Green Canyon (Manavgat)
Yeşil Kanyon
A jade-green canyon lake formed by the Oymapınar Dam. Boats glide between steep stone walls, and swimming stops are part of the trip.
The Green Canyon is a long, narrow reservoir created by damming the upper Manavgat River. Its roughly 14 km of canyon are lined with steep cliffs covered in pine forest, and the water takes on a milky green color from its mineral content. The most common option is a boat tour with lunch (about 4–5 hours). Stops along the way allow swimming, and you can also eat grilled trout on the shore. Boat season runs roughly May to October. It is about 100 km from Antalya, and most visitors take a one-day tour that includes transfers.
Opening hours
Boat tours approx. 09:30–16:00 (seasonal)
Nearby sights
- Manavgat Waterfall
- Side Ancient City
- Temple of Apollo, Side
- Aspendos Theatre
- Köprülü Canyon National Park
- The Land of Legends
- Lara Beach
- Perge