Experience 8 hours of pure adrenaline on this Side Koprulu Canyon Rafting Tour. Paddle through 14 km of thrilling rapids with professional guides. Hotel transfer, full safety gear, and a delicious riverside lunch are all included. Perfect for families and adventure seekers!
Get ready for the ultimate adrenaline rush with the Side Koprulu Canyon Rafting Tour! Pick up from your Side hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle sets the tone for a perfect day in nature. After a scenic 1-hour drive, you will arrive at the meeting point in Beskonak.
Here, you will be fitted with international-standard safety gear, including helmets and life jackets. Following a fun and comprehensive safety briefing from our certified guides, you will board 2-person or 10-person inflatable rafts and hit the 14 km course. Expect thrilling rapids, stunning canyon views, and epic water fights with other rafts!
The route includes a scenic stop near the historic Roman Bridge for swimming and photos. After working up an appetite, refuel with a delicious, freshly prepared lunch at our riverside facility. At the end of the adventure, changing facilities are provided before your comfortable transfer back to your hotel, leaving you with unforgettable memories.
Highlights
Navigate 14 km of exciting and scenic rapids in Koprulu Canyon.
Enjoy a delicious, refreshing lunch served right by the river.
Hassle-free experience with included round-trip hotel transfers.
Itinerary
08:30Hotel pickup from Side region resorts
09:30Arrival at Beskonak meeting point
10:00Safety gear distribution and guide briefing
10:30Transfer to starting point and 1st rafting section (5 km)
12:00Swimming and photo break near the historic Roman Bridge
13:00Delicious riverside lunch break
14:302nd rafting section with fun water fights
16:00End of rafting, changing facilities, and rest
16:30Departure for return hotel transfer
17:30Approximate arrival back at your hotel
Activity details
The 14 km course takes approximately 3 hours of active river time. The water is spring-fed, keeping it refreshingly cool (15-20°C) year-round. Non-swimmers are completely safe thanks to mandatory life jackets and constant guide supervision.
Round-trip hotel pickup and drop-off in air-conditioned vehicles
International standard safety equipment (helmet, life jacket, paddle)
Professional and certified rafting guides
Delicious open-buffet or plated lunch by the river
Travel health insurance
Not included
Beverages at the river or restaurant
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Professional photo and video service (optional, extra charge)
Water shoes or wetsuits (optional, extra charge)
Pickup and return
We pick you up at your hotel's main gate at the time listed for your area. If your area is not listed, message us on WhatsApp.
Pickup area
Time
Side
Colakli
Evrenseki
Kumkoy
Kizilagac
Kizilot
Sorgun
Titreyengol
Gundogdu
Cenger
Orensehir
Typical time back at your hotel: 17:30.
Is this tour right for you?
Best for
Families with kids
Couples
Adventure seekers
Not ideal for
Mobility restricted
Very young children
Serious heart / back / neck conditions
Know before you go
You will get completely wet; this is part of the fun! Keep valuables in a waterproof bag.
Not suitable for guests with serious heart, back, or neck conditions, or pregnant women.
Children aged 0-5 are free but do not get a separate seat on the bus (they sit on an adult's lap).
Guides reserve the right to slightly alter the route based on river flow or weather conditions for safety.
A catch cannot be guaranteed; results depend on weather, season and fish activity.
What to bring
Swimsuit or shorts and a t-shirt (clothes that can get wet)
Towel and a complete set of dry clothes for after the tour
Waterproof phone case or dry bag
Sunscreen and a hat
Water shoes or old, non-slip sneakers (recommended)
Local knowledge
The calm section right below the ancient Roman Bridge offers the absolute best photo opportunities for families. Pro tip: bringing a small water gun gives you a fun advantage during the inter-raft water fights!
Your safety and enjoyment are our top priorities. Our team knows every twist and turn of this river, allowing you to fully relax, scream, and enjoy the raw beauty of the canyon.
Emre Yilmaz, Head Rafting Guide
Questions about this tour
Can non-swimmers join the rafting tour?
Absolutely! Everyone is provided with a high-quality life jacket, and professional guides are in every boat to ensure your safety at all times.
Will we get completely wet?
Epic water fights between rafts are a highlight of the tour. Bringing a change of dry clothes is a must.
What is the age limit for children?
Children aged 6 and above can safely participate under adult supervision. Children aged 0-5 join for free but do not receive a separate bus seat.
About your operator
SideKickTours is a licensed local tour operator based in Side and Manavgat, Antalya.
