Spend a day cruising the emerald reaches of Green Canyon with swim stops, lakeside lunch, and chances to spot the rare brown fish owl. This full-day boat tour from Alanya and Side combines easy paddling-free access with dramatic canyon scenery.
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Morning light slices between pine-clad ridges as the convoy collects guests from Alanya and Side, then winds inland toward the reservoir carved behind Oymapınar Dam. By mid-morning the boat slips into a narrow throat of water; canyon walls close in and the lake smooths to glass, reflecting layered limestone and cedar slopes.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; basic mobility for boarding a boat and short walks at the restaurant is helpful.
Wildlife
History
The canyon’s present lake formed after the construction of the Oymapınar Dam which reshaped river valleys into the reservoir enjoyed today.
Conservation
The area is sensitive to litter and disturbance; stick to provided paths, avoid anchoring on reed beds, and carry out any trash to protect nesting birds and water quality.
Reserve your spot on the From Alanya, Side: Full Day Green Canyon Boat Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring water shoes
Shallow, rocky swim exits make water shoes useful for comfort and traction when entering or leaving the lake.
Sun protection matters
Long stretches on open water mean sunscreen, hat and polarized sunglasses will make the day more comfortable.
Carry motion remedies
If you’re prone to seasickness, take preventiva or pick a seat near the boat’s center for a steadier ride.
Respect wildlife distance
Keep noise low during wildlife watches—birds like the brown fish owl are sensitive to disturbance and best viewed quietly.
Swimwear & quick-dry towel
For swim stops and quick drying after freshwater swims.
summer
Water shoes
Protects feet on rocky lake bottoms and when stepping onto shore.
summer
Sunscreen and hat
Open-water sun exposure can be intense even with intermittent shade.
summer
Light windbreaker or fleece
Mornings and late afternoons on the water can be cool, especially off the shaded canyon walls.
spring