Rafting Tour from Lara — Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Lara and want to do the Rafting Tour? Here's exactly what that looks like. The pickup point sits roughly 57.2 km away, an estimated 71-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 Lara: Lara is Antalya's eastern resort strip, famous for golden-sand beaches and a row of grand themed five-star hotels. It is also where the Lower Düden Waterfall tumbles straight off the cliffs into the Mediterranean. Nearby you'll find Lower Düden Waterfall, Lara Beach, Themed hotel architecture. Lara is the closest resort zone to Antalya Airport (AYT) — about 10–12 km, a 15–20 minute drive — making it convenient for short transfers. 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 Lara
Lara is Antalya's eastern resort strip, famous for golden-sand beaches and a row of grand themed five-star hotels. It is also where the Lower Düden Waterfall tumbles straight off the cliffs into the Mediterranean.
What to see near Lara
Lower Düden Waterfall — A cliff-edge waterfall that drops directly into the sea — best seen from the clifftop park or a boat. Lara Beach — A wide golden-sand beach, unusual on this otherwise pebbly coast, lined with resort hotels. Themed hotel architecture — The Lara–Kundu strip is known for replica-landmark hotels (Kremlin, Venice and Egyptian themes).
Local tips
• Lara's sand is rare on this coast — ideal if you dislike pebble beaches. • See the Lower Düden Waterfall from the clifftop park at sunset. • It is a resort strip rather than a town centre; the old town of Kaleiçi is a short taxi ride west.
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 Lara?
The departure point is about 57.2 km from Lara, an estimated 71-minute drive.
What time is hotel pickup from Lara?
Pickup from Lara 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 Lara?
Yes — round-trip hotel transfer from Lara 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 Lara known for?
Lara is known for Golden sand beach, Themed luxury resorts, Lower Düden Waterfall, all-inclusive holidays.
Is Lara beach sandy?
Yes — Lara is one of the few genuinely sandy beaches on the Antalya coast, which is mostly pebble.
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.