Tazı (Adler) Canyon Tour with Rafting from Side — Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Side and want to do the Tazı (Adler) Canyon Tour with Rafting? 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 – 09:00 window. The tour runs 08:00–19:00 and costs €50 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 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 50–60 minute drive. It is the main resort hub of the Manavgat district. From our guides on the ground: The standout here is the scenery — Tazı (Eagle) Canyon and Köprülü Canyon — reached via open-top cabrio buses, with dramatic clifftop photo stops along the way. Bring a camera and sunglasses for the high viewpoints, and a light layer as it can be breezy up top. The rafting section is scenic rather than extreme, suitable for most fitness levels; you will get wet, so pack swimwear and a dry change. Best for guests who want canyon views and photos as much as the paddling.
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 — Five re-erected marble columns of a 2nd-century temple on the harbour point — Side's iconic sunset spot. Side Ancient Theatre — A grand Roman theatre seating around 15,000, one of the largest in the Pamphylia region. Ancient city gate & agora — Colonnaded streets, the agora and monumental gate that you walk through to reach the old town. Manavgat Waterfall — A wide, low waterfall on the Manavgat River a short drive inland, set in a riverside park.
Local tips
• Watch sunset at the Temple of Apollo — arrive early to get a spot on the point. • The old-town ruins are free to wander; combine them with the theatre and museum. • Pair Side with the Manavgat Waterfall and a river boat trip for a full day.
From our team on the ground
The standout here is the scenery — Tazı (Eagle) Canyon and Köprülü Canyon — reached via open-top cabrio buses, with dramatic clifftop photo stops along the way. Bring a camera and sunglasses for the high viewpoints, and a light layer as it can be breezy up top. The rafting section is scenic rather than extreme, suitable for most fitness levels; you will get wet, so pack swimwear and a dry change. Best for guests who want canyon views and photos as much as the paddling.
Highlights
What's included
- Hotel transfer
- Guide
- Professional transportation
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Tazı (Adler) Canyon Tour with Rafting 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 – 09:00 window.
How much does the Tazı (Adler) Canyon Tour with Rafting cost?
€50 per person.
Is hotel pickup included from Side?
Yes — 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 21°C with high crowds — 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
Our raft guide was funny and kept shouting encouragement when we got stuck on rocks.
This tour feels more adventurous than standard rafting because of the canyon viewpoint.
This is a long, rough, and very scenic day, so it may not suit people who want comfort. The roads were bumpy and the lunch was ordinary, but the canyon views were incredible. I liked that the tour mixed photo stops with rafting instead of only sitting on a bus. Wear shoes that can handle dust and water.
A long but satisfying day. We used every towel we brought.
We booked for the canyon photos, but the rafting ended up being just as fun. The guide in our raft kept everyone laughing and gave clear instructions when the river got faster. The canyon viewpoint made the whole tour feel different from a standard rafting day. It was one of the best adventure trips we did.
If you like big landscapes, book this instead of only rafting.