Rafting Tour from Kemer — Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Kemer and want to do the Rafting Tour? Here's exactly what that looks like. The pickup point sits roughly 79.3 km away, an estimated 99-minute transfer, with hotel pickup in the 07:30 – 09:00 window. The tour runs 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM 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 Kemer: Kemer is a green resort town wedged between the Taurus mountains and a clear, pebbly sea, surrounded by pine forest. It is the gateway to the eternal flames of Chimaera, the ancient harbour of Phaselis and the Tahtalı cable car. Nearby you'll find Phaselis, Chimaera (Yanartaş), Tahtalı Cable Car (Olympos Teleferik). Kemer is about 55 km west of Antalya Airport (AYT), roughly a 50–60 minute drive along the coast beneath the Taurus mountains. From our guides on the ground: A straightforward, well-priced rafting day on a 14 km river route in the Köprülü canyon — equipment, guides and lunch are included. You will get thoroughly wet, so wear swimwear underneath and bring a towel, a dry change of clothes and secure footwear (the riverbank is slippery). Glasses straps and waterproof phone pouches are a good idea. Suitable for beginners; the guides brief everyone before launch. A reliable crowd-pleaser for families and first-time rafters.
About Kemer
Kemer is a green resort town wedged between the Taurus mountains and a clear, pebbly sea, surrounded by pine forest. It is the gateway to the eternal flames of Chimaera, the ancient harbour of Phaselis and the Tahtalı cable car.
What to see near Kemer
Phaselis — A romantic ruined Lycian-Roman port city with three harbours, an aqueduct and ruins set right on pine-fringed coves. Chimaera (Yanartaş) — Natural flames that burn from the rocky mountainside near Olympos, best seen after dark. Tahtalı Cable Car (Olympos Teleferik) — A gondola climbing to the 2,365 m summit of Tahtalı for vast coastal panoramas. Göynük Canyon — A narrow river canyon with pools and trails in a nature park near Kemer.
Local tips
• Visit Chimaera after dark when the flames are most visible. • Swim at Phaselis among the ruins — bring water shoes for the pebble coves. • The Tahtalı cable car can be cold and windy at the top even in summer; take a layer.
From our team on the ground
A straightforward, well-priced rafting day on a 14 km river route in the Köprülü canyon — equipment, guides and lunch are included. You will get thoroughly wet, so wear swimwear underneath and bring a towel, a dry change of clothes and secure footwear (the riverbank is slippery). Glasses straps and waterproof phone pouches are a good idea. Suitable for beginners; the guides brief everyone before launch. A reliable crowd-pleaser for families and first-time rafters.
Highlights
What's included
- Free hotel service
- Helmet and life jacket
- Lunch
- Instructor
- Insurance for excursion duration
- Group inflatable boats (8-12 people)
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Rafting Tour from Kemer?
The departure point is about 79.3 km from Kemer, an estimated 99-minute drive.
What time is hotel pickup from Kemer?
Pickup from Kemer hotels is typically in the 07:30 – 09:00 window.
How much does the Rafting Tour cost?
€25 per person.
Is hotel pickup included from Kemer?
Yes — round-trip hotel transfer from Kemer 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 Kemer known for?
Kemer is known for Mountain-and-sea scenery, Phaselis ancient city, Chimaera eternal flames, Tahtalı cable car.
What is Kemer known for?
Kemer is known for its mountain-backed pebble beaches, the ancient harbour city of Phaselis, the natural Chimaera flames and the Tahtalı summit cable car.
Traveller reviews
I was nervous because I had never rafted before, but the safety briefing was clear and the guide watched everyone carefully. We got soaked almost immediately, which broke the tension and made everyone laugh. The route was long enough to feel like a proper rafting trip. I finished tired, cold, and very proud of myself.
Lunch after the rafting tasted great because everyone was starving. Simple but satisfying.
The guide taught us how to paddle together before the first rapid, which made the boat feel like a team.
Beautiful canyon views between the rapids. I didn't expect the scenery to be that good.
The rafting was better than I expected for such a reasonable price. Our guide taught us how to paddle together before the first rapid, and by the end our boat felt like a little team. The canyon scenery between rapids was beautiful and gave everyone a chance to breathe. Lunch was simple, but after the river it tasted great.
Our boat had mixed ages and the guide made everyone feel included.