What to Bring
Drinking water, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, swimwear, towel, camera, cash for personal expenses and a light warm layer.
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off;
- All transportation along the route, including the cabrio bus to Tazi Canyon;
- Russian-speaking guide;
- Briefing and guidance during rafting;
- Rafting equipment (life jacket, helmet);
- Lunch (buffet);
- Insurance.
Not Included
- Any drinks during the excursion;
- Photo and video shooting on USB~ 30$;
- Bandana and goggles;
- Waterproof phone case~ 7$;
- Rafting shoes~ 11$, kayak~ 10$and wetsuit~ 7$. All of these are optional and paid separately;
- Personal expenses.
Additional Information
Departure and return times are approximate and depend on your hotel location. The exact transfer time will be provided after booking;
Please wait for the excursion transfer outside the hotel — at the entrance or barrier. Please note that the bus may not be allowed to enter some hotel grounds. This is due to internal hotel rules and to avoid conflicts with local guides;
Transfer is included in the price from all areas of Side;
Please note:the guide may change the order of the stops, but the entire excursion program remains unchanged;
Important to Know Before Booking:the excursion has a moderate activity level and is suitable for guests who are comfortable with walking and active recreation. Children from age 4 may participate. Pregnant women and guests with limited mobility are advised to choose a more relaxed excursion program;
Choose comfortable closed footwear for the excursion: sneakers, closed-toe Crocs, or sports sandals with secure straps are suitable. Flip-flops and slides are not allowed — otherwise special footwear will need to be purchased on site;
Personal belongings are left in the transfer vehicle before the program begins, so we recommend bringing only the essentials;
If you plan to bring your phone, use a waterproof case with a neck strap. Without one, the device will need to be left with your belongings. It is better to purchase a case in advance, as they cost more on site;
If you plan to purchase photos and videos from the photographer, bring a USB drive. After returning to the hotel, make sure the correct files were saved;
Payment is made on the day of the excursion. US dollars, euros and Turkish lira are accepted. Card payment may also be available (confirm when booking).
Weather for Rafting in the Köprülü Canyon Region
January.Weather: cool, rain possible
Air temperature: +8…+14 °C
Water temperature: around +8…+10 °C
Recommendation: rafting is possible, but it is cold and best suited to active travelers
February.Weather: mild winter, partly cloudy
Air temperature: +9…+15 °C
Water temperature: around +9…+11 °C
Recommendation: cool for rafting; choose warmer days if possible
March.Weather: early spring, fresh and cool
Air temperature: +12…+18 °C
Water temperature: +10…+12 °C
Recommendation: possible to try, though the water is still cold
April.Weather: comfortable, green season
Air temperature: +16…+22 °C
Water temperature: +12…+14 °C
Recommendation: a good period for rafting, especially on sunny days
May.Weather: warm and pleasant
Air temperature: +20…+26 °C
Water temperature: +14…+16 °C
Recommendation: one of the best months for rafting
June.Weather: hot
Air temperature: +26…+32 °C
Water temperature: +16…+18 °C
Recommendation: an excellent time — refreshing water and comfortable temperatures
July.Weather: hot season
Air temperature: +30…+36 °C
Water temperature: +18…+20 °C
Recommendation: ideal conditions for rafting
August.Weather: peak heat
Air temperature: +31…+37 °C
Water temperature: +18…+21 °C
Recommendation: the best period; rafting is at its most comfortable
September.Weather: mild heat
Air temperature: +27…+32 °C
Water temperature: +17…+19 °C
Recommendation: an excellent time for active recreation
October.Weather: warm autumn
Air temperature: +20…+26 °C
Water temperature: +15…+17 °C
Recommendation: comfortable and suitable for rafting
November.Weather: becoming cooler
Air temperature: +15…+20 °C
Water temperature: +13…+15 °C
Recommendation: possible, but already cool
December.Weather: cool, partly cloudy
Air temperature: +10…+15 °C
Water temperature: around +10…+12 °C
Recommendation: rafting is less comfortable because of the cold water
Important:the river water stays cool all year round because it is a mountain stream. This is a major advantage in hot months, while in winter the temperature should be considered before booking.
Distance to Tazi Canyon from Side
The drive from Side to Tazi Canyon takes about 1.5–2 hours on average. This is one of the most convenient routes because the distance is relatively short and the road passes through beautiful natural areas.
▪️Gundogdu — about 68 km, approximately 1 hour 20 minutes;
▪️Colakli — about 72 km, around 1 hour 25 minutes;
▪️Evrenseki — about 76 km, approximately 1 hour 30 minutes;
▪️Kumkoy — about 80 km, around 1 hour 30 minutes;
▪️Side (center) — about 82 km, approximately 1 hour 35 minutes;
▪️Sorgun — about 85 km, around 1 hour 35 minutes;
▪️Titreyengol — about 88 km, approximately 1 hour 40 minutes;
▪️Kizilagac — about 96 km, around 1 hour 45 minutes;
▪️Kizilot — about 99 km, approximately 1 hour 50 minutes.
The journey is easy and not tiring. Even on the way, you will see the scenery change from the resort area to mountain nature.
