Green Canyon Boat Tour from Side
A calm boat tour on the emerald Oymapınar Dam lake: slow cruising between forested cliffs and hidden bays, with swim stops along the way.
- 8 hours
- Daily · 08:30 → 16:30
- Hotel pick-up
- Lunch included
About the Green Canyon Boat Tour from Side
The Green Canyon boat tour from Side takes you to the emerald-green Oymapınar Dam lake on the Manavgat River, set in a steep canyon wrapped in Taurus pine forest. It is one of the most peaceful places you can reach in a day from Side: no driving, no effort, just water, cliffs and quiet bays.
Cruise slowly between high rock walls and mirror-calm bays, and stop for a swim in the clear water.
A calm day for the whole family
The pace is gentle, so the tour suits families with children, older guests and anyone who prefers a peaceful day to an action-packed one. Want to see the canyon from above? The jeep safari stops at a viewpoint over the same lake. For more adrenaline, try Köprülü Canyon rafting.
Highlights
- Slow cruise on the emerald water of Oymapınar Dam lake
- Steep forested cliffs and hidden bays
- One or two swim stops of 20 to 30 minutes
- Mirror-calm stretches of turquoise water
- Easy, family-friendly pace
Itinerary
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Hotel pick-up
Comfortable transfer from your hotel in Side or the surrounding resorts.
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Scenic drive to the lake
About 45 to 60 minutes by road, depending on your hotel.
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Boarding at Oymapınar Dam lake
Welcome on board and a short safety briefing.
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Cruise through the canyon
Two to three hours of slow cruising between cliffs and turquoise water.
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Swimming stops
One or two stops of 20 to 30 minutes to swim in the lake.
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Lunch
Chicken, meatballs, pasta, salad and fruit, with soft drinks.
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Back at your hotel
Drop-off at your hotel.
Included
- Free hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Boat cruise on the lake
- Lunch
- Soft drinks on board
- Professional tour guide
- Life jackets
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Photos and videos
- Tips
What to bring
- Swimwear and towel
- A change of clothes
- Sunscreen, hat and sunglasses
- Waterproof phone case
- Cash for optional extras and tips
Good to know
- Children stay with their parents at all times
- Tours may be rescheduled or changed in bad weather
- Hotel pick-up areas: Side, Kumköy, Çolaklı, Sorgun, Titreyengöl, Evrenseki and Gündoğdu.
- Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen and a hat; there is little shade at the swimming stops.
- Programme and timings can change slightly with weather and lake conditions.
Prices for the Green Canyon Boat Tour from Side
| Adults 12+ | €30$33£25₺1,650 |
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| Children 3–11 | €15$17£13₺850 |
| Infants 0–2 | Free |
Prices are per person. Pay in cash on the tour day – nothing to pay online.
Questions about this tour
How long is the Green Canyon boat tour from Side?
The tour takes about 8 hours, usually from 08:30 to 16:30. The drive to the lake takes roughly 45 to 60 minutes each way, and you spend four to five hours at the lake.
Do I need to be able to swim?
Swimming is optional. Life jackets are available, and many guests simply enjoy the cruise and the views. Children always stay with their parents.
What is included in the price?
Hotel transfer, the boat cruise, lunch, soft drinks on board, a guide and life jackets. Personal expenses, photos and tips are not included.