Rafting in Turkey
Turkey hosts many
rivers which are suitable for
rafting . Especially Coruh River, the Manavgat River, Melen river , the Dim Brook , Alara Stream and the Dalaman River are the
most known and popular ones among many
more others.
Last few years these
rivers were prepared and made suitable for rafting, now rafting activities are possible to be
done all around the year in these rivers. Many foreigners and professionals are only
coming Turkey only because of the great river conditions for rafting.
A "Canoeing and
Rafting Federation" was founded in Turkey after this activity has become a widespread , popular sport
in Turkey.
Travel agencies which are
only have profession in rafting organizes various types of tours( daily ,
weekly etc.). If you are interested in extreme sports or get bored from the
boring daily life activities you can consult one of these travel agencies and enjoy
the unique experiences of rafting in Turkey.
Rafting tours are made
with professional guides and any equipment
needed provided by the organizators.
Here is a sample for a
daily rafting tour in Alanya ;
Pick up from the hotel
Getting to the office of
travel agency in koprulu kanyon
Information and instructions for rafting
Transfer to the start point
Paddling untill passing
the first Rapid
Break time in Bugrum kopru after the first rapid ( Free time for swimming in crystal
water and green nature )
Lunch at 1.00 p.m
After the lunch starting the second lap
Getting to finish point
around 16:30
Transfer back to hotels
* Guiding services, equipments, lunch, drinks and insurace are included in
tour prices.