Swap the beach for the mountains for a day: Sapadere Canyon in the Taurus Mountains is one of Alanya's most beautiful natural sights, with waterfalls, turquoise pools and cool fresh air even in mid-summer.
Day plan
In the morning an open-top vehicle collects you from your hotel and drives into the mountains, with a short stop in the traditional village of Sapadere. In the canyon you follow the wooden walkways along the river past small waterfalls, stopping for photos and for a dip in the ice-cold natural pools.
On the way back you stop at the Dim River for lunch at a riverside restaurant and about 1.5 hours of free time to swim and relax. A visit to the Dim Cave or the Dwarfs Cave can be added as an option. You are back at your hotel in the afternoon.
Good to know
The walk is easy and suitable for families with children. Wear comfortable shoes that can get wet and bring a swimsuit and towel – the canyon water is very cold!