Green Canyon Tour: from Side vs from Belek
The Green Canyon Tour can be picked up from both Side and Belek. The tour itself is identical (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, β¬45 per person) β the real difference is the transfer. From Side it's about 0 km (~10 min); from Belek it's about 28.8 km (~36 min). If you want less time on the road, Side is the shorter run. Operator note: A calmer, scenery-led boat day on the emerald OymapΔ±nar reservoir rather than open sea, so the water is flat and good for nervous swimmers. We cruise the 14 km canyon with swimming breaks in cool, clear green water β it's noticeably colder than the sea, which is refreshing in high summer. Bring a towel, sunscreen and a light cover-up for the shaded sections. Photography is excellent throughout. Best for couples, families and anyone wanting nature over nightlife.
From our team on the ground
A calmer, scenery-led boat day on the emerald OymapΔ±nar reservoir rather than open sea, so the water is flat and good for nervous swimmers. We cruise the 14 km canyon with swimming breaks in cool, clear green water β it's noticeably colder than the sea, which is refreshing in high summer. Bring a towel, sunscreen and a light cover-up for the shaded sections. Photography is excellent throughout. Best for couples, families and anyone wanting nature over nightlife.
Highlights
What's included
- Free hotel transfer service
- Lunch
- Professional guide
- Insurance
- Boat trip in canyon
- Visiting attractions
- Foam party
Frequently asked questions
Is the Green Canyon Tour cheaper from Side or Belek?
The tour price is the same (β¬45 per person) from both; only the transfer length differs.
Which has the shorter transfer?
Side β 10 minutes versus 36 minutes.
Traveller reviews
Pickup route took time because of other hotels, but the canyon itself was worth seeing.
Nice day for couples. Less noise, more scenery, and enough time to just sit and look around.
The lake felt peaceful even with other boats around. We came back properly relaxed.
The pickup route took longer than we expected because there were several hotels, but the canyon itself was worth the slow start. The lake color is beautiful, especially in the narrower sections. Lunch was simple, and shaded seats on the boat filled quickly. I would still recommend it for a calmer nature day.
Good value nature trip. Bring a towel if you plan to swim.
My wife gets tired of busy excursions, and this was the one she enjoyed most. There was time to sit, swim, take photos, and actually relax without being pushed into activities. The guide gave a little information but mostly let the scenery do the work. It was exactly what we needed mid-holiday.