Manavgat Tours

Köprülü Canyon National Park

Köprülü Canyon National Park, which is located within the boundaries of Manavgat and Beşkonak, is 125 km from Alanya and 70 km from Antalya.Köprülü Canyon National Park is one of the indispensable points of walking lovers with its rich endemic vegetation and magnificent nature. Many different hiking routes have been found in the Köprülü Canyon National Park and those who walk in the park can see interesting rock formations, people rafting in the canyon and some ancient cities.

Bungalows and treehouses built on the edge of the Köprülü canyon provide accommodation and food and drink and you may also camp there. Köprülü canyon can be reached by a private vehicle, you may also get off in the Köprülü Canyon – Beşkonak junction just before Manavgat if you’re coming from Antalya direction and get on the Beşkonak minibus. Those who come from Alanya direction have to get off at the junction of Beşkonak at the Köprülü canyon Beşkonak junction after passing 30 km from Manavgat.

Manavgat Boat tour

This tour on the Manavgat River starts from Manavgat to Manavgat waterfall and then to Manavgat Strait where the Manavgat River meets the sea. During swimming breaks, you can swim in both saltwater and ice-cold freshwater. Lunch is also provided on the boat tour which lasts approximately four hours.

Manavgat River and Manavgat Strait

There are also two dams on the Manavgat River, where boat tours take place in the middle of the city. The Manavgat River, which has a total length of 93 km, provided water to the city of Side in ancient times. Manavgat River, which also hosts many fish, bird and water turtle species, is a symbol of the city. There are also areas suitable for picnic and camping around the city of Manavgat which keeps pace with the nature around it with its green colour. Those who want to walk along the river can take walks. Manavgat River flows 2.5 km parallel to the sea and then flows into the sea. The area where freshwater and saltwater meet is called Manavgat Strait. The boat tour companies take a break at this point and give their guests the opportunity to swim in both fresh and saltwater. Those who want to reach this point can also reach by road. Those who come to Manavgat are recommended to see this place.

Manavgat Jeep Safari tour
Many agencies in Manavat organize a Jeep safari tour. Those wishing to participate in the tour must book in advance or buy a ticket. The jeep safari tour usually starts between 09:00 and 10:00 and ends at 17:00 in the evening. Before starting the tour, participants are informed about the tour.

The tour points include the historical aqueducts of the ancient Roman period, the ancient city of Seleucia, Manavgat waterfall, Manavgat dam lake, orchards.
The tour starts with a visit to the Roman aqueducts and then continues through the forest area on the foothills of the Taurus Mountains and resting, swimming and lunch breaks are given at several different points.
Following the guide’s recommendations during the tour will ensure that your tour is comfortable, safe and cheerful.

Manavgat Rafting Tour

There are different options for those who want to do rafting. The most preferred of these is rafting tour from Köprülü Canyon. Tourists will get very wet and cool under the supervision of professional rafting instructors. Participants will be able to fully feel the adrenaline in this tour, which is open to everyone from the age of seven. The rafting difficulty level for Köprülü canyon is 1 and 2 out of 4 and the length of the canyon is approximately 14 km. Wonderful nature and mountain view are waiting for the participants. Held every day during the summer season, rafting is a perfect option to spend an unforgettable day.

When rafting you should remember to:
Wear suitable clothes for a rafting tour.
Apply sunscreen before the tour to avoid being affected by the sun due to the weather temperature.
Not remove the life jacket and helmet during the rafting period.
Rafting in groups instead of individual rafting.
You should absolutely be aware of the boat you ride and do not raft on the tracks that exceed your boat’s characteristics.
Follow the rules during the rafting period.     

Manavgat Jeep Safari tour

Many agencies in Manavat organize a Jeep safari tour. Those wishing to participate in the tour must book in advance or buy a ticket. The jeep safari tour usually starts between 09:00 and 10:00 and ends at 17:00 in the evening. Before starting the tour, participants are informed about the tour.

The tour points include the historical aqueducts of the ancient Roman period, the ancient city of Seleucia, Manavgat waterfall, Manavgat dam lake, orchards.
The tour starts with a visit to the Roman aqueducts and then continues through the forest area on the foothills of the Taurus Mountains and resting, swimming and lunch breaks are given at several different points.
Following the guide’s recommendations during the tour will ensure that your tour is comfortable, safe and cheerful.

Manavgat ATV safari tour

The ATV can be described as a four-wheeled motorcycle. The quad bike, which is described as a four-wheeled motorcycle, is very simple to use and the gas and braking systems should be known. Before the tour, the vehicle is introduced to the participants and a test drive is made. This is a tour for people over the age of 16. 

Adrenaline enthusiasts and those who want to spend a different day who want to participate in a preferred activity must comply with the specified conditions. The required conditions and the rules to be followed during the tour are explained to the participants before the tour.This tour is done on the slopes of the mountains, partly in the forest area and on the roads used as Off-Road. Since short breaks will be provided during the tour, participants are advised to bring suitable clothes by calculating that they will pass through dusty, muddy and water-filled streams and rivers. During the three-hour tour, it is recommended to use sunscreen, goggles and a hat to protect against the effects of the sun.

Manavgat scuba diving tour

Anyone above the age of 10 with or without experience can join the scuba diving tour accompanied by professional instructors. The scuba dives usually consist of two stages, before and afternoon. The diving equipment is completely covered by the tour organizer and for the first time, the diver can usually dive to 3-4 meters and then dive into deeper waters. It is possible to see interesting underwater plant species, different underwater life and coral reefs during this activity which is held every day in summer.

The most important dive site is Side Underwater Museum. This is the second-largest underwater museum in the world. 117 sculptures are open to diving lovers. There is an environment for sunbathing on the boat and it is recommended to bring towels, sun cream, sunglasses and extra clothing. For those who want diving courses, Side offers diving courses and night diving tours are organized for those who wish.

Manavgat-Alanya Submarine tour

Submarine tour has been added to the list of activities that can be done in Alanya with the effect of developing tourism. Participants are informed about the tour and the location before and during the tour, which can be held at six different times of the day. The duration of the tour is one hour and it is possible to take pictures and videos from the submarine window during the tour. Everyone can participate in this tour without any age limit and those who want to participate in the tour must buy their tickets in advance.

Horseback Riding Tour at Manavgat

This tour is one of the activities that can be done in the morning and afternoon and the participants see Side and its surroundings on horses. Participants of this tour, which is partly made in the forest area, are recommended to bring hats, sunglasses and sun cream with them.

Paragliding in Alanya

There are a lot of places in Turkey you may experience paragliding and Antalya is one of them. Paragliding, which is an adrenaline-laden sport, is made in Alanya at 700 meters high Yassi Hill or 950 meters high Cebeli Mountain. Paragliding without any age limitation is performed in tandem with professional pilots. You can watch Alanya’s unique view from the air by staying in the air for approximately twenty minutes and those who wish can take their own photos or videos. For those who do not have a camera, pilots also offer video shooting. After a unique experience in the air, you land in the world-famous Cleopatra beach or Mahmutlar beach.

Paragliding must be booked in advance. After booking, those who want to jump on the same day or on a specified day are taken from their hotels and taken to the area where the jump will be performed with jeeps. It is recommended that those who wish to paraglide should obtain information about what kind of clothes to wear before the jump.

Cappadocia tour from Manavgat

For those who want to see Cappadocia, which is included in the UNESCO world heritage list, Cappadocia tours are organized on a daily, two-day or three-day basis. Since there is not enough time in a day tour, a two-day Cappadocia tour is generally recommended for those who have a lot of time. Located approximately 480 km from Manavgat, Cappadocia means eski Beautiful Horses Country in the ancient language.

This region, which consists of hundreds of buildings that seem to have been specially carved by the erosion of the rocks, is flooded with visitors from all over the world. It is possible to see many different points during the tour. Devrent Valley, Paşabağı, Göreme open-air museum, rock houses, Uçhisar Castle, Pigeon Valley, Lover’s valley, Pottery workshop, Avanos, Derinkuyu underground city are among these points. Visitors can also visit different points on different routes.  

Pamukkale tour from Manavgat

here is also the possibility to see Pamukkale for guests coming to Manavat on holiday. Also known as a cultural tour, the participants have the opportunity to see one of the oldest thermal cities in the world. Pamukkale, which is approximately 315 km away from Manavgat, welcomes visitors with a magnificent view.

Pamukkale, incorporating many different thermal waters between 35 to 100 ° C, is among the points to definitely be seen in Turkey. Those who visit Pamukkale can also see the ancient city of Hierapolis and those who want to swim in the Cleopatra pool for a fee or walk on the walking path that is arranged for visitors. Visiting points include the ancient city of Hierapolis, the historic theatre, the archaeological museum, the red water, the Cleopatra pool and the stunning Pamukkale travertines.

Ephesus Tour from Manavgat

This tour, which is arranged for those who want to see Ephesus while on holiday in Manavgat, is usually a 2-day or a longer tour For those who have a lot of time, they usually participate in long-term Ephesus tours. For those who wish to take part in this tour, there are package tours covering both Pamukkale and Ephesus.

The distance between Manavgat and Ephesus is approximately 480 km. Celsus Library, Ephesus Antique Theater, Ephesus Antique Toilets, Kuretler Street, Saint John Church, Hadrian Temple, Ancient City Odeon, Harbor Street, Ancient City Of Dominatius Square, Ephesus Museum.

Kekova-Demre tour from Manavgat

This tour, which is 250 km away from Manavgat, is done daily and starts early in the day. Participants are usually taken from their hotels at three a.m. (03:00) and the tour starts.

Participants of the tour have the chance to see the Kekova Island which is the largest island of Turkey with no settlement on it, the sunken city around the Kekova Island, the rock tombs, Myra Ancient City, the famous Roman theatre and the church of Saint Nicholas in Myra, they also participate in one and a half-hour boat tour of Kekova. Rest and swimming breaks are also provided during the tour.

Aquarium tour from Manavgat to Antalya

Antalya Aquarium Vigo Tours, one of the largest aquariums in the world, is visited in this daily tour. There are 40 thematic aquariums, the world’s longest tunnel aquarium 13 meters long and 3 meters wide in the Antalya aquarium. During the visit, you can see the real snow world and ice museum, Wildpark and Oceanrid e cinema.

This aquarium, home to thousands of different fish species, is made up of real-sized remains of planes, ships and submarines and has the largest coral reef decoration in the world. If you’d like to you can swim with sharks and stingrays in a completely safe environment.