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OUTDOOR PURSUITS

PATARA HORSE RIDING

Horseback riding for riders of all ages and capabilities are  available for rides along the 22 kilometres of this heritage beach. Patara beach is the longest sandy beach in Turkey.

www.patarahorseriding.com

SAKLIKENT NATIONAL PARK

Meaning “hidden city” in Turkish, the spectacular Saklıkent Gorge offers dramatic scenery and a variety of outdoor activities, making it a must-visit for families and adventure travellers. Extending for 18 km (11 miles), this rock chasm, carved by mountain streams rushing down from nearby Ak Dağ – reaches a depth of 480m and is so narrow in places that no sunlight reaches the bottom. From the entrance to Saklikent National Park (Saklıkent Milli Parkı), a boardwalk built into the cliff face leads to a spit of land that juts out into the water at the point where the Gökçesu and Ulupınar springs emerge vigorously from the Saklikent Canyon.

 

Built out over the water on wooden platforms are a handful of eateries – a relaxing place to grab a simple bite or drink as you sit back and listen to the sound of rushing water below. From here, you can make your way into the narrows by wading through the ice-cold water, which, depending on the season, may come as high as the waist. Adventurous travellers wanting to traverse the entire length of Saklikent Gorge may wish to join a guided canyoning tour, as the sheer rock faces can be slippery and difficult to navigate. Other activities offered included river rafting, and there are even rustic tree houses where visitors can stay overnight.
 

XANTHOS RIVER CANOEING

An exciting day of sun, fun and nature canoeing along the beautiful Xanthos (Esen River). No canoeing experience required to share an exhilarating day in Patara National Park as guides will show you one of the most unspoilt places in the area. An active and fun day. Initial journey 45 minutes. Tour Itinerary Start at 9.45 from Kalkan, collection from your accommodation, then go to the Xanthos River.

 

Guides give you information about canoeing and places and then the adventure starts. Lunch beside the river, swim stop on the beautiful Patara Beach.

KAS/KALKAN TOURS

WhatsApp/Call: +90 532 569 67 62

askincosgun@gmail.com

www.kaskalkantours.com

SCUBA DIVING

Kalkan has an excellent diving centre for beginners.  Explore the Mediterranean Sea like never before.

KALKAN DIVE CENTRE

WhatsApp: +90 532 553 20 06

Office: +90 242 844 23 61

Email: info@kalkandiving.com

www.kalkandiving.com

PARAGLIDING

Explore the breath taking mountain scenery of the local area.

A definite must for those who enjoy an adrenalin rush! Launch into the unknown from the mountains above Kas and if the thrill of it all isn’t too much, take a bird’s eye view of Meis Island, Kas and the beautiful scenery as you glide past.

KAS/KALKAN TOURS

WhatsApp/Call: +90 532 569 67 62

askincosgun@gmail.com

www.kaskalkantours.com

PARASAILING

Aristos Water Sports offers this great activity to enjoy for sea and landscape lovers. It can be a solo event or shared with friends and family (conditions do apply). You will experience an unforgettable birds eye view, of the stunning Kalkan, Kalamar, Finaz Bays and you can even parasail past the Boat House.

 

All guests take off from the boat and soar to 100-150 metres above sea level and then land back on the boat. You can go for a glide either in the morning or take off in the afternoon (pending weather conditions). Prices vary depending on the number of participants and bookings are essential.

Aristos Water Sports provides you with a harness and a life jacket.  It is a truly serene sport and one to remember, we recommend it to anyone who loves Kalkan and wants to see it from above.

ARISTOS WATER SPORTS

+90 538 082 4405

aristoswatersports@gmail.com

www.kalkanwatersports.com/parasailing

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