When planning a family vacation, "I wonder if children can do this activity too?" The question comes to all of our minds. Family-friendly water sports options in Kemer are quite wide; With the right activity, you can make your child experience one of the best memories of his life. In this guide, you will find activities suitable for age groups and things you need to pay attention to.
Water Sports by Age Groups
Ages 3-6
In this age range, light activities that come into contact with water are recommended instead of direct water sports:
- Family boat tour: Pirate ship tours (animated, with music) are ideal for this age.
- Beach games: There are swimming areas with inflatable toys on the Kuğulu Park beach.
- Glass bottom boat: Children explore the sea world by watching fish.
Ages 7-12
Children can now participate in more active water sports with their parents:
- Banana Boat: Safe from age 7 with parent; soft landing and takeoff.
- Mable (Ringo): Children over the age of 7 can ride with their parents. If balanced driving is preferred, the pleasure is double.
- Parasailing (triple): Can fly from the age of 6 with the combination of parent + child + parent.
- Boat tour + swimming break: Phaselis or Suluada tour is unforgettable for children.
Ages 13-17
Teens can do many activities almost like adults:
- Jet ski (passenger): From the age of 8, can sit in the back under parental control; He/she cannot ride alone until the age of 18.
- Water skiing: Can start with an instructor from the age of 12.
- Flyboard: From the age of 16 — as it requires physical strength.
- Scuba diving course: Eligible for PADI Junior Open Water certification from age 10.
7 Golden Rules When Doing Water Sports with Children
Family Package Suggestions
Half day adventure package: Banana Boat + Parasailing (triple) + Phaselis visit — 3 hours.
Full day sea package: Speedboat tour of 3 islands + lunch + swimming breaks — 6 hours.
Romantic family day: Pirate ship tour (including breakfast/lunch) — 6 hours.
What to Do If Your Child Gets Scared During Water Sports?
If your child becomes scared and starts crying before or after the activity begins, tell the instructor immediately — reputable businesses will stop the activity, provide a refund, or offer a milder alternative. Continuing without caring about the child's fear can create permanent fear in the child.
As Kemer Watersports, we offer a child-friendly infrastructure: special-sized life jackets, child-friendly instructors, family packages and flexible cancellation policy. We are here to make your holiday unforgettable for your family.
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