Suluada Island boat trip from Antalya is one of the rising stars among excursions. The magical, azure Suluada, an island of diamond-clear waters, fresh sea breeze and pristine Mediterranean nature, will amaze you. You've probably seen the Turkish 'Maldives' on TikTok videos or TV at least once; now it's your chance to visit it.
Take a tour on a comfortable boat along the Mediterranean coast to and around Suluada Island. Enjoy swimming stops at white sandy beaches and several lagoons of Turkish Maldives.
As you approach the white sands and crystalline waters of Suluada, you will feel like you are approaching your dream island. Suluada beach is similar to tropical beaches. You can surely see that as you take in the beauty of this solitary island in the Mediterranean Sea.
Suluada is a snorkeler's paradise as the waters teem with fish and marine life. Caretta Caretta turtles often accompany the boats. It is common to spot dolphins en route. If the marine animals love this island so much, it is easy to see why and you are sure to have the most relaxing day out!
The rocky formation of the island provides a sharp contrast to the stunning natural beaches as they meet the tepid, still waters of the Mediterranean.
There is an abundance of caves dotted along the island's coast. You will find caves below the surface should you wish to dive deeper. One of the most visited caves runs from the side of one rock to the other, creating an opening ideal for bathing or taking photographs.
Your first swimming break will be in the south of Suluada and will last around 1 hour. Then, you will head off to the island's north and enjoy another swimming break. You will also have lunch there. There is nothing quite like smelling the barbecue as you build up an appetite with a refreshing swim.
After lunch, you will stop at the cave eastern side of the island, where you can swim from one side to the other. You will have around 1 hour to swim, snorkel and take lots of photographs.
On the return journey to Adrasan, the captain may opt to stop for a final swimming break according to sea conditions before taking you safely back to the harbour.
Your transfer vehicle will wait at the harbour to return you to your original pick point. So you are sure to return to your hotel feeling relaxed and refreshed, ready to enjoy the rest of your holiday fully.
Pick-up is available from Kemer, Tekirova, Göynük and Beldibi hotels for €26; from Konyaaltı, Antalya, Lara and Kundu hotels for €28; from Belek and Boğazkent hotels for €30; and from Side and Manavgat hotels for €40. The price includes Hotel Transfer (Both Ways), Guiding Service, Lunch, Insurance.
The cost of the Antalya Suluada Tour is 30 € for adults, 20 € for children between the ages of 4 and 11, and free for children under four years old in 2026.
Bring swimming costumes, towels, sun cream, goggles, and snorkel equipment. In addition, you may need a little money to buy drinks or snacks during the day.
The waters at the beaches on the island are incredibly shallow, and non-swimmers can happily paddle to shore and enjoy the beach.
However, if you prefer not to go in the water, you can enjoy a chilled-out boat ride, taking in the most exquisite scenery and, maybe, even do a spot of dolphin watching!
You will find that a day out on the boat to Suluada is a slow and calm excursion.
The waters are generally tranquil, and there is slight rocking on the ship. Most guests don't experience any problems at all.
However, if you are prone to seasickness and have doubts, you should have your medication with you in the unlikely event that you need them.
The boat leaves from the village of Adrasan, which is just under 2 hours away from Antalya. Suluada is located just off the coast of Adrasan, with a sailing time of around 45 minutes.
The crew were fantastic and the water at Suluada was every bit as stunning as the photos suggest.
The drinks prices on board felt a little steep, but honestly a minor grumble for what was a brilliant day out as a couple.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us this lovely review! We're thrilled you enjoyed Suluada and that our crew looked after you well. We appreciate the feedback on drinks pricing and will keep it in mind. We hope to welcome you back on board soon! — Book From Locals
Absolutely brilliant value for a full day out — the water at Suluada was every bit as stunning as the photos promised, and my partner and I were genuinely gobsmacked by how clear and turquoise it was.
The crew were friendly enough but a little hands-off at times, though honestly for the price we paid we can't complain.
Thank you so much for this lovely review! We're thrilled Suluada lived up to expectations and that you felt you got great value from the day. We'll pass your feedback on to the crew — always room to be a little more attentive! We hope to welcome you both back on board soon. — Book From Locals
A group of six of us came over from the UK looking for something a bit more adventurous than a beach day, and Suluada absolutely delivered — the water really does live up to the hype, genuinely the clearest turquoise we'd seen anywhere, and the crew were friendly, attentive, and clearly knew the island well. The sea cave stop in particular was a highlight none of us had expected, and the guide made sure everyone felt comfortable navigating it.
That said, for the price we paid, the BBQ lunch felt underwhelming — a few pieces of chicken, some bread, and a salad that had seen better days, which for a long full-day trip left us a bit hungry until we got back to Antalya. The boat itself was fine but noticeably well-worn, shade on the lower deck was limited once everyone was competing for it, and the two-hour transfer each way is something the listing could be clearer about — it makes for a genuinely exhausting day when you add it all up.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback, and we're really glad the group enjoyed Suluada and the sea cave — those are always special moments! We completely take on board your comments about the lunch and the transfer duration, and we're actively looking at ways to improve both the meal offering and how clearly the travel time is communicated before booking. We hope to welcome you and your friends back on board one day. – Book From Locals
Suluada blew us both away — the water really is that shade of blue you see in the photos, and the crew couldn't have been more attentive throughout the day.
The drinks prices on board were a bit steep, so bring some extra cash if you're a couple who like to keep the holiday feeling going.
Thank you so much for this lovely review! We're delighted you enjoyed the beauty of Suluada together. You make a fair point about drinks — we'll take that on board. Hope to welcome you both again soon! — Book From Locals