Sapadere Canyon Jeep Safari from Avsallar – Cave, Village & Waterfalls
Swap the beach for the mountains east of Alanya: from Avsallar a jeep convoy climbs past banana groves and a mountain village to Sapadere Canyon, where a wooden walkway follows the gorge to waterfalls and icy natural pools.
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Operating days
- Daily
- Pickup
- From your hotel – time confirmed after booking
- Destination
- Alanya
Avsallar – Sapadere
We confirm your exact pickup time after booking. Sapadere lies on the far side of Alanya, so this is one of the earlier starts from Avsallar: the route runs east along the coast, through the town and on towards Demirtaş, before the jeeps leave the main road and head up into the Taurus foothills.
The first stop is among the banana plantations, with the coast spread out below. Next comes the Dwarves Cave, a small limestone cave you can visit if you like (the entrance is paid separately), and a short break in the village of Sapadere itself. Between the stops the jeeps take turns soaking each other – the driver will warn you, but phones belong in a bag. Lunch is grilled chicken with salad and pasta or rice, with grilled fish as an option. The afternoon belongs to the canyon: a boardwalk and steps follow the stream past small waterfalls to natural pools, and there is time to swim if you can face water of around 12 °C. In the late afternoon the convoy heads back to the coast and drops you at your hotel in Avsallar.
What to bring
- Non-slip shoes: the wooden paths and steps in the canyon are often wet.
- Swimwear and a towel if you want to try the pools.
- A waterproof pouch for your phone and camera during the water fights.
- Some cash for drinks and the cave entrance.
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Avsallar, the jeep safari with a guide, lunch and the canyon entrance are included; you pay on the tour day. Prefer a jeep day with a boat ride? Have a look at the Green Canyon jeep safari from Avsallar.
Highlights
- Open-top 4x4 Land Rover safari
- 360 m canyon boardwalk with waterfalls
- Swim in ice-cold natural pools (about 12°C)
- Sapadere village and banana plantations
- Optional Dwarves Cave visit
- Lunch with grilled-fish option and water fights
Hotel pickup from Avsallar
Pickup times depend on where your hotel is and change from season to season, so we confirm your exact pickup time by WhatsApp or e-mail after booking. Please be ready at the hotel entrance 5 minutes early.
Hotels we pick up from in Avsallar
- Rubi Platinum Spa Resort & Suites
- Alan Xafira Deluxe Resort & Spa
- Vikingen Infinity Resort & Spa
- AQI Pegasos Royal
- Senza The Inn Resort & Spa
- White City Resort Hotel
- Haydarpasha Palace
- Yalihan Una
- Ramira Beach Hotel
- Selene Beach & Spa Hotel
- Arabella World Hotel
- Pegasos Club Hotel
- Miarosa Incekum Beach
- Yalihan Aspendos
- Annabella Diamond Hotel & Spa
- Annabella Park Hotel
Your hotel is not on the list? No problem – just tell us its name when booking and we will arrange your pickup.
Itinerary
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Hotel pickup
Pickup from your hotel in Avsallar – we confirm the exact time after booking.
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Banana plantations
Panoramic break with views over the coast.
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Dwarves Cave
Optional visit to the limestone cave (entrance €3).
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Sapadere village
Short stop in the mountain village.
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Water games
Water fights between the jeeps.
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Lunch
Grilled chicken, salad, pasta or rice – grilled fish as an option.
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Sapadere Canyon
Boardwalk, waterfalls and time to swim in the natural pools.
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Hotel drop-off
Transfer back to your hotel in Avsallar.
Included / Not included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Alanya area
- Jeep safari and guide
- Lunch (grilled chicken, salad, pasta or rice)
- Sapadere Canyon entrance fee
Not included
- Drinks
- Dwarves Cave entrance (€3)
- Open-top jeep upgrade (+€5 per person)
- Personal expenses
Good to know
Good to know
- The canyon water is cold (around 12°C).
- Wooden paths and stairs can be wet and slippery – wear non-slip shoes.
- Not suitable for guests with serious back or mobility problems.
- Protect phones and cameras during the water fights.
What to bring
- Swimwear, shorts and a towel
- Non-slip shoes for wet wooden paths
- Water shoes or sandals for the pools
- Sunscreen and a hat for the open jeep
- A light jacket and cash for drinks
Frequently asked questions
How far is Sapadere from Avsallar?
The canyon lies in the mountains east of Alanya, roughly 70 km from Avsallar; with the stops on the way you arrive there in the early afternoon.
Is the water really that cold?
Yes – the pools are fed by mountain water and stay at around 12 °C even in summer. A quick dip is refreshing, but nobody has to go in.
Who is this tour not suitable for?
Guests with serious back or mobility problems: the jeep tracks are bumpy, and the canyon has steps and wet paths.
Will I get wet in the jeep?
Very likely – water fights between the jeeps are part of the day. Keep phones and cameras in a waterproof pouch.
