Rafting and Zipline Tour from Demre — Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Demre and want to do the Rafting and Zipline Tour? Here's exactly what that looks like. The pickup point sits roughly 127.8 km away, an estimated 159-minute transfer, with hotel pickup in the 07:30 – 09:00 window. The tour runs 08:00–17:00 and costs €25 per person. Right now the sea is around 21°C with high crowds — Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather.. About staying in Demre: Demre is the home of ancient Myra and the historical Saint Nicholas — the bishop who inspired Santa Claus. Its compact area packs a famous church, dramatic rock-cut tombs and a Roman theatre, with access to the Kekova sunken city. Nearby you'll find Church of St. Nicholas, Myra Rock Tombs, Andriake / Myra Museum. Demre is about 145 km southwest of Antalya Airport (AYT), roughly a 2–2.5 hour drive along the coast; it is often combined with Kaş and Kekova. From our guides on the ground: A well-priced adventure pairing 14 km of white-water rafting with a zipline across the canyon — a good introduction to both for first-timers. You will get wet on the rafting, so bring swimwear, a towel and a dry change; secure footwear helps on the slippery banks. The zipline is run by the on-site team with full safety gear and a briefing. Best for active couples, families with older children and groups looking for a thrill without needing experience.
About Demre
Demre is the home of ancient Myra and the historical Saint Nicholas — the bishop who inspired Santa Claus. Its compact area packs a famous church, dramatic rock-cut tombs and a Roman theatre, with access to the Kekova sunken city.
What to see near Demre
Church of St. Nicholas — The Byzantine church in Demre where Saint Nicholas — the original Santa Claus — served as bishop and was buried. Myra Rock Tombs — A cliff face honeycombed with elaborate Lycian house-style tombs, above a well-preserved Roman theatre. Andriake / Myra Museum — The ancient harbour of Myra with a granary of Hadrian and a museum of Lycian civilisation. Kekova Sunken City — Submerged ancient ruins reached by boat from nearby Üçağız, on the shore of Kekova island.
Local tips
• Visit the Church of St. Nicholas and the Myra tombs together — they are minutes apart. • Kekova boats leave from Üçağız/Andriake near Demre, not from the town centre. • Demre is inland of its beaches; allow extra time to reach the harbour.
From our team on the ground
A well-priced adventure pairing 14 km of white-water rafting with a zipline across the canyon — a good introduction to both for first-timers. You will get wet on the rafting, so bring swimwear, a towel and a dry change; secure footwear helps on the slippery banks. The zipline is run by the on-site team with full safety gear and a briefing. Best for active couples, families with older children and groups looking for a thrill without needing experience.
Highlights
What's included
- Transfer from/to hotel
- Insurance
- Guide services
- Equipment
- Lunch
- Zipline
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Rafting and Zipline Tour from Demre?
The departure point is about 127.8 km from Demre, an estimated 159-minute drive.
What time is hotel pickup from Demre?
Pickup from Demre hotels is typically in the 07:30 – 09:00 window.
How much does the Rafting and Zipline Tour cost?
€25 per person.
Is hotel pickup included from Demre?
Yes — round-trip hotel transfer from Demre is included.
What's the weather and sea like for this tour now?
Right now the sea is around 21°C with high crowds — Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather..
What else is Demre known for?
Demre is known for Church of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus), ancient Myra rock tombs, Roman theatre, Kekova access.
Why is Demre famous?
Demre is the ancient city of Myra and the home of Saint Nicholas — the bishop who inspired Santa Claus — alongside striking Lycian rock tombs and a Roman theatre.
Traveller reviews
Good for first-timers. I was nervous before rafting and ended up loving it.
I wish we had known in advance that river shoes would be useful, because renting them on site added a small extra cost. Other than that, the day was very well run. The rafting guide helped nervous people and kept joking with the confident ones. The zipline platform had a short wait, but my daughter loved it.
The canyon was beautiful and the guide knew exactly when to make jokes and when to give instructions.
The zipline is quick, but it makes the day feel more complete.
This was a great choice for our group because not everyone wanted the full quad or buggy package. Rafting gave us the big activity, while the zipline made the day feel a bit different from a standard river trip. The lunch break came at the right time, and the staff were good at moving groups along. We would do it again.
The changing rooms were basic, so keep expectations realistic. The activities were great.