Muğla, Turkey
Saklikent Gorge is an 18-kilometer-long canyon in southwestern Turkey. Visitors walk a suspended boardwalk and wade upstream through a freezing river.
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Discover the main canyon and popular safari circuit stops.
The inner canyon is strictly a summer activity.
Winter high water makes wading unsafe.
Plan your visit
Allow 1 to 2 hours for the river wade. Full-day safari tours take about 8 hours.
Visit between May and October. The water levels drop enough to allow safe walking.
Drive 45 to 50 minutes east from Fethiye. A large paid parking lot is at the entrance.
Adult entry is around 250 TL. Jeep safaris start from $25 to $35, excluding drinks.
Saklikent Gorge cuts 18 kilometers (11 miles) deep into the Taurus Mountains. The sheer limestone walls reach 300 meters (984 feet) high. The icy Karaçay River carved this massive landscape over millennia.
Visitors enter via a 200-meter suspended boardwalk. The path is bolted to the cliff above the rushing water. Read more about the Gorge & River.
After the boardwalk, the true activity begins. You wade upstream against the river current. The water stays between 5°C and 8°C (41°F to 46°F) year-round. Check out Saklikent Packing List to prepare.
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205 reviews of the safari from kas & kalkan on Viator
Great experience! It was a very full and active day, while still managing to feel not rushed. Food was good and wonderful tour guide who would give us background information at the different sites. Furthermore, the tour still went through even though it was just the two of us, would recommend to anyone!
Very well organized, multiple locations covered and good explanation :) the melon at the beach was a positive surprise and in general felt very safe and taken care of by Ali!
We had the best day….loads of laughter lots of fun and very wet and wild….our Tour man was absolutely fantastic and joined in with us which made the day even better….100% worth the money and we got photos to look back on memories and we will definitely be doing tours with you again in May 2027 and August 2027 Thankyou 😊
Great fun take a waterproof bag and a couple of changes of clothes The guide was great and up for a laugh Zip wire fun but fun River in rings was great And then the large jeep in the water was great fun just don’t believe him if he says the best place is in the front !!!! We didn’t venture into the mud but it looked great I will definitely do this again Thank you to all of you x
Very nice tour, small 10 -12 person group. On time pick up. Smooth journey. The guide was very nice and knowledgable. The gorge and waterfall both very beautiful. Tlos was nice too.
Our guide was so helpful and so knowledgeable. And the experience overall was beautiful and educational.
Amazing fun day for all age groups, thoroughly thrilling activities. Victory was an amazing tour guide and gave lots of information about local history. Would 100% recommend this excursion to anyone wanting a fun filled day out.
The most amazing day out. Action packed full of fun, great adventure, laughter and adrenaline. Including an amazing lunch. Would do it again for sure! Highly recommend. Lovely bus driver and guide. Can’t fault at all!
Very experienced guide and Tlos was great. Good local lunch could have missed Yakapark as was, in my opinion, not necessary
Travel tips
Entrance Fee Guide2026 admission costs, student discounts, and extra activity prices.Read 
Fethiye Transport OptionsCompare buses, driving, and jeep safaris to Saklikent from Fethiye.Read 
Jeep Safari DetailsSee exactly what a full-day Fethiye jeep safari to the gorge includes.Read 
Best time to visitFind out the best months to hike Saklikent Gorge and avoid closures.Read 
Saklikent Packing ListWhat to wear and pack for wading through the freezing Saklikent Gorge.Read Kids at SaklikentSafety tips, water temperatures, and boardwalk access for families.Read General admission is around 250 TL for adults. Students pay a discounted rate. Read more about the Entrance Fee Guide.
Yes. The riverbed is incredibly slippery and the current is strong. Flip-flops will fall off. See Saklikent Packing List for details.
The Karaçay River maintains a frigid temperature of 5°C to 8°C (41°F to 46°F) year-round. It is very cold when you first step in.
You can drive 45 to 50 minutes east. You can also take a dolmuş (minibus) from the Fethiye bus station, or join a jeep safari. Check Fethiye Transport Options.
The park is open year-round, but wading is restricted. During winter and after heavy rains, the inner canyon is closed due to dangerous water levels.
The name 'Saklıkent' translates to 'hidden city' in Turkish.
Book your safari early to secure a spot during the busy summer months.
