Around six hours along the Side coastline on the Starcraft: anchor drops in clear bays for swimming and snorkelling, live music and animation on deck, unlimited soft drinks and a freshly cooked lunch.
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Around six hours along the Side coastline on the Starcraft: anchor drops in clear bays for swimming and snorkelling, live music and animation on deck, unlimited soft drinks and a freshly cooked lunch.
Ask around Side which boat trip to try first and the Starcraft comes up again and again. It is the classic full-day cruise along the bays outside town — roughly six hours on the water, with air-conditioned pickup from selected hotels so the day begins and ends at your own door.
The rhythm on board is wonderfully simple. The boat drops anchor at several swimming spots, you jump into clear Mediterranean water, borrow the included snorkelling gear to look beneath the surface, dry off in the sun and repeat. Between stops, live music and animation keep the deck buzzing, and a professional guide is on hand all day.
Food and drink are taken care of: a freshly prepared lunch is served on board and non-alcoholic drinks stay unlimited from the first bay to the last. Alcohol, watersports such as jet ski or banana boat, and the photo-and-video service are optional extras, so bring a little spending money only if you want them.
Families first — children are very welcome, and the mix of swimming, shows and food keeps every age busy. Note that the boat is not wheelchair accessible, which matters for planning.
Pack swimwear, a towel and sunscreen for the swim breaks, and reserve your places ahead of time — advance booking is required.
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