The semi submarine underwater safari from Marmaris is a relaxed day tour for anyone curious about life beneath the waves but not keen to dive. The vessel is built with a glass-walled lower hull that sits below the waterline, so you can watch the seabed, rocks and fish from a dry seat, then climb to the sunny top deck to enjoy the coastline of the Marmaris bay.
A semi submarine is a hybrid between a boat and a submarine: the upper part floats like a normal excursion boat, while the observation cabin stays just below the surface. This gives a clear, calm view of the sea floor and its inhabitants, and nobody needs any experience or special equipment. Marmaris lies where the Aegean meets the Mediterranean, and its sheltered, pine-fringed bay is known for clear water.
Lunch is served on board at about 12:30. You choose one main dish from grilled sea bass, grilled sea bream, meatballs, chicken curry, chicken shish kebab or a grilled chicken breast, each served with chips and salad. Hotel transfers in Marmaris are included. Remember a towel, sun cream, sunglasses and a swimsuit. As a daily excursion it suits families perfectly, and this underwater day trip is one of the gentlest ways to enjoy the sea on a daily Marmaris tour.
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Semi Submarine Underwater Safari Programme Your day begins with a pickup from your hotel in Marmaris in an air-conditioned vehicle, which brings you to the harbour where the semi submarine is waiting. Once aboard, you head out into the bay and take turns in the lower observation cabin, where wide windows below the waterline reveal the seabed, rocky reefs and the fish that live around them, all without getting wet or needing any diving skills. Between viewings you are free to go up to the top deck, where sunbeds are available for every guest, and simply relax as you would on a classic boat trip, enjoying the sea breeze and the views of the wooded hills and coves surrounding Marmaris. Around 12:30 lunch is served on board: pick one main course from sea bass or sea bream from the grill, meatballs, chicken curry, chicken shish kebab or grilled chicken breast, accompanied by chips and a fresh salad. After an unhurried afternoon on the water, the boat returns to port and you are driven back to your hotel. Bring a towel, sun cream, sunglasses and a swimsuit for a comfortable day.
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