Rafting Tour from Side β Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Side and want to do the Rafting Tour? Here's exactly what that looks like. The pickup point sits roughly 0 km away, an estimated 10-minute transfer, with hotel pickup in the 07:30 β 09:00 window. The tour runs 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM and costs β¬25 per person. Right now the sea is around 21Β°C with high crowds β Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather.. About staying in Side: Side is an ancient Pamphylian harbour town where Greco-Roman ruins sit right among the streets, restaurants and beaches. The headland is crowned by the seafront Temple of Apollo, and the Manavgat River and waterfall lie just inland. Nearby you'll find Temple of Apollo, Side Ancient Theatre, Ancient city gate & agora. Side is about 65 km east of Antalya Airport (AYT), roughly a 50β60 minute drive. It is the main resort hub of the Manavgat district. From our guides on the ground: A straightforward, well-priced rafting day on a 14 km river route in the KΓΆprΓΌlΓΌ canyon β 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 Side
Side is an ancient Pamphylian harbour town where Greco-Roman ruins sit right among the streets, restaurants and beaches. The headland is crowned by the seafront Temple of Apollo, and the Manavgat River and waterfall lie just inland.
What to see near Side
Temple of Apollo β Five re-erected marble columns of a 2nd-century temple on the harbour point β Side's iconic sunset spot. Side Ancient Theatre β A grand Roman theatre seating around 15,000, one of the largest in the Pamphylia region. Ancient city gate & agora β Colonnaded streets, the agora and monumental gate that you walk through to reach the old town. Manavgat Waterfall β A wide, low waterfall on the Manavgat River a short drive inland, set in a riverside park.
Local tips
β’ Watch sunset at the Temple of Apollo β arrive early to get a spot on the point. β’ The old-town ruins are free to wander; combine them with the theatre and museum. β’ Pair Side with the Manavgat Waterfall and a river boat trip for a full day.
From our team on the ground
A straightforward, well-priced rafting day on a 14 km river route in the KΓΆprΓΌlΓΌ canyon β 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 Side?
The departure point is about 0 km from Side, an estimated 10-minute drive.
What time is hotel pickup from Side?
Pickup from Side hotels is typically in the 07:30 β 09:00 window.
How much does the Rafting Tour cost?
β¬25 per person.
Is hotel pickup included from Side?
Yes β round-trip hotel transfer from Side is included.
What's the weather and sea like for this tour now?
Right now the sea is around 21Β°C with high crowds β Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather..
What else is Side known for?
Side is known for Temple of Apollo by the sea, Roman amphitheatre, ancient city among the streets, sandy beaches.
What is Side known for?
Side is known for its seafront Temple of Apollo, large Roman theatre and ancient streets that run right through the modern town, plus sandy beaches and the nearby Manavgat Waterfall.
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.