Manavgat Boat Tour from Side with Lunch, Soft Drinks & Waterfall

8 Hours
English, Deutsch, Türkçe, Русский
Feb - Nov
40 people

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Tour Overview

Take a break from the busy beaches and discover a perfect blend of nature, culture and relaxation with our Side Manavgat Boat Tour & Bazaar, one of the most popular full-day excursions for guests staying in the Side region. This enjoyable program combines a peaceful river cruise, swimming at a unique river–sea junction, traditional Turkish lunch, and free time at the famous Manavgat Bazaar, together with a visit to the beautiful Manavgat Waterfall included in the price.

Your day begins with a comfortable hotel pickup from Side and nearby areas, followed by a short scenic drive to the Manavgat River pier. Here, you will board a spacious two-deck boat and start your relaxing Manavgat River Cruise. As the boat glides along the calm green waters, you can enjoy views of lush riversides, fishing boats, river birds and the quiet rhythm of local life. The atmosphere is peaceful and refreshing, making this cruise ideal for families, couples and anyone who wants to unwind.

One of the highlights of the Manavgat Boat Tour from Side is the swimming break at the point where the river meets the Mediterranean Sea. This rare natural spot allows you to swim in both fresh river water and salty sea water at the same time. You can cool off in the river, enjoy the waves of the sea, or simply relax on deck and sunbathe.

Around midday, a freshly prepared lunch is served on board, usually including grilled chicken, rice, fresh salad and bread. The meal is simple, tasty and satisfying, giving you energy for the rest of the day while you enjoy the views of the river.

After returning to the pier, the tour continues with a visit to the lively Manavgat Bazaar, one of the largest and most colorful local markets in the region. Here you will have free time to explore stalls filled with spices, Turkish sweets, textiles, souvenirs, leather goods and fresh fruits. It is a great opportunity to experience local culture, practice bargaining and buy gifts for friends and family.

All guests will visit the famous Manavgat Waterfall, where the river flows over rocks surrounded by green nature. This peaceful stop is perfect for photos and a short walk before heading back to Side.

With no hidden costs, no tourist traps and professional local guides, our Side Manavgat Boat Tour & Bazaar offers a well-organized, relaxing and culturally rich day out. In the afternoon, you will be transferred back to your hotel with beautiful photos and unforgettable memories.

Price Includes

Hotel pickup & drop-off
Tour guide
Lunch
Soft Drinks ( Coke, Sprite, Fanta and Water served in plastic glasses)
Transfer and Entrance Ticket to Manavgat Waterfall

Price Excludes

All alcoholic drinks, hot beverages, and bottled or canned soft drinks are excluded.
Photos
Any personal expenses

What to Know

Not recommended for people with walking disabilities
Pickup is available from all hotels in Gundodu, Colakli, Evrenseki, Kumkoy, Side center, Sorgun, Titreyengol, Kizilagac and Kizilot areas.
If your hotel is located in old city of Side, you should meet the pickup service in front of the Side Anadolu Türkü Evi

Itinerary

PICK UP FROM HOTELS

Our bus will pick you up at your hotel’s main security gate at the scheduled time. Please be there 5 minutes early.

RIVER CRUISE

After all guests have boarded, we begin a scenic cruise along the Manavgat River towards the river mouth (where the river meets the sea). Along the way, you’ll enjoy the stunning views of the Taurus Mountains on the left, pass by traditional shipyards, and see trout farms on the right. If weather conditions allow, we head out to the open sea for a short cruise, then return to the river and stop for a refreshing swimming break.

SWIMMING BREAK

The swimming break lasts approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on weather conditions. During this time, you can swim either in the fresh river water or in the salty sea, enjoy delicious homemade gözleme prepared by local women at very affordable prices, or rent a jet ski for an extra thrill.

LUNCH

While you enjoy your swimming break, a delicious lunch of grilled chicken, salad, and bulgur rice will be freshly prepared on board. Once you return to the boat, lunch will be served.

RELAXING CRUISE BACK TO MANAVGAT

After lunch, we cruise back to our pier in Manavgat. From there, our buses will take you to Manavgat Waterfall, where you’ll have around 30 minutes of free time, followed by a visit to the Manavgat Bazaar with approximately 1.5 hours to explore at your leisure.