TRIP OVERVIEW
Trip Dates
26 Aug - 01 Sep |
Finished
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09 Sep - 15 Sep |
Full
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16 Sep - 22 Sep |
Full
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23 Sep - 29 Sep |
Full
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07 Oct - 13 Oct |
Private
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14 Oct - 20 Oct |
Full
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21 Oct - 27 Oct |
Full
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28 Oct - 03 Nov |
Available
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21 Apr - 27 Apr |
Available
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28 Apr - 04 May |
Available
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05 May - 11 May |
Available
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09 Jun - 15 Jun |
Available
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16 Jun - 22 Jun |
Available
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23 Jun - 29 Jun |
Available
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30 Jun - 06 Jul |
Available
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07 Jul - 13 Jul |
Private
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14 Jul - 20 Jul |
Available
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21 Jul - 27 Jul |
Private
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04 Aug - 10 Aug |
Available
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11 Aug - 17 Aug |
Available
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25 Aug - 31 Aug |
4 Spaces
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08 Sep - 14 Sep |
Available
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15 Sep - 21 Sep |
Private
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22 Sep - 28 Sep |
2 Spaces
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06 Oct - 12 Oct |
Private
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13 Oct - 19 Oct |
3 Spaces
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20 Oct - 26 Oct |
Available
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27 Oct - 02 Nov |
Available
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Tour Highlights
Experience some of the clearest waters in the Mediterranean along Turkey's Turquoise Coast
Follow a portion of the famous Lycian Way walking path by water - it stretches 509 kilometres from Fethiye to Antalya!
Discover the historic city of Aperlai, including ancient ruins both above and below water
Explore caves, tunnels, arches and bays as we complete a range of beautiful coastal swims and challenging crossings
Relax and soak in the world-renowned Turkish hospitality in the lovely seaside village of Kaş
Based in the coastal town of Kaş, we spend the week exploring countless caves, tunnels, arches, and bays. Our swims will uncover the area’s most isolated beaches, scattered archipelagos and ancient sites, including the historic city of Aperlai, strewn in ruins both above and below water. There is so much to discover as we swim along a portion of the Lycian Way walking path, which stretches 509 kilometres from Fethiye to Antalya.
Our main boat for the week is a traditional Turkish ‘gulet,’ which is an ideal way to experience this part of the world. The gulet is also where we will enjoy the fresh, traditional Turkish lunches which are served on board between your swims – a highlight for many SwimTrekkers! There is plenty of room to stretch out as well and relax under the sun while you are out of the water.
Who is this trip for?
This trip is designed for swimmers who enjoy both crossings and coastal swims, including exploring sea caves, tunnels, and arches.
Swimmers should have a basic understanding of open water swimming and be capable of completing the average swim distance and average daily swim distance (over the course of two swims) prior to the start of the trip.
The average swim distance is around 3km. The average daily swim distance is around 5km.
We have given this trip a ‘Moderate’ grading. Most swimmers comfortable in the open water will be able to take part and enjoy one of these trips.
What's included?
- Fully guided swimming holiday (swimmers only)
- Professional swim guides and full safety escort on all swims (swimmers only)
- Six nights' accommodation
- All breakfasts
- All lunches (swimmers only)
- Full ABTOT Financial Protection
- Technique advice with video playback
What's not included?
- Travel to and from the start of the trip
- Evening meals
- Drinks and additional activities
Sample Trip Itinerary
Please note that the below daily itineraries are an example of the swims that may take place during your trip, however, actual swim locations and distances will vary according to local weather and swim conditions. Your SwimTrek guides and local boat pilots will determine the most suitable swim locations each day and will communicate the plan with all guests as soon as possible.
Trip Schedule
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Map
Reviews
Ideal combination of outstanding guides, crystal water, breathtaking views and a uniquely welcoming boat crew - in a beautiful location!
A fantastic holiday! The guides and the boat crew looked after us so well - taking us for some stunning swims and keeping us well fed with delicious food. Thank you team!
SwimTrek is fantastic. I’ve done two trips and am looking forward to my next one. It’s a great way to travel and see new parts of the world while meeting interesting people and staying active. I highly recommend it!
The Lycian way is spectacular: swimming with turtles and over ancient ruins was an experience that I will never forget!
I'm three trips in and puzzling over how this company can exceed my expectations so drastically every time. The kind of guests these trips attract are my kind of people...
This was just the most fantastic trip ever - warm clear waters, lots of fish and sights to see, brilliant guides, beautiful food and great people.
This was the perfect break, sea, sun, and awesome company. My soul has been revived and replenished. Thank you for an amazing weeks swimming!
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Photos (click to enlarge)
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SwimTrekkers on the boat
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Swimmers explore a cave
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Posing for a photo
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Yellow pod taking a break
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Pink pod heading into deeper water
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Stopping for a refuel
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Flipping in on the Lycian Way
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Our guide looks out
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Freediving in Turkey
Lunchtime between swims and I get to see the sunken wreck of a plane off the coast of Kas
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2023 sunlit trips
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Onboard the SwimTrek boat
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More 2023 swims!
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SwimTrekkers in formation
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Emerald shallows
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Swimming alongside the cliffs
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The blanket octopus
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The chalky coastline
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Swimmers and distant escort
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Swimmers and escort boat at sea
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Swimmer out in the big blue
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Headed back for lunch!
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Lycian Way coastal shot
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Guide keeps watch from the RIB
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Just look at that coastline!
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Swimmer under the strafing sunlight
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Swimmers cutting around the headland
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Turquoise
Clear water
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Stunning photo on the SwimTrek LYcian Way trip in Turkey
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SwimTrek boat on Lycian Way
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SwimTrekkers enjoying Kas after swimming
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Swimmer jumping into the water in Kas
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Picturesque
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Ampitheatre
Blue waters
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Swimming with Turtles
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Group collects in a secluded bay
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Pre lunch video analysis
Adventure
another day's adventure
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Lycian Way
Graceful
There she goes, having allowed me to spend time with her in her habitat, such a beautiful graceful creature
Bird Island
Here's waving at you all.... can you see the Bird ?
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Lycian Way
Kas, 2014
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Turtle fun 2 Turkey Lycisn Way 2014
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Lycian Way
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Rock swimmers in Turkey
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Coastal swimming in Turkey
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Rock face on the Lycian way SwimTrek trip
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swimming holiday Lycian Way
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