Manavgat River Boat Tour: Waterfall, bazaar & swim

Waterfall, bazaar and a swim in one day on the Manavgat River

A full-day boat tour on the Manavgat River in Turkey's Turkish Riviera, starting with the Manavgat Waterfall, moving through two shopping stops (Dickman Textile and the Manavgat Bazaar), then returning to the river for lunch and a swim before heading back. Hotel pickup and drop-off, a guide in English or German, and all entrance fees are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Manavgat River Tour and Shopping

• Visit Manavgat Waterfalls
• Shop at Dickman Textile
• Explore Manavgat Bazaar
• Enjoy boat trip with lunch
• Swim in the river

The experience

The day starts at the Manavgat Waterfall, where you watch water flow into the river below. From there you move through two shopping stops: Dickman Textile, where locally produced fabrics sit alongside big brands at competitive prices, and the Manavgat Bazaar, one of the region's largest markets, packed with handicrafts, spices and souvenirs. The pace shifts once you board the boat for a leisurely trip along the river itself.

Lunch is served on the boat, and afterward you get time to swim in the river before the return journey. The tour runs about 10 hours door to door, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. A live guide speaks English or German throughout, and all entrance fees are covered.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• a live guide in English or German.
• entrance to the Manavgat Waterfall.
• lunch served on the boat.
• time to swim in the river.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 Apr 2027

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (7 to 12 years) · Infant (under 7): free

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.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by MTS Globe Türkiye

Is this one for you?The tour packs four distinct stops into one day (waterfall, two markets and a river swim), so it suits travelers who want variety and don't mind a full schedule. Moderate fitness helps, since you'll be moving between sites and entering the water.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (7 to 12 years); Infant (under 7): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Manavgat Waterfall like?

The Manavgat Waterfall is a natural cascade where water flows into the river below. It's the first stop of the day and gives you time to take in the sight before moving on to the shopping portion of the tour.

How much time do I spend shopping on this tour?

You visit two shopping stops: Dickman Textile, a retail destination with local fabrics and international brands, and the Manavgat Bazaar, one of the region's largest markets. The itinerary gives you time at each, though the exact duration at each stop depends on the operator's pacing.

Is lunch included, and what happens after?

Yes, lunch is served on the boat. After eating, you have time to swim in the river before heading back to your hotel.

What's included in the price?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, a live guide in English or German, entrance fees to the Manavgat Waterfall, and lunch on the boat are all included.

How long is this tour?

The tour runs approximately 10 hours from hotel pickup to drop-off.