für das super Erlebnis.

  • C

    Claudia

    Travelled with family


    9 October 2026
    5

    Germany

    Die Piratenfahrt war super toll. Unser Kind hatte Riesen Spaß gehabt. Super gemacht. Danke an Capitain Spinne 👍. Der hat das so leidenschaftlich gemacht. Einfach **********!

  • D

    Domenic

    Travelled with family


    7 October 2026
    5

    Germany

    Das war eine echt schöne Tour, sehr schön gestaltet und echt viel gemacht für die Kinder! Super! ☺️

  • A

    Andreas G

    Travelled as a couple


    2 October 2026
    5

    Germany

    Wir waren am 30.09.26 mit unserem Enkel zur Piratenfahrt auf der Barbaros Yacht zu Gast. Es wird ein unvergesslicher Tag bleiben. Der Piratenkapitän „Spinne“ und die gesamte „Piratencrew“ haben sich von der ersten bis zur letzten Minute um alle kleinen Gäste gekümmert und in alle Handlungen einbezogen. Die Kinder wurden von Spinne wie Erwachsene vollwertige Piraten betrachtet. Er macht seine Arbeit nicht nur sehr gerne, er lebt für seinen Job und seinen Umgang mit Kindern. Danke nochmals an alle

  • K

    Kerstin

    Travelled with family


    2 October 2026
    5

    Germany

    Es war ein sehr schöner Ausflug. Gerade für Kinder wird sehr viel geboten, von Schatzsuche über Schaumparty und vielen weiteren Spielen. Es kam zu keinem Zeitpunkt Langeweile auf. Unserem Sohn (5Jahre) hat es viel Spaß gemacht. Wir können diesen Ausflug nur weiterempfehlen.

  • L

    Lorraine

    Travelled with family


    17 September 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    We enjoyed everything about the day very much for the children being pirates