Rafting & Quad Safari Combi Tour

The main attraction here is the two-part adventure: rafting through the Koprucay River, followed by a 20 km quad safari beside and through the river area. You get fast-moving water, canyon views, a swim stop, and a full day outside Antalya’s resort strip.

I like the way the tour combines two very different activities without making you arrange separate transport. I also like the small group limit of 10 people, which should make guide instructions easier to hear and the convoy less unwieldy. The main point to check is lunch: the schedule says lunch is served, but food and drinks are listed as extra, so confirm exactly what is included before you go.

Key details before you book

• 20 km quad route: You ride a 250cc quad beside and through the Koprucay River, with a guide leading the group.
• Rafting in Koprulu Canyon: The river runs through one of Turkey’s best-known watersports areas, surrounded by Mediterranean scenery.
• Two test drives first: You watch an instructional film, then complete two practice laps before the safari begins.
• Hotel pickup included: Collection is from the main hotel gate between 8:30 and 9:15 in an air-conditioned bus.
• Swim stop built in: You get time to swim in the river during the quad section, so bring a towel and spare clothes.
• Check the lunch detail: Lunch appears in the day’s plan, but food and drinks are not listed among the included items.

Why this Antalya combo works

A standard rafting trip gives you a wet, active morning. A quad safari gives you dust, engine noise, and a chance to steer your own machine. This tour puts both into one outing, which makes the day feel varied rather than repetitive.

You begin around the Koprucay River in Antalya Province, in the wider Koprulu Canyon National Park area. The setting is the reason to choose this trip over a generic quad ride. You are not simply circling a flat practice field all day. The route follows the river and includes sections through the surrounding natural area.

The appeal is physical and simple. You paddle, get wet, swim, eat or arrange food, then trade the raft for a 250cc quad. I like that change of pace. It gives you a morning that depends on teamwork and a later section where you control your own vehicle.

This is still an organized adventure, not a free-form ride. A tour leader guides the quad group, and the route includes a special circuit. You should expect instructions, test laps, stops, and a fixed path rather than unlimited riding wherever you please.

Morning pickup from Side-area hotels

Pickup runs from 8:30 to 9:15 in the morning, from the main gate of your hotel. Listed pickup areas include Side, Sorgun, Evrenseki, Titreyengöl, Gündoğdu, and Hotel Defne Star, along with a location identified as 8G8HR945+2WW.

The exact collection time depends on your hotel, so keep your phone available and wait at the main entrance. The air-conditioned bus matters here. Koprulu Canyon is away from the main resort area, and arranging your own ride would add cost and planning to an already long day.

The transfer also means you should not think of the advertised one-day duration as a short local activity. The active rafting and quad program is listed at about 5.5 hours, with transport around it. Wear something comfortable for the ride, and avoid arriving in your best clothes. The river and quad sections both involve water, dust, or both.

The group is limited to 10 participants. That is a useful size for an outdoor activity. You still ride and raft as part of a group, but you are less likely to feel lost in a large commercial convoy.

Rafting through the Koprucay River

At the river, you meet the rafting guide and receive a safety and technique briefing. Pay attention here, even if you have rafted before. The guide explains how to paddle, how to work with the rest of the raft, and what to do on the river.

You then board the raft and paddle along the Koprucay River. The attraction is not only the moving water. The route gives you views of Koprulu Canyon National Park and the Mediterranean surroundings, with the river providing the main focus throughout the active section.

The rafting is a group activity, so your experience depends partly on how well everyone follows the guide’s instructions. That is normal for river rafting. You are not steering alone, and the guide remains the person who manages the route and gives directions.

I like that the day includes time for a swim. After part of the river run, you can get out and cool off in the water. This is a good moment to enjoy the setting without paddling or holding on, though you should keep your towel and change of clothes ready for later.

Lunch needs a quick check

The schedule says you are served a delicious lunch during the rafting portion, but the included-items list says food and drinks are not included. Those two details do not fully match.

I would ask the operator what the lunch arrangement means before paying. It may be available at an additional charge, or the schedule may describe a meal stop that is not covered by the base price. Do not assume the $41 price includes lunch until the provider confirms it.

That small question matters on an active day. Rafting and quad riding can leave you hungry, and the transfer back to the hotel comes after the second activity.

The quad safari starts with practice laps

After rafting and the meal or meal stop, you transfer to the quad safari facility. Before you ride the main route, you watch a short instructional film about operating the quad bike.

The staff then give you two test drives around the facility. This is one of the most useful parts of the program. It gives you time to understand the throttle, steering, braking, and general balance before you leave the controlled area.

The quads are listed as 250cc machines. That gives you a proper motorized ride, but engine size alone does not tell you how difficult the route will be. The practice laps and guide-led format suggest that the activity is designed to introduce participants to the machines before the longer ride.

You should take the test drives seriously. Do not use them to show off. Get comfortable with the controls, listen to the guide, and ask for help if anything feels unclear. A quad is easy to point in a direction, but safe steering and braking matter more than speed.

Twenty kilometers beside the river

Once the group is ready, you follow the tour leader onto the 20 km route. The ride takes you beside and through the Koprucay River area, with the guide controlling the pace and directing the group through the route.

This is the section for people who want more than a brief amusement-park ride. Twenty kilometers gives you time to settle into the machine and see the surroundings from a low, open position. You are close to the ground, exposed to the weather, and more involved than you would be from a bus or raft.

The route includes a stop for swimming in the river. That break divides the ride into manageable sections and gives you a chance to cool down. After the swim, you continue driving and follow the guide through a special circuit before returning to the facility.

The word safari can sound grander than the actual format. You should expect a supervised quad excursion on a planned route, not a private wilderness expedition. That is a benefit if you want clear direction and basic structure. It may feel restrictive if you are an experienced rider looking for open terrain and independent speed.

The guide-led format also helps keep the group together. Follow the person in front of you, leave sensible space, and stay aware of the route. The aim is an enjoyable ride, not a race.

What the scenery adds

Koprulu Canyon National Park gives the trip its character. The park is known as a major watersports area in Turkey, and the Koprucay River is the central feature of the outing.

From the raft, you see the river from water level and work with the current. From the quad, you move along the river’s edge and through the surrounding route. These viewpoints complement each other. You do not simply repeat the same scenery in two vehicles.

The scenery is best treated as part of the ride, not a separate sightseeing stop. The program is active from start to finish, with no long museum visit or formal walk through the park. If you want a quiet national park visit, this is not the right format. If you want to experience the area through water and motor power, it makes good use of the setting.

Bring sunglasses, but understand that they may get splashed or dusty. A bandana, mask, suitable shoes, and other extra equipment are not included. You can decide how much protective gear you need, but proper footwear is sensible for both wet and dusty sections.

What to pack for a wet, dusty day

The official essentials are sunglasses, swimwear, a change of clothes, and a towel. Pack them in a small bag that can stay with you or be stored as directed by the operator.

Swimwear is useful for both the rafting portion and the river stop during the quad ride. Your spare clothes are not optional in practical terms. Even if you do not fall into the river, rafting can leave you wet, and the swim break gives you another chance to get soaked.

Shoes deserve attention. Suitable shoes are listed as extra equipment, which means they are not part of the base inclusion. Avoid delicate sandals or anything that comes loose easily. You should ask the operator what footwear is accepted if you are unsure.

Photos and a DVD are also extra. That gives you a choice. You can skip the purchase and focus on the activity, or pay for the offered images if you want a record of the day. Do not count on personal electronics staying dry or clean unless the operator provides a safe storage arrangement.

Pets are not allowed. The activity is not suitable for children under 3, pregnant women, or people with mobility impairments. The operator lists English, Russian, and German for the live guide, which helps if you need instructions in one of those languages.

Is $41 good value?

The advertised price is $41 per group of up to two people. That wording is unusual enough that I would confirm the final booking price, currency, and what group of up to two means in practice.

If the price truly covers two people, the value is strong on paper. You are getting hotel transport, a rafting guide, rafting equipment, insurance through Allianz, a 20 km quad ride, and an expert tour guide. Buying transport and two separate activities independently could cost more and would require extra planning.

The value is less clear if lunch, suitable shoes, photos, or other extras add noticeable charges. Food and drinks are specifically excluded, despite the lunch reference in the schedule. Ask for the full cost before you commit, especially if you want lunch or equipment supplied at the activity site.

The reserve-now-and-pay-later option is useful if your Antalya plans may change. Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund. Check the final booking terms for the exact cutoff and pickup details.

Who should choose this tour?

I would choose this for an active pair, friends, or a small family group with participants who can manage the physical demands. It suits you if you want a full day that mixes teamwork, water, driving, and scenery rather than a passive sightseeing trip.

It is also a practical pick if you are staying in the Side resort area and do not want to arrange transport to Koprulu Canyon. The included hotel pickup and drop-off remove one of the main hassles.

You should think twice if you dislike getting wet, dusty, or muddy. The trip includes rafting, a river swim, and quad riding through a natural setting. You also need to accept a group pace and follow the guide’s route.

This is not suitable for pregnant women, people with mobility impairments, or children under 3. The operator does not provide a separate age range beyond that minimum, so check the age rules for any older children before booking.

My verdict on the rafting and quad combination

Book this tour if you want two active experiences in one day and value included transport. The river setting and two different ways of seeing it give the outing more interest than a basic quad circuit or a short rafting session alone.

Before you pay, confirm the lunch cost, the meaning of the $41 group price, and which equipment is available at extra cost. If those details fit your budget, this is a good-value choice for a high-energy day in Antalya Province.

Skip it if you want a relaxed national park visit, private riding, or a carefully planned meal included without extra questions. The strongest reason to go is the combination: raft first, then ride 20 km by quad, cool off in the river, and return to the hotel with both activities handled in one booking.

FAQ

Where does the tour take place?

The activity takes place around the Koprucay River and Koprulu Canyon National Park in Antalya Province, Turkey.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes. Pickup and drop-off are provided in an air-conditioned bus from the main gate of the hotel. Pickup is scheduled between 8:30 and 9:15 in the morning.

How long does the activity last?

The tour is listed as a one-day activity. The rafting and quad program is listed at approximately 5.5 hours, not including the hotel transfers.

How far is the quad ride?

The quad safari covers 20 km beside and through the Koprucay River area.

What languages are available for the guide?

The live tour guide service is available in English, Russian, and German.

Is lunch included?

Food and drinks are listed as not included, although the schedule says lunch is served during the trip. Confirm the lunch arrangement and any extra charge with the provider before booking.

What should I bring?

Bring sunglasses, swimwear, a change of clothes, and a towel. Bandanas, masks, sunglasses, suitable shoes, photos, and a DVD are listed as extra items or services.