Hisarönü Boat Trip

About this tour

A short 30-minute drive over the mountains reaches Hisarönü Bay — rated among the world's most beautiful spots — where a two-deck private boat tours the Aegean islands: Orhaniye/Kız Kumu, Selimiye, Camellia Island, Dişlice and Rabbit Island. Watch the water shift from pale turquoise to emerald and deep blue at every stop. On Camellia you can walk up to a 12th-century Byzantine church; on Rabbit Island, feed the resident rabbits. Around 30–40 minutes at each stop; lunch and unlimited soft drinks included.

Booking is free — you pay on the day of the tour, with free cancellation.

Tour program

1. 1

   Hotel pickup

   Pickup from İçmeler, Armutalan, Siteler and Marmaris centre.

2. 2

   Drive to Hisarönü & boarding

   About 30 minutes over the mountains to the bay, then onto the two-deck boat.

3. 3

   Orhaniye & Kız Kumu

   The famous "Maiden's Sand" — a sandbank you can walk along in the middle of the bay.

4. 4

   Selimiye Bay

   A storied bay named after Sultan Selim II, ringed by quiet fishing-village shores.

5. 5

   Camellia Island

   Swim, then follow the path to the 12th-century Byzantine church and its wishing spots.

6. 6

   Dişlice Island

   A volcanic islet whose hardened lava looks like a dragon's open jaws from above.

7. 7

   Rabbit Island

   A close pass by the private island, where you can see and feed the rabbits.

8. 8

   Return

   Back to the bay and by shuttle to your hotel.

Good to know

• In peak season, depending on demand, not every stop can be guaranteed.
• Bring your swimsuit, sunscreen, sunglasses, a towel, a hat and your camera; comfortable shoes are recommended.