Köprülü Canyon Rafting from Turkler
Leave Turkler in the morning for 14 km of rafting in Köprülü Canyon: experienced skippers, full safety gear, swim stops in the cool Köprüçay and lunch by the river – back in Turkler in the late afternoon.
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Operating days
- Daily
- Pickup
- 08:40–08:45
- Destination
- Köprülü Canyon
From Turkler to Köprülü Canyon
Köprülü Canyon National Park lies in the Taurus Mountains north of Manavgat. Our minibus collects you at 08:40 from hotels in the Senza, Eftalia and Long Beach area and at 08:45 in the Lonicera, Green Fugla and Adin area, then picks up guests in Avsallar, Incekum and Okurcalar and heads west towards the canyon. The drive from Turkler to the rafting base takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, the last part through the Köprüçay valley.
At the base you get a helmet, life jacket and paddle, and after a short safety briefing you board the rafts. The roughly 14 km route is split into sections: in the lively rapids the whole team paddles together, in the calm stretches you can jump in and swim, and you pass the historic Roman bridge that gave the canyon its name. Lunch – chicken, rice and salad – is served at a riverside restaurant. After the last rapids you change into dry clothes and can look at the photos and videos before the drive back to Turkler.
Tips if you stay in Turkler
- Wear shoes that can get wet and stay on your feet – flip-flops are not allowed on the raft.
- Bring a change of clothes, a towel and sunscreen.
- Leave valuables at the hotel; there are lockers at the base.
- Drinks are not included, so bring some cash.
Pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Turkler are included, and you pay on the tour day. Want even more action in one day? See the rafting, buggy and zipline combo from Turkler.
Highlights
- About 14 km of white-water rafting on the Köprüçay
- Köprülü Canyon National Park scenery
- Historic Roman stone bridge
- Swimming stops in crystal-clear river water
- Professional skippers and full safety gear
- Traditional lunch at a riverside restaurant
Pickup times from Turkler
| Where you stay | Pickup |
|---|---|
| Lonicera, Green Fugla, Adin area | 08:45 |
| Senza, Eftalia, Long Beach area | 08:40 |
These are our usual pickup times. We confirm your exact time by WhatsApp or e-mail after booking – please wait at the hotel entrance 5 minutes early.
Hotels we pick up from in Turkler
- Wyndham Alanya
- Armas Green Fugla
- Venessa Beach Hotel
- Numa Bay Exclusive Hotel
- Mary Hotel Alanya
- Alaiye Resort & Spa Hotel
- Aydinbey Gold Dreams
- Kahya Hotel
- My Home Resort
- Lonicera Premium
- Kandelor Hotel
- Silence Beach Resort
- Eflina Resort Hotel & Spa
- Lonicera Resort
- Adin Resort Hotel
- Club Sun Paradise Hotel
- Loft's Alanya Luna
- Justiniano Beach
- Seda Holiday
- Esma Apart Hotel
- Granada Luxury Red
- Club Sun Heaven
- Club Hotel Ruza
- Alaiye Kleopatra Hotel
- Kleopatra Micador 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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08:40–08:45
Hotel pickup
Pickup from your hotel in Turkler – see the pickup times above.
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10:00
Rafting base
Arrival in Köprülü Canyon, equipment and safety briefing.
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10:30
First rafting section
Rapids, calm stretches and swimming stops.
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12:30
Riverside lunch
Traditional lunch at a restaurant by the river.
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13:30
Second rafting section
More rapids and the Roman bridge area.
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15:30
Photos & return
Change clothes, view photos and videos, start the return.
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18:00
Hotel drop-off
Arrival time depends on your area.
Included / Not included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional rafting equipment (helmet, life jacket, paddle)
- Expert rafting skipper and safety briefing
- Traditional lunch
- Insurance
Not included
- Drinks
- Photos and videos of the rafting
- Personal expenses
Good to know
Good to know
- The river water is cold even in summer – a refreshing experience.
- Please tell us the ages of children when booking.
- Not recommended for pregnant women or guests with serious heart or back problems.
- Leave valuables at the hotel; lockers are available at the base.
What to bring
- Swimwear worn under your clothes
- Towel and a full set of dry clothes
- Shoes that can get wet (sports sandals or old trainers)
- Sunscreen
- Cash for drinks and photos
Frequently asked questions
What time is the rafting pickup in Turkler?
At 08:40 from hotels in the Senza, Eftalia and Long Beach area and at 08:45 in the Lonicera, Green Fugla and Adin area. We confirm your exact time by WhatsApp or e-mail after booking.
How long is the drive from Turkler to Köprülü Canyon?
About 1 hour 45 minutes, including the other hotel pickups. The minibus follows the coast through Avsallar, Incekum and Okurcalar and then climbs to the canyon via Manavgat.
I have never been rafting – can I join?
Yes. Every raft has an experienced skipper, everything is explained before you start and the route is suitable for beginners.
When will I be back in Turkler?
The return depends on traffic; you are usually back at your hotel in the late afternoon or early evening.
Are photos and videos included?
No. If you like the photos and videos taken by the professional team, you can buy them at the base.
