Green Canyon boat trip from Side: 14 km cruise and swim

Two hours on the water through a 14 km canyon, then swim in the lake.

A full-day boat trip from Side that sails 14 km through Green Canyon and includes hotel pickup, a local guide in English or German, lunch, and a swimming break in the emerald waters of Oymapinar Dam. The boat departs after a short stop at the dam, cruises the canyon for two hours, and returns by late afternoon so you can spend free time swimming, fishing or paddling a canoe at the restaurant by the lake.

Step-by-step itinerary

Green Canyon boat trip and swimming

• Hotel pickup by vehicle
• Drive to Oymapinar Dam lake
• Short break at dam lake
• Boat cruise through Green Canyon
• Swimming break in lake
• Enjoy lunch at restaurant
• Free time for swimming or activities
• Return boat to pier
• Vehicle transfer back to hotel

The experience

The day starts with hotel pickup in the morning in a comfortable vehicle. You'll drive to Oymapinar Dam for a short break before boarding the boat. The real journey is the 14 km cruise through Green Canyon itself: two hours on the water with views of the canyon walls and the chance to photograph the landscape. The boat moves at a pace that suits both those who want to relax and those who want to capture images.

After the cruise, there's a swimming break in the lake. The water is turquoise and calm, surrounded by the canyon's natural walls. Lunch follows, included in the tour. Once you've eaten, the afternoon is yours: you can swim more, rest by the water, or use the restaurant's equipment for fishing or canoeing if you want something more active. The boat returns to the pier in the late afternoon, and your driver will be waiting to take you back to your hotel.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in a comfortable vehicle.
• a local guide who speaks English or German.
• lunch at the lakeside restaurant.
• soft drinks throughout the day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:30Last departure this season: 30 Nov

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 100

Live guideEnglish and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want a full day away from Side's crowds, combining a scenic boat ride with time to swim and relax by the water. The fixed itinerary (drive, cruise, swim, lunch, free time, return) fits the whole experience into one eight-hour day without requiring you to arrange transport or meals separately.

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Top questions

What languages is the guide in?

Live guide in English and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

How long is the boat ride through Green Canyon?

The cruise lasts two hours and covers 14 km through the canyon, with views of the rock walls and water the whole way.

What's included in the lunch?

Lunch is included in the tour price, served at the restaurant by the lake after the boat ride. Soft drinks are also provided. Alcoholic beverages are sold separately to those 18 and over.

Can I do activities other than swimming during the free time?

Yes. The restaurant by the lake has fishing equipment and canoes available for use during your free time in the afternoon, so you can try either of those if you prefer something more active than swimming.

What time does the tour end?

The full day is about eight hours from pickup to drop-off. The boat returns to the pier in the late afternoon, and your driver takes you back to your hotel.

Is the tour suitable for people with limited mobility?

The tour is wheelchair accessible, and transportation is wheelchair accessible as well. It's suitable for all physical fitness levels. Infants must sit on an adult's lap during the boat ride.