Swim with Dolphins & Dolphin Show Combo from Demre β Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Demre and want to do the Swim with Dolphins & Dolphin Show Combo? Here's exactly what that looks like. The pickup point sits roughly 127.8 km away, an estimated 159-minute transfer, with hotel pickup in the 07:30 β 09:00 window. The tour runs Full Day and costs β¬170 per person. Right now the sea is around 21Β°C with high crowds β Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather.. About staying in Demre: Demre is the home of ancient Myra and the historical Saint Nicholas β the bishop who inspired Santa Claus. Its compact area packs a famous church, dramatic rock-cut tombs and a Roman theatre, with access to the Kekova sunken city. Nearby you'll find Church of St. Nicholas, Myra Rock Tombs, Andriake / Myra Museum. Demre is about 145 km southwest of Antalya Airport (AYT), roughly a 2β2.5 hour drive along the coast; it is often combined with KaΕ and Kekova. From our guides on the ground: Our premium experience β a supervised chance to touch, interact and swim with dolphins, with experienced handlers guiding each session. Sessions run to a schedule, so punctuality at pickup matters to keep your slot. Bring swimwear, a towel and a waterproof camera if you want photos in the water. Because the price reflects the close interaction, it's best booked in advance. A standout for families and couples after a once-in-a-trip memory rather than a budget day out.
About Demre
Demre is the home of ancient Myra and the historical Saint Nicholas β the bishop who inspired Santa Claus. Its compact area packs a famous church, dramatic rock-cut tombs and a Roman theatre, with access to the Kekova sunken city.
What to see near Demre
Church of St. Nicholas β The Byzantine church in Demre where Saint Nicholas β the original Santa Claus β served as bishop and was buried. Myra Rock Tombs β A cliff face honeycombed with elaborate Lycian house-style tombs, above a well-preserved Roman theatre. Andriake / Myra Museum β The ancient harbour of Myra with a granary of Hadrian and a museum of Lycian civilisation. Kekova Sunken City β Submerged ancient ruins reached by boat from nearby ΓΓ§aΔΔ±z, on the shore of Kekova island.
Local tips
β’ Visit the Church of St. Nicholas and the Myra tombs together β they are minutes apart. β’ Kekova boats leave from ΓΓ§aΔΔ±z/Andriake near Demre, not from the town centre. β’ Demre is inland of its beaches; allow extra time to reach the harbour.
From our team on the ground
Our premium experience β a supervised chance to touch, interact and swim with dolphins, with experienced handlers guiding each session. Sessions run to a schedule, so punctuality at pickup matters to keep your slot. Bring swimwear, a towel and a waterproof camera if you want photos in the water. Because the price reflects the close interaction, it's best booked in advance. A standout for families and couples after a once-in-a-trip memory rather than a budget day out.
Highlights
What's included
- Hotel Transfer (Both Ways)
- Swimming Session
- Full Insurance
- Entrance Fee
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Swim with Dolphins & Dolphin Show Combo from Demre?
The departure point is about 127.8 km from Demre, an estimated 159-minute drive.
What time is hotel pickup from Demre?
Pickup from Demre hotels is typically in the 07:30 β 09:00 window.
How much does the Swim with Dolphins & Dolphin Show Combo cost?
β¬170 per person.
Is hotel pickup included from Demre?
Yes β round-trip hotel transfer from Demre is included.
What's the weather and sea like for this tour now?
Right now the sea is around 21Β°C with high crowds β Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather..
What else is Demre known for?
Demre is known for Church of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus), ancient Myra rock tombs, Roman theatre, Kekova access.
Why is Demre famous?
Demre is the ancient city of Myra and the home of Saint Nicholas β the bishop who inspired Santa Claus β alongside striking Lycian rock tombs and a Roman theatre.
Traveller reviews
Our youngest decided at the last minute that he only wanted to watch, and the staff handled it kindly instead of pressuring him... My older daughter swam and came out completely speechless. The show beforehand helped everyone relax before the interaction. It felt clean, organized, and memorable.
The dolphin pushed my daughter gently through the water and she came out speechless.
Our youngest was too shy to swim, but loved watching the show and meeting the dolphins after.
Not something we would do every trip, but as a one-off holiday memory it was brilliant.
This was the most emotional thing we did with our daughter. The trainer explained where she should place her hands, waited until she was ready, and never made her feel rushed. The actual swim wasnt long, but it felt carefully supervised and really special. It is expensive, but for us it became the memory of the holiday.
The staff kept explaining what would happen next, so nobody felt lost.