Alanya Jeep Safari: Mountain Tracks, Village & River Swim
from €26 per person Details
Sapadere Canyon Jeep Safari from Alanya
Land Rovers east of Alanya, past banana farms and a mountain village, to a narrow limestone gorge with a boardwalk, small falls and pools of very cold spring water.
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Operating days
- Daily
- Pickup
- 09:30 → 16:30
- Destination
- Alanya
Most safaris near Alanya send you towards the Dim River. This one turns the other way: east along the coast, then up into the Taurus to Sapadere, where a slot of limestone hides one of the prettiest walks in the region. You ride in open Land Rovers, so expect dust, wind and the odd bucket of water thrown from a neighbouring jeep.
Banana farms and a village in the hills
The route leaves the highway among greenhouses and banana plantations that climb the slopes above the sea. A viewing stop gives you the coast from above. After that comes a visit option to the Dwarves Cave, a small limestone cavern (€3 at the entrance), and a break in Sapadere village, where the road narrows and the air cools. Water games between the vehicles start about here.
Inside the canyon
Lunch comes first, with chicken, salad, pasta or rice and a grilled-fish alternative. Then you walk the wooden boardwalk, roughly 360 metres, between sheer walls hung with ferns and plane trees, beside little cascades. At the far end is a natural pool fed by a spring; it stays near 12°C all summer, so most people go in for a minute and come out grinning. The canyon ticket is already paid.
Prefer a lazy swim in a river? Go for the Alanya jeep safari. Need a bigger day with lake and boat? The Green Canyon jeep safari covers that.
Highlights
- Open-top Land Rover ride
- 360 m boardwalk past small waterfalls
- Dip in icy natural pools (about 12°C)
- Banana farms and Sapadere village
- Optional Dwarves Cave stop
- Lunch with a fish option, plus water games
Itinerary
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09:30
Hotel pickup
We collect you in the Alanya area; exact time is sent after booking.
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10:15
Banana farms
A viewpoint stop above the coast.
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11:00
Dwarves Cave
Optional look inside the limestone cave (€3).
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11:45
Sapadere village
A short halt in the mountain village.
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12:15
Water games
Splashing contest between the jeeps.
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13:00
Lunch
Chicken, salad, pasta or rice; fish on request.
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14:15
Sapadere Canyon
Boardwalk, falls and a swim in the cold pools.
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16:30
Drop-off
Back at your hotel in the Alanya area.
Included / Not included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in the Alanya area
- Jeep safari with guide
- Lunch (grilled chicken, salad, pasta or rice)
- Canyon entrance ticket
Not included
- Drinks
- Dwarves Cave ticket (€3)
- Open-top jeep upgrade (+€5 per person)
- Personal expenses
Packages & options
Optional extras
- Dwarves Cave entrance€3
- Open-top jeep upgrade (per person)€5
paid on site
Good to know
Good to know
- The canyon water is about 12°C.
- Boards and steps can be slippery; wear grippy shoes.
- Not suitable for guests with serious back or mobility issues.
- Keep phones and cameras protected during water games.
What to bring
- Swim shorts or swimsuit, towel
- Non-slip shoes for wet boards
- Sandals or water shoes for the pools
- Sun cream and hat
- Light jacket and some cash
Frequently asked questions
How cold is the canyon water?
Around 12°C all year, since it comes from a spring. A short dip is plenty for most people.
Is the walk hard?
No. It is a 360 m wooden walkway with a handful of steps. Boards get wet, so choose shoes that grip. Anyone with serious mobility problems should not book.
What do I pay extra for?
You settle drinks, the Dwarves Cave (€3) and the optional open-top jeep (+€5 each) on the day.
Can kids come along?
Yes – jeeps and splashing are usually a hit. Ages 3–11 get the child fare; hold small hands on the wet boards.
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