How to spend top weekend in Manavgat - ideas on extraordinary attractions and sites

River Cruise on the Manavgat

A picturesque and deep-water river flows through the center of Manavgat. You can walk through the embankment and on the pedestrian bridges that span it. You can also take a cruise on a small boat. If you choose a water tour you will get the opportunity to sail past the farms where trout are grown. You can also see the small waterfall, go fishing, and take a walk through the spit. It separates the Manavgat River from the Mediterranean Sea. You will have a chance to swim in freshwater. Its temperature does not exceed 16°C. Then you will swim in the salt waves. They have a temperature of 28°C. You can continue your water walk on the Mediterranean waves to the city of Side.

Green Canyon Tour

The Green Canyon reservoir is located in the Taurus Mountains, 10 kilometers from the city. It has a depth of 100 meters. You can come here to take a water tour on a two-deck catamaran-type ship. Its duration is 60 minutes. You will have the opportunity to fish and swim on a small beach while traveling through the natural attractions. You will be able to enjoy the amazing scenery while onboard a pleasure boat. You will admire the turquoise water, dense vegetation, and majestic mountains.

You will also have a chance to get to the farthest part of the gorge. You will sail in the lake formed by a dam, admire a small waterfall. It appeared thanks to one of the rivers that flow into the lake. You will take beautiful photos. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

If you like to enjoy beautiful views from a great height you will have the opportunity to climb the mountain serpentine to the observation deck. It is equipped right on the dam. You can enjoy the amazing panorama of the reservoir, the picturesque river valley, the lake, and the rocks standing on it.

Journey through the Cave of the Altınbeşik

If you decide to visit a place that is not spoiled by the attention of tourists you should visit the Altınbeşik nature reserve. The cave with the same name is located on its territory. You'll need a boat to get here. The lake is located at the entrance to the natural attraction and along the entire bottom of the underground space. Its water is clean and transparent. It has a bluish tinge.

You can rent the equipment necessary for the trip from local residents. They will also help you adjust the lighting. You will be able to admire the unique beauty of the walls, arched ceilings of natural origin, stalactites, and stalagmites that have bizarre shapes and iridescent colors. You can even get out of the boat near several convenient ledges.

Visit Oymapinar Dam and Adventure Park

There is the Oymapinar Dam on the Manavgat River. You can get here as part of a tour group or on your own in a rented car. You will get the opportunity to look at the powerful water flows and admire the rocky landscape once you are near the dam. You will also be able to go to the Lake Titreyengol here. If you want to experience the thrill you should go to Adventure Park. It is located near Oymapinar Dam. You can choose extreme entertainment there. For example, you will have a chance to walk on cable cars and suspension bridges, jump into the water from a bungee, do rock climbing, and overcome one of the mountain routes.

Go Rafting

If you want to go rafting you can visit the Alpine Rafting center. Its specialists can arrange canoeing on the Manavgat River or on the Köprüçay River. If you choose the second option you will get the opportunity to go on the car in Koprulu Canyon. The rafting route will be selected for you there, taking into account your experience of conquering mountain rivers. For example, if you are a beginner, the instructor will teach you the basics of rafting. You can start your adventure near the Oluk Köprü Bridge. It will end in 10 kilometers near the reinforced concrete bridge.