A Private Sunset Yacht in Side, from Afternoon to Last Light
A private sunset cruise in Side starts at 15:00 and stays on the water until sunset, so the finish follows the time of year. The whole boat is yours, from €550 for the boat, with the final figure quoted for your group. The flybridge motor yachts, the teak-deck motor yacht and the wooden sailing gulet are the boats most often chosen for the evening.
How the sunset package works
The sunset package begins at 15:00. You board in the warm part of the afternoon, have time to swim while the sun is still high, and then watch the light change as the boat makes its way back along the coast. It ends at sunset, which moves through the year, so we never print a fixed finishing time. Your quote tells you what to expect on your date.
As with every charter, the route and any swim stop are agreed with the captain on the day, depending on sea and weather. The boat belongs to your group alone, so if the mood is quiet, it stays quiet.
Which boats suit an evening on the water
Any of our eight boats can go out in the afternoon, but some are built for it. Here is what each one offers once the sun gets low.
- The luxury flybridge yacht: a round table under a red bimini on the flybridge, a sun deck on the coachroof and seating on the aft deck. A natural choice for couples and special occasions.
- The flybridge motor yacht: an open upper deck with bean bags, sun pads on the foredeck and a shaded dining table at the stern. Room for friends or family to spread out.
- The teak-deck motor yacht: teak side decks, a cushioned bow sun pad and a shaded aft table. Pictured in evening light, and well suited to two or a small group.
- The harbour flybridge yacht: moored in Side harbour by the lighthouse, with a flybridge under a bimini and a stern boarding ramp.
- The wooden sailing gulet: a mast, a traditional wooden hull and cushioned decks fore and aft, for a slower, classic feel.
What to plan for a sunset charter
A few small decisions make the evening easier. None of them is complicated, and we are happy to talk them through before you book.
- Light: the golden part of the evening comes late in the package, so charge phones and cameras before you board.
- A light jumper or cardigan: the breeze on the way back can feel cool after a hot afternoon.
- Food: an evening on deck is better with something to eat. Food is an option priced in your quote; tell us what you have in mind. Ask us about drinks.
- Transfer: if you would like a hotel transfer, add it to the request and we confirm the pickup with the quote.
- The occasion: if it is a birthday, an anniversary or a proposal, tell us in advance. Our guide to celebrations on a private yacht covers what to ask for.
Sunset or daytime?
The two packages suit different days. The daytime package (10:00–15:00) gives five full hours of sun, swimming and lunch, and is usually the easier choice with young children. The sunset package trades some swimming time for cooler air and the light over Side's ancient harbour and city.
If swimming is the main point, read our guide to a private daytime yacht. If you are still deciding what the trip is for, the overview of private yacht hire in Side is the place to start.
Price and booking
A private sunset cruise starts from €550 for the whole boat. The final quote depends on your group size (children count as guests), the boat and the options you add. We explain how that figure is built in our guide to private yacht prices.
To book, choose the private sunset cruise package, send your date, group and options, and we reply with the price and the meeting point: Side harbour or a pier on the Manavgat river, depending on the boat. Free cancellation applies up to 48 hours before the start.
Ready for your own boat?
Tell us the date and your group — we reply with one price for the whole boat.
Questions guests ask
What time does a private sunset boat trip in Side start?
At 15:00. It stays out until sunset, so the end time depends on the time of year and is confirmed with your quote.
Can we swim on a sunset cruise?
Usually, yes: the afternoon start leaves time to swim at anchor. The captain decides on the stop on the day, depending on sea and weather.
Which private yacht in Side is good for a romantic evening?
The luxury flybridge yacht, the teak-deck motor yacht and the harbour flybridge yacht all suit couples. Tell us the occasion and we suggest a match.