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Green Canyon Boat Trip from Side with Lunch and Hotel Pickup

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Overview

Escape the busy coast on a relaxing Green Canyon boat trip from Side. Cruise across Oymapınar Lake, enjoy an included lakeside lunch and swim when conditions allow. Hotel transfers and local soft drinks on board are included. Check available dates and book your day in nature.
  • Duration 8 Hours For activities that include transfer, transfer time is included.
  • Departure Location Side
  • Language English, Turkish, German, Russian
  • Tour typeDaily Tours Activities
  • Pick Up Place
    Hotel pickup and return are included from covered accommodation in Side, Kumköy, Evrenseki, Çolaklı, Gündoğdu, Titreyengöl, S… Read more Read less Hotel pickup and return are included from covered accommodation in Side, Kumköy, Evrenseki, Çolaklı, Gündoğdu, Titreyengöl, Sorgun, Kızılağaç and Kızılot. Pickup is usually between 08:00 and 09:15. Your exact time depends on the hotel and will be confirmed with your reservation.

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Highlights

  • Admire forested shores, dramatic canyons and Taurus Mountain views
  • Enjoy optional freshwater swimming stops when conditions permit
  • Relax over an included lunch at a restaurant beside the lake
  • Enjoy local soft drinks served during the boat cruise
  • Travel comfortably with transfers from covered Side-area hotels

Full Description

Discover Green Canyon on a relaxing boat tour from Side

A peaceful day on the green waters of the canyon

Escape the busy coast and explore Oymapınar Dam Lake near Manavgat. The calm freshwater reservoir, forested shores and Taurus Mountain scenery make Green Canyon a memorable place to spend a day in nature. This tour from Side combines a scenic boat cruise, an included lakeside lunch, optional swimming and return transfers from covered hotels.

Scenic cruise on Oymapınar Lake

Travel inland in an air-conditioned tour bus, then board the boat for a peaceful trip across the lake. Admire rocky canyon slopes, wooded hills and reflections on the water. Local soft drinks are included on board during the boat cruise. Bring your camera for the mountain views.

Optional freshwater swimming

When weather, water conditions and operating arrangements allow, there is an opportunity to swim in the lake. Swimming is not compulsory. Guests who prefer to stay dry can relax and enjoy the scenery from the boat. Always follow the crew's safety instructions.

Lunch beside the lake

Your included lunch is served at a lakeside restaurant, not on the boat. Drinks ordered at the restaurant are charged separately, even though local soft drinks are included on the cruise. Ice cream and optional photography or video services are also extra.

Hotel pickup from Side and nearby resorts

Return transfers cover specified hotels in Side, Kumköy, Evrenseki, Çolaklı, Gündoğdu, Titreyengöl, Sorgun, Kızılağaç and Kızılot. Pickup is generally between 08:00 and 09:15. Wait outside your hotel's main entrance or security gate, rather than in the lobby. Follow the exact time and meeting point in your booking confirmation.

The overall outing is approximately eight hours including transfers, although guests collected earlier or returned later may spend a little longer. Hotels are usually reached around 16:00–16:30, subject to traffic and conditions.

A peaceful experience for families and couples

Unlike a lively Mediterranean boat party, this freshwater excursion focuses on nature, relaxation and photography. Families, couples and visitors who do not wish to swim can still enjoy the cruise and lunch.

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Book your Green Canyon cruise

Choose your date, check current availability and book your Green Canyon boat tour from Side with lunch and hotel transfers included.

What's included

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and return from covered Side-area hotels
  • Transport by air-conditioned tour bus
  • Green Canyon boat cruise on Oymapınar Dam Lake
  • Professional tour guiding
  • Lunch at a lakeside restaurant
  • Local soft drinks served on board
  • Optional swimming opportunities when conditions permit

What's not included

  • Drinks ordered at the lakeside restaurant
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Optional photo and video services
  • Ice cream and personal expenses

When & Where

Event days
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Departure Location
Side

Know Before You Go

  • Duration: Around eight hours including transfers; some hotel routes may take longer.
  • Pickup and return: Pickup usually 08:00–09:15; return around 16:00–16:30. Follow your confirmed hotel pickup time.
  • Meeting point: Outside the hotel's main entrance or security gate, not in the lobby.
  • Swimming: Optional and subject to weather, water conditions and crew instructions.
  • Bring: Swimwear, towel, sun protection, comfortable clothes and a camera.
  • Food and drinks: Lakeside restaurant lunch and local soft drinks on the boat are included. Restaurant drinks are extra.
  • Other extras: Alcoholic drinks, ice cream, photo and video services.
  • Accessibility: The tour is not wheelchair accessible. Children need adult supervision.
  • Changes: The itinerary and times may vary for operational or weather-related reasons.

Frequently asked questions

Is the tour on the sea?

No. The cruise takes place on Oymapınar Dam Lake, a freshwater reservoir near Manavgat.

Is lunch included?

Yes, at a restaurant by the lake. Restaurant drinks cost extra.

Are drinks included?

Local soft drinks are included on the boat only.

Do I have to swim?

No. Swimming is optional and depends on suitable conditions.

Is hotel transfer included?

Yes, from covered Side-area hotels in both directions.

Pickup & Meeting Point

Pick Up Place

Hotel pickup and return are included from covered accommodation in Side, Kumköy, Evrenseki, Çolaklı, Gündoğdu, Titreyengöl, Sorgun, Kızılağaç and Kızılot. Pickup is usually between 08:00 and 09:15. Your exact time depends on the hotel and will be confirmed with your reservation.

Meeting Point

Meet your transfer vehicle outside the main entrance or security gate of your hotel, on the accessible main road where applicable. Pickup does not take place inside the lobby or reception area. Follow the details confirmed with your reservation.

Departure zone

Additional information

Green Canyon boat tour from Side: daily itinerary

The schedule is indicative. The hotel pickup, approximate lake arrival and return windows reflect the usual programme; intermediate activity times are estimates and are not guaranteed departure or stop times.

08:00–09:15 – Pickup from your hotel in Side

Meet your driver outside your hotel's main entrance or security gate and travel inland towards the Taurus Mountains. Exact pickup times vary by hotel.

Around 09:45 – Arrival at Oymapınar Dam Lake

Arrive in Green Canyon, prepare to board the boat and enjoy the views over the mountain reservoir.

Approximately 10:00–11:30 – Scenic Green Canyon cruise

Relax on the freshwater lake surrounded by forested shores and rocky canyon landscapes. Local soft drinks are included on board.

Approximately 11:30–12:00 – Optional swimming break

If local conditions permit, enjoy a refreshing swim. Swimming is optional and guests may remain on board.

Approximately 12:15–13:15 – Lakeside restaurant lunch

Enjoy your included lunch beside the water. Restaurant drinks are not included.

Approximately 13:15–14:15 – More lake scenery

Enjoy the peaceful Green Canyon setting, relax and take photographs. The exact route and stops depend on operations.

Approximately 14:15–14:30 – Return to the dock

Disembark and meet your transfer vehicle for the return journey.

Approximately 16:00–16:30 – Return to your hotel

Arrive back in the Side area. Times vary with hotel location, traffic and conditions.

Tour duration

Allow approximately eight hours for the complete trip including transfers. The indicative programme allows around four to five hours in the lake area, including lunch. Check available dates and book online.

Period & Price

Validity period

01 March 2026 15 December 2026

Side

Period & Price — Side
Ticket type Price
Adult 8+ € 36.0
Child 4–7 € 20.0
Infant 0–3 € 0.0

Validity period

01 March 2027 15 December 2027

Side

Period & Price — Side
Ticket type Price
Adult 8+ € 36.0
Child 4–7 € 22.0
Infant 0–3 € 0.0

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