Alanya Green Canyon Jeep Safari & Boat Tour

Off-road tracks above the dam, an hour on the turquoise lake by boat and a swim before lunch

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  • Duration7 hours
  • Pickup / return09:00 → 16:00
  • Tour days: Daily
  • Hotel transferFree
  • RegionAlanya

About the Alanya Green Canyon Jeep Safari & Boat Trip

Alanya Green Canyon Jeep Safari & Boat Tour packs two very different rides into one day. The off-road vehicles set out from Alanya towards Manavgat, stopping for photos at the Roman aqueducts along the way. The first off-road stretch then climbs over the hillsides around the Oymapınar Dam, whose reservoir is the Green Canyon. Before the boat trip there is an optional visit to a small zoo, with the entrance fee paid on the spot.

Around midday you swap four wheels for a boat. The cruise on the turquoise lake lasts about an hour and is followed by roughly half an hour for swimming. From a hilltop viewpoint you look out over both the Green Canyon and the Mediterranean, and lunch waits at a lakeshore restaurant, where you are free to swim again after eating. A second off-road section then starts the journey home.

Experienced drivers do all the driving, so you can enjoy the scenery while the guide shares background on the area’s history and natural surroundings. Seat belts stay on while the vehicles move. Expect the odd water game on the way and keep your phone and camera in a waterproof cover. The mix of off-road driving, a boat trip and swimming suits families and groups who want plenty of variety in a single day.

Highlights

  • Off-road driving on the hillsides around the Oymapınar Dam
  • Roman aqueducts with time for photos
  • About 1 hour by boat on the Green Canyon lake
  • Around 30 minutes for swimming
  • Hilltop view over the canyon and the Mediterranean

Alanya Green Canyon Jeep Safari & Boat Tour Prices

Adult(Age 12+) €35
Child(Age 3–11) €20
Infant(Age 0–2) Free

Prices are per person and shown in your chosen currency. You can pay on the tour day.

Itinerary

  1. 09:00

    Hotel pickup

    Your driver collects you at the hotel; we confirm the exact time after booking.

  2. 2

    Roman aqueducts

    The convoy heads towards Manavgat and stops for photos at the Roman aqueducts.

  3. 3

    First off-road section

    Off-road tracks over the hillsides by the Oymapınar Dam; on the way, an optional small zoo visit (ticket not included).

  4. 4

    Boat trip and swim

    About an hour by boat on the lake, then around 30 minutes for swimming.

  5. 5

    Viewpoint and lunch

    Photos from a hill overlooking the canyon and the Mediterranean, then lunch on the lakeshore with time for another swim.

  6. 6

    Second off-road section

    More off-road driving as the return journey begins.

  7. 16:00

    Hotel drop-off

    The convoy returns you to your hotel.

What is included

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Off-road vehicles with experienced drivers
  • Guide
  • Boat trip of about 1 hour
  • Lunch at a lakeside restaurant
  • Insurance

Not included

  • Drinks
  • Zoo entrance fee (optional stop)
  • Photo and DVD service
  • Personal expenses

Good to know before you go

Pickup times vary with the location of your hotel and are sent once you have booked. Free pickup applies to hotels in Alanya, Mahmutlar, Kargıcak, Kestel, Tosmur, Oba, Cikcilli, Konaklı, Türkler, Avsallar, İncekum and Okurcalar.

What to bring

  • Swimwear and a towel
  • Comfortable shoes and clothes that can take some dust
  • Sun cream, a hat and sunglasses
  • A waterproof pouch for phone and camera
  • A light jacket
  • A little cash

Good to know

  • Experienced drivers drive; guests stay seated with seat belts fastened.
  • Not suitable for pregnant guests.
  • If you have back, neck or mobility issues, please ask us before booking.
  • Non-swimmers are given life jackets.
  • Electronics need protecting, as water games can happen along the way.

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Frequently asked questions

Do the Green Canyon tours from Alanya include lunch?

Yes, both the boat tour and the jeep safari & boat tour include lunch at a restaurant on the lakeshore. On the boat tour the menu usually has meatballs, grilled chicken or fish, rice or pasta, salad and meze, and the soft drinks served on board cost nothing extra. Drinks ordered at the restaurant cost extra, and on the jeep & boat tour all drinks are paid separately.

How much time do you spend on the lake during the Green Canyon jeep safari?

You cruise the lake for about an hour, then the boat stops for around 30 minutes so you can swim. Lunch is at a restaurant on the shore, and you can go back into the water after the meal if you like. The rest of the day belongs to the jeeps, with off-road sections around the dam and a photo stop at Roman aqueducts.

Will I drive the jeep myself?

No. On every jeep safari, experienced drivers are at the wheel of the open 4x4s, and you ride as a passenger with your seat belt on; standing up while the jeep is moving is not allowed. That leaves you free to look around, take photos and make the most of every stop. If you would rather drive yourself, take a look at our quad safaris and buggy safaris.

What happens on a jeep safari day?

After the hotel pickup, the jeeps gather and set off in a convoy towards the mountains, soon leaving the main road for gravel and forest tracks. The day mixes short drives with stops: viewpoints, usually a village where you see everyday rural life, often a swim or some water fun at a river, lake or waterfall, and a meal at a restaurant on the route. Drinks are paid separately. The exact stops and times of this tour are shown in its itinerary.

Can we swim in Green Canyon?

Yes. The boats usually stop once or twice for a swim of about 20–30 minutes in the turquoise lake, weather permitting. Life jackets are on board for anyone who is not a confident swimmer, and the boats have a changing cabin and a toilet. Wear your swimwear under your clothes and keep a towel handy, so you are ready when the boat stops.

Is lunch included on Green Canyon tours, and what about drinks?

Yes, lunch is included on every Green Canyon tour, served at a lakeside restaurant or on board, depending on the tour. On the boat tours, the soft drinks served on board are part of the price as well, while anything you order at the restaurant costs extra. On the combined jeep or cabrio bus tours, drinks are not included; the "What is included" list on this page shows exactly what your tour covers.

How do I book a tour?

Open the tour page and choose your date, the departure group if the tour has several, and the number of guests (on quad and buggy tours, the number of single or double vehicles). Then enter your name, phone, e-mail and hotel. Nothing is paid at this stage. As soon as we confirm the booking, your QR e-ticket arrives by e-mail. Prefer to chat? Send us the tour name and date on WhatsApp and we will book it for you.

How and when do I pay for the tour?

You pay nothing when you book. The tour price is paid in cash on the tour day, directly to your guide. Prices are set in euros, but you are welcome to pay in Turkish lira, US dollars or British pounds at that day's exchange rate. Extras that are not included, such as drinks, photos or equipment rental, are paid separately on the spot.

How will I receive my e-ticket?

Once your booking is confirmed, we e-mail the ticket to the address you entered. Besides a QR code, it lists the tour, the date and the other details of your booking. On the tour day, simply show the code to your guide on your phone; a printout works too. If nothing has arrived, check your spam folder or message us on WhatsApp, and we will send the ticket again.

Is hotel pickup free, and when will I be picked up?

Yes. The transfer from your hotel to the tour and back is included for all hotels in the pickup areas of each region. As the vehicle collects guests from several hotels, your exact pickup time depends on where you are staying, and we send it to you after booking. Please be waiting at the main entrance of your hotel a few minutes beforehand, because the driver works to a tight schedule.

Can children join the tours?

Yes, most tours welcome children. On jeep safaris, Green Canyon trips and the cabrio bus tour, children aged 3–11 pay the child price and babies up to 2 travel free. Rafting and the zipline and rafting tours start at 7 years, the Göynük Canyon zipline at about 5. On quad and buggy tours, children can ride as passengers from 7, while drivers must be at least 16. The ticket table on each tour page shows its age groups.

What should I wear, and what should I pack?

Choose light clothes that may get dusty or wet, and shoes that stay on your feet: trainers for jeep, quad and buggy tours, sports sandals with straps or old trainers for rafting and canyon paths. Pack swimwear, a towel, sun cream, a hat and sunglasses, plus a waterproof pouch for your phone. A light jacket is handy in the mountains and on evening tours. Each tour page also has its own "What to bring" list.

In which languages are the tours guided?

Our guides work in English, German, Russian and Turkish; the languages offered on each tour are listed on its page. Polish-speaking guests are guided in English, while this website is also available in Polish. Before quad, buggy, rafting and zipline activities, the instructors explain and show what to do, so the safety rules are easy to follow whatever your language.

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes. Cancelling is free until 24 hours before the tour starts, and within the same period you can also move to another date if places are free. Just send us a message on WhatsApp or by e-mail. If you cancel later or do not show up, anything you paid in advance cannot be returned. You will find all the details in our cancellation policy.

What happens if the weather turns bad?

Light rain rarely stops a tour, and on a rafting trip you get wet anyway. If heavy rain, a storm, high water or unsafe roads make a tour impossible, we call it off and offer you another date or a full refund of anything paid in advance. Swim stops always depend on the conditions on the day. If the forecast looks doubtful, message us on the morning of your tour and we will tell you whether it goes ahead.

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