Side Green Canyon Boat Trip from Side

Side

Excellent from 50 reviews
4.7/5
100% of guests recommend

Duration

6 Hours

Tour Type

Boat Trip

Group Size

40 persons

Location

Side

Overview

Escape the crowds and discover the untouched beauty of Turkey’s countryside with the Green Canyon Boat Trip from Side. Set on the tranquil Oymapınar Dam Lake, this all-inclusive tour offers crystal-clear waters, panoramic landscapes, refreshing swimming breaks, a delicious lakeside lunch, and unlimited soft drinks—all in one unforgettable day 🌞. Whether you’re traveling solo, with a partner, or with your family, this relaxing lake cruise combines nature, comfort, and adventure perfectly.


Tour Highlights

Hotel transfer from Side and Manavgat hotels ensures a comfortable start 🚐. The boat tour covers a scenic 14-kilometer route on Green Canyon’s emerald waters 🛥️, with multiple swimming stops in clear turquoise waters 🏊‍♂️. Enjoy a lakeside lunch featuring grilled chicken or fish, pasta or rice, fresh salad, and unlimited soft drinks, tea, and coffee 🍽️🥤. Free fishing rods 🎣 are available for guests, while the lush scenery, abundant wildlife, and panoramic photo opportunities 📸 make this an experience for all ages 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦.


What Is the Green Canyon

The Green Canyon is a serene freshwater lake formed by the Oymapınar Dam, nestled in the Taurus Mountains near Manavgat. Towering cliffs, dense forests, and emerald-green waters create one of the region’s most peaceful and scenic destinations 🍃, ideal for travelers seeking tranquility away from the bustling coast.


Itinerary – What to Expect

Your day begins around 09:00 with hotel pickup in an air-conditioned vehicle 🚐, followed by a scenic 45-minute drive to the marina at Oymapınar Dam Lake. At 10:00, you board a spacious double-decker boat designed for comfort 🛥️. The cruise offers a relaxing journey through majestic cliffs, pine forests, and wildlife-rich landscapes, perfect for photography 📸.

After about an hour, the boat stops at a secluded bay for a refreshing swim 🏊‍♂️. Following your dip, the boat sails to a lakeside restaurant 🍽️ where lunch is served, including grilled chicken or fish, pasta or rice, fresh salad, and unlimited soft drinks, tea, and coffee 🥤. You can relax by the water or enjoy another swim, while free fishing rods 🎣 let you try your luck in the tranquil setting.

The tour concludes with a return cruise across the lake, ending with hotel drop-off around 15:30 🚐.


Important Information

The tour runs daily with a duration of approximately 6.5 hours (09:00–15:30). The price includes transportation, boat trip, lunch, drinks, guide, and full insurance 🛡️. Children aged 4–12 receive discounted rates, and infants 0–3 are free. Don’t forget to bring your swimsuit, towel, sunglasses, sunscreen, and camera 👙🧴📸.


Why Book the Green Canyon Boat Trip

This tour is perfect for relaxing and disconnecting from city noise 🧘. Gain exclusive access to one of Turkey’s most beautiful freshwater lakes 📍, enjoy an eco-friendly and quiet experience 🍃, and make the most of a comfortable boat with shaded and sunbathing areas 🛥️. With no hidden costs, everything you need for a perfect day in nature is included ✅. Swim in turquoise waters, soak up the sun, and experience the peaceful beauty of Green Canyon Side 🌞.


Book Your Green Canyon Boat Tour Today

This tour is one of the best Side tours & excursions in Turkey.

Included/Excluded

Hotel Transport
Full Insurance
Guiding Service
Lunch
Soft Drinks
Tea & Coffee
Fishing Rods
Alcoholic Drinks
DVD And Photos
Personal Expenditures
Tips And Gratuities

Don’t Forget

Swimsuit
Sunglasses
Towel
Sun Cream
Camera

Restrictions

None

It includes

With Lunch

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Tour Location

Side

Reviews

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Lily

29/12/2025 14:24

Lily

Such a wonderful way to see the countryside away from the crowd. Kids loved swimming, and I enjoyed the lush green views while sipping unlimited soft drinks. If you're in Side with family, it's a memorable trip!
Marcus

29/12/2025 14:24

Marcus

Wonderful escape to nature on the Green Canyon Boat Trip! Plenty of swimming stops kept the kids entertained, and the boat was comfy. Lush views, stunning waters, and lots of pictures taken anonymously! Great day out with family.
Emma

29/12/2025 14:24

Emma

Honestly loved this boat trip as it was perfect for the whole family! The kids had fun swimming and spotting fish while we enjoyed the views from the boat. Lunch was tasty and fresh. Easy to relax and disconnect here!
Josh

29/12/2025 14:24

Josh

We had a fun time touring the Green Canyon by boat. Enjoyed a relaxing swim in the crystal waters. The lunch was pretty delicious too. Perfect vibe if you’re looking to chill with your family.
Sarah

29/12/2025 14:24

Sarah

The Green Canyon Boat Trip was such a blast for our family! The views were absolutely breathtaking and it was awesome that swimming breaks were peppered throughout. My kids loved the fishing rods, though not much was caught, haha. Highly recommend it for a family day out if you're around Side!
Lisa

20/12/2025 12:11

Lisa

A great choice for a family outing! Loved every bit of the tour, especially how well they took care of everyone throughout the trip. Worth every penny, and the peaceful views are something I won’t forget!
Tom

20/12/2025 12:11

Tom

This was a fantastic trip! Perfect mix of relaxation and adventure, and the nature around the canyon was absolutely breathtaking. Plus, as someone who isn’t huge on crowds, this was truly a day well spent.
Sophie

20/12/2025 12:11

Sophie

Chilled out day with all the perks! The swimming stops were brilliant fun for the kids, and the lunch was spot on. The crew was super nice, and I actually tried fishing for the first time - loved it! Super family-friendly.
Jack

20/12/2025 12:11

Jack

Very well-organized and stress-free trip from start to finish. Perfect for the kiddos as there was plenty of space on the boat and tons of sights to keep them interested. Don’t forget your camera because the views are beyond stunning!
Emma

20/12/2025 12:11

Emma

A wonderfully relaxed day with the family! The boat cruise at Green Canyon was just splendid. So many lovely photo ops and the swimming breaks in that turquoise water were heavenly. Loved the lunch too. Quite a nifty trip to escape the busy vibe of Side. 5 stars without a doubt!
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