Pirate Boat Trip in Belek

The pirate ship is a large,  three-deck wooden-style vessel designed to resemble historical galleons from the Mediterranean. It features tall masts, decorative sails, a wooden deck with rope ladders, cannons for show, and pirate flags. The crew is dressed in pirate costumes, which adds to the fun, theatrical atmosphere on board.

In Belek and the Antalya region, the biggest pirate ships can hold up to 300 passengers and are among the largest themed boats in Türkiye. They include wide sun decks, shaded lounges, bars, sound systems, and full-size dining areas — all decorated in classic pirate style.

Historically, the southern coast of Türkiye, including Belek, was part of the ancient trade routes between Cyprus and the Mediterranean ports. Local legends tell of pirates hiding their treasures along these rocky bays. The tour shares these tales, making the cruise both entertaining and educational for children and adults.

Today’s “pirates” in Belek are friendly entertainers. The crew members dress up as pirates to perform humorous shows and lead games for children. It’s all family-friendly fun no danger, just laughter, music, and good memories.

The full tour lasts around 6 to 7 hours, including hotel transfers, boarding, sailing along the coast, swimming stops, lunch on board, and return to the port.

Depending on the vessel, the pirate boat can carry between 120 and 300 passengers safely and comfortably. Each ship has professional crew, life jackets, and full insurance.

It’s a themed tour boat built for safety and comfort but designed to look like an authentic pirate ship. The ship is fully licensed for tourism and meets all maritime safety standards.

During the cruise, the pirate crew organizes interactive shows, mini competitions, dance games, and a treasure hunt for children. There’s also music, foam fun, and dance time for adults. Everything is supervised by the entertainment team, so everyone can join in safely. Details are secret

Yes. Every child receives a small pirate bandana or face painting as part of the animation. We also offer photo sessions where kids can pose with the crew in full pirate gear.

Sometimes. In calm weather, guests may spot Mediterranean dolphins or Caretta-Caretta turtles near the surface. While sightings aren’t guaranteed, they happen occasionally along the Belek coast.

Yes. Pirate boat is equipped with clean toilets and small changing cabins, as well as fresh-water showers for guests after swimming stops.

Absolutely. The pirate crew can organize birthday songs, a cake, and group photos on request. It’s a popular choice for children’s birthdays and family celebrations. Just mention it during booking.

Yes, Belek Travel offers private pirate ship rentals for large families, corporate groups, or special events. You can choose the sailing route, duration, and meal options. Advance booking is required for private use.

If you’re prone to seasickness, it’s best to bring your own motion sickness tablets from the pharmacy before the trip. The crew can assist if you start feeling unwell.

Alcoholic drinks such as beer, wine, and cocktails are available at the onboard bar at reasonable local prices (typically between 10–15 £ per drink). Prices may vary by brand.

Soft drinks like Cola, Fanta, Sprite, mineral water, and ice tea are served on board. Soft drink beverages can be purchased from the bar throughout the cruise.

The pirate boat makes 2 to 3 swimming stops along the Belek–Antalya coast.
✓ Turtle Bay: about 35–40 minutes in calm turquoise water.
✓ Lower Düden Waterfall: around 25–30 minutes near the cool mist of the falls.
✓ Optional stop at Paradise Bay or Lara Cliffs (20–25 minutes) if sea conditions allow.
In total, guests enjoy 1.5 to 2 hours of swimming time during the full-day cruise. Life jackets are provided, and shaded deck areas are available for those who prefer to stay on board.

Turtle Beach is a protected natural area where Caretta Caretta sea turtles come to lay their eggs. This ancient species has lived on Earth for about 95 million years and was nearly wiped out in the late 20th century but saved thanks to conservation efforts. Adult turtles can reach up to 150 cm in length and weigh around 80–90 kg. The females dig several holes in the sand but lay eggs only in one, chosen instinctively. When the babies hatch, they run toward the sea, guided by the moonlight, trying to reach the water before sunrise to avoid heat and predators. Only the strongest survive, and as adults, they return to the same beach to bring new life