Rafting and Tazi Canyon 5-in-1 from Side is a full day among mountains, pine trees, and the cool Koprucay River, with a zipline ride added to the Tazi Canyon walk and rafting. In one program, you will enjoy a cabrio safari, Tazi Canyon, the ancient Roman Oluk Bridge, 14 km rafting on the Koprucay River, a zipline over part of the canyon, and lunch outdoors. After the active program, you can rest for a while, have lunch, and return to your hotel with vivid memories of the mountains, canyon, river, and fresh air.
We pick you up from hotels in Gundogdu, Colakli, Evrenseki, Kumkoy, Side, Sorgun, Titreyengol, Kizilot, and Kizilagac.
Book your place on the website with no prepayment - pay on the bus on the day of the tour.
Rafting and Tazi Canyon 5-in-1 from Side at a Glance
- Transfer starts: 09:00–10:00
- Return: 18:30–19:30
- Program includes: cabrio safari, Tazi Canyon, Oluk Bridge, 14 km rafting, zipline
- Payment: cash on the bus - $, €, ₺.
Short Tour Program
- Transfer from hotels between 09:00 and 10:00
The exact time will be shown on your e-ticket after your booking is confirmed.
- Drive to Koprulu Canyon National Park
- Arrival at the rafting center by the river
- Briefing, changing, and preparation for rafting
- Cabrio safari on open buses along the route: rafting center - Oluk Bridge - Tazi Canyon
- Drive across the Roman Oluk Bridge
- Stop at Tazi Canyon for a walk and photos
- Drive down to the rafting starting point near Oluk Bridge
- 14 km rafting on the Koprucay River, finishing at the rafting center
- Zipline over a section of the canyon
- Lunch and free time at the rafting center
- Return to hotels at approximately 18:30–19:30
The order of visits may change, but the program itself remains the same.
What to expect on the Rafting and Tazi Canyon 5-in-1 from Side
Spend the day among mountains, canyon views, and a cool river
Rafting and Tazi Canyon 5-in-1 from Side is a great choice if you want to add more nature, movement, and memorable moments to your holiday. In one day, you will visit Koprulu Canyon National Park, go up to Tazi Canyon, ride along a mountain road in an open cabrio bus, see the ancient Oluk Bridge, raft on the Koprucay River, try the zipline, and have lunch outdoors.
In the morning, we pick you up from your hotel in Side between 09:00 and 10:00. Then the road takes you away from the coast toward pine forests, cliffs, and mountain landscapes. The air becomes fresher, and closer to the Koprucay River, you can really feel the pleasant coolness.
Get ready for the adventure before the route begins
After arriving at the rafting center, you will have time to change and prepare for the active part of the day. The team will explain how the route will go, where Tazi Canyon comes in, and when the rafting begins.
The instructors will give you helmets and life jackets, help choose the right size, and explain the basic rules. You will learn how to sit in the boat, how to hold the paddle, and how to follow commands on the river.
No special experience is needed. The route is suitable for beginners, so you can join calmly even if you are trying rafting for the first time.
Ride a cabrio safari to Tazi Canyon
After the preparation, you switch to open safari buses and head toward Tazi Canyon. In this program, the drive is longer than on a regular rafting tour: the bus goes beyond the rafting starting point and climbs higher to the viewpoint.
Along the way, pine trees, mountain slopes, cliffs, and panoramas of Koprulu Canyon National Park come into view. In the open bus, you feel the wind, the road rises uphill, and the ride itself already sets the mood for adventure.
The route also passes across Oluk Bridge above the Koprucay River. This Roman bridge was built in the 2nd century and is almost 2,000 years old. It is about 27 meters high. The road here is narrow, so long stops are usually not made, but you will be able to see the bridge well as you drive across.
Get your best shots at Tazi Canyon
Tazi Canyon is one of the most impressive places on the route. It is a narrow gorge about 4 km long, where the cliffs rise more than 200 meters in the deepest sections. This place is also called the “Valley of Wisdom”.
At the viewpoint, you will have time for a walk and photos. From the edge of the canyon, you get a wide view of the mountains, cliffs, and the Koprucay River far below. Here, it is easy to feel the true scale of nature: silence, fresh air, and a vast mountain landscape all around.
Cool off with 14 km of rafting
After Tazi Canyon, you return to the rafting starting point. You will be assigned to boats, usually 8–10 people together with an instructor.
The route on the Koprucay River is about 14 km long. The instructor is in the boat and accompanies you, telling you when to paddle, when to hold on, and how to pass sections where the current picks up.
On the river, you can expect splashes, small waves, teamwork, and the pleasant coolness of mountain water. On a hot day, this rafting route feels especially refreshing. The route is not difficult, so families, couples, and groups of friends without rafting experience often choose it.
Add more excitement with the zipline
After rafting, another adventure awaits: the zipline.
Before the start, the staff help you put on the safety equipment and give a short briefing. Then the ride begins along a steel cable over the natural landscapes of Koprulu Canyon.
During the ride, you get beautiful views of the Koprucay River, cliffs, and green mountain slopes. The ride lasts only a short time, but it often becomes one of the most memorable moments of the tour.
After the zipline, you return to the rafting center.
Relax by the river after the active part
Lunch outdoors will be waiting for you here. The menu usually includes chicken, pasta, and salad.
After eating, you can change clothes, sit by the river, take photos, and rest a little before the return journey. After the mountain route and rafting, this calm break feels especially good.
Return to the hotel
In the evening, you gather by the bus and head back to Side. The return to hotels usually takes place between 18:30 and 19:30. The exact time depends on your hotel area, traffic, and the overall pace of the group.
Rafting and Tazi Canyon 5-in-1 from Side is a good choice if you want to see the famous Tazi Canyon in one day, ride a cabrio safari along mountain roads, discover the ancient Oluk Bridge, raft on the Koprucay River, and add extra excitement with the zipline.
Book your place online with no prepayment. You can pay for the tour on the bus on the day of the trip.
Tour Video
Tour video: Tazi Canyon, rafting, and zipline
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7 Tours in Koprulu Canyon: Which One Should You Choose?
The main difference between the programs is whether the tour includes Tazi Canyon, rafting, zipline, buggy safari, or quad safari.
1. Tours with Tazi Canyon and rafting
- Rafting and Tazi Canyon from Side 4-in-1 | 25 $
Cabrio safari along the route from the rafting center to Oluk Bridge and Tazi Canyon, about one hour on an open bus, plus 14 km rafting.
- Rafting Tazi Canyon 5-in-1 from Side | 30 $ - You are on this page now
The same as the 4-in-1 tour, plus a zipline over part of the canyon.
- Combo Rafting Tazi 6-in-1 from Side | 40 $
The same as the 5-in-1 tour, plus your choice of buggy safari or quad safari.
2. Tours without Tazi Canyon
3. If you want a tour without rafting
- Tazi Canyon from Side 5-in-1 | 25 $
Cabrio safari along the route from the rafting center to Oluk Bridge and Tazi Canyon, about one hour on an open bus, Selge, Adam Kayalar, lunch, and free time by the river. Rafting is not included in this program.
What Is Included in the Price
- Hotel pickup and drop-off by enclosed air-conditioned minibus
- Cabrio safari on open buses from the rafting center to Tazi Canyon
- Walk at the first Tazi Canyon viewpoint with views of the gorge and the Koprucay River
- Drive across the Roman Oluk Bridge
- 14 km rafting on the Koprucay River
- Helmet and life jacket
- Group boat for 8–10 people with an instructor
- Zipline over a section of the canyon
- Lunch
- Insurance
What Is Paid Separately
- Drinks during the tour
- Personal expenses: souvenirs and other purchases
Optional Extra Services
- At Tazi Canyon, there are two viewpoints to choose from. The first viewpoint is free and already included in the tour price. The second viewpoint is the wooden panoramic platform of the national park, and entry costs 5 $ per person. During the tour, you choose one of these viewpoints. Visiting both viewpoints is not included in the program.
- Tour photos and video - 30 $
- Rubber rafting shoes: rental 5 $, purchase 10 $. This footwear stays securely on your feet, does not slip, and protects your feet in the boat and in the water.
- Wetsuit - 10 $. It can be useful in spring, autumn, or if you usually get cold in cool water.
- Rafting in a 2-person kayak - 10 $ per kayak, not per person. If you want this option, please mention it in the “Special Requests” section when booking.
What to Bring
- Comfortable shoes that grip well on stone surfaces - for walking near the edge of the canyon
- Swimsuit or swim shorts
- Towel
- Change of clothes - you will be wet after rafting
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat - there is little shade at the canyon
- Water
- A light snack - mountain air and an active program work up an appetite, and lunch at the rafting center takes place in the afternoon. You can bring something light with you, such as a roll from your hotel breakfast, fruit, or nuts.
- Phone or camera for photos
- Cash for drinks, photos, shoes, wetsuit, and personal expenses
Distance to Tazi Canyon
- Kizilot - Tazi Canyon: 99 km - about 1 h 50 min
- Kizilagac - Tazi Canyon: 96 km - about 1 h 45 min
- Titreyengol - Tazi Canyon: 88 km - about 1 h 40 min
- Sorgun - Tazi Canyon: 85 km - about 1 h 35 min
- Side - Tazi Canyon: 82 km - about 1 h 35 min
- Kumkoy - Tazi Canyon: 80 km - about 1 h 30 min
- Evrenseki - Tazi Canyon: 76 km - about 1 h 30 min
- Colakli - Tazi Canyon: 72 km - about 1 h 25 min
- Gundogdu - Tazi Canyon: 68 km - about 1 h 20 min
Travel time may vary slightly depending on your hotel location, transfer order, and traffic conditions.
Discounts
- Book 7 days before the tour and get a 4% discount
- Book 30 days before the tour and get a 5% discount
- Subscribers to our Instagram (@goldwaytravel) get a 1 $ discount for each subscriber in your booking
- Discounts cannot be combined: you can choose either the early booking discount or the subscriber discount, whichever is better for you
Frequently Asked Questions About Rafting and Tazi Canyon 5-in-1 from Side
How much does the Rafting and Tazi Canyon 5-in-1 from Side tour cost?
An adult ticket from age 13 costs 30 $. For children aged 7 to 12, the price is 20 $. Children aged 0 to 6 travel free of charge.
To see the final total for your group, choose the number of adults and children in the “Online Reservation” form - the system will calculate everything automatically.
Where does the zipline take place?
The zipline runs over a section of the canyon on a steel cable.
First, the staff help you put on the equipment and check it, then attach you to the safety system. After the ride, you return to the rafting center.
You only need to listen to the staff and follow simple instructions.
What is Tazi Canyon?
Tazi Canyon is a beautiful mountain gorge in Koprulu Canyon National Park. It was formed by the Koprucay River, which carved its way through the rocks over many centuries.
The canyon is about 4 km long, and in the deepest places the cliffs rise more than 200 meters. This place is also called the “Valley of Wisdom”.
We bring you almost right up to the canyon. There is no long walking route. You only need to walk a little to see the views and take photos.
It is important to be careful at the canyon edge. There is an open drop here, so do not go too close and keep a close eye on children.
Do you need to pay extra to see Tazi Canyon?
No. From the first Tazi Canyon viewpoint, you can see the gorge, mountains, and the Koprucay River far below - and this view is included in the tour price.
The second viewpoint is a wooden panoramic platform arranged by the national park. Entry is a separate 5 $ ticket and is optional. You decide on the spot whether to go up or not; our representative collects the payment at the canyon.
What is a cabrio safari?
Cabrio safari is a ride on open buses from the rafting center to the rafting starting point.
The route passes through pine forests and mountain areas of Koprulu Park. It is part of the adventure in the program, not the transfer from your hotel.
You travel from the hotels by enclosed air-conditioned transport.
Can you join the rafting without experience?
Yes, no experience is needed.
The rafting takes place on the Koprucay River. The route is suitable for beginners and does not include difficult rapids. There is an instructor in every boat.
Before the start, you will be shown how to sit, hold the paddle, and follow commands. Everyone wears a helmet and a life jacket.
What is the water like in the Koprucay River?
The Koprucay is a mountain river, so the water here is cool.
The temperature usually stays at about 15–20 degrees. If you get cold easily, you can rent a wetsuit for 10 $.
How long does the rafting on the river last?
The rafting route is about 14 km long.
The rafting usually takes about 1.5–2 hours. The exact duration depends on the water level and the pace of the group.
From what age can children take part in rafting?
Children from age 7 are allowed to join the rafting.
Children aged 0–6 travel free of charge, but they do not take part in the rafting. They stay with their parents at the rafting center.
Children aged 7–12 use a child ticket. From age 13, an adult ticket is issued, and the participant follows the full program.
Can you choose a two-person kayak?
Yes, you can.
The two-person kayak is paid separately - 10 $ per kayak, not per person. If you want to choose this option, please mention it in the “Special Requests” field when booking.
What shoes do you need for rafting and safari?
For rafting, you need shoes that stay securely on your feet and do not slip on wet surfaces.
You are not allowed to raft barefoot. At the rafting center, you can rent rubber shoes for 5 $ or buy them for 10 $.
For buggy and quad safari, it is better to choose closed-toe shoes.
Do you need to bring a wetsuit?
In summer, a swimsuit or swim shorts are enough for most guests.
A wetsuit is a good idea in spring, autumn, or if you get cold quickly in cool water. Wetsuit rental costs 10 $.
Where can you leave your belongings during the active part of the program?
You can leave your belongings in the cabrio bus.
While you complete the water part of the route, the bus returns to the rafting center. After the finish, you will pick up your belongings again.
It is better not to bring valuables with you on the tour.
Are photos and videos already included in the price?
No, professional photos and video are paid separately.
Photos and video cost 30 $. Buying them is optional.
It is better to leave your phone at the rafting center during rafting so you do not risk it on the water.
Will a child have a separate seat on the bus?
If the child is booked as a paid participant, they will have a separate seat.
If the child travels free of charge, a separate seat is not provided. In this case, the child sits on an adult’s lap.
If you need a separate seat for your child, book them as a paid child when making your reservation.
