Tazi Canyon Tour From Belek

Tazi Canyon reaches a height of around 400 meters at its highest points. The cliffs rise steeply from the Köprüçay River below, offering breathtaking panoramic views. Some viewpoints stand over 410 meters above the canyon floor, making it one of the most dramatic gorges in southern Turkey. 

Tazi Canyon is located in Köprülü Canyon National Park, within the Manavgat district of Antalya Province in southern Turkey. It lies between the small villages of Gaziler and Karabük, about 10 km north of the famous Köprülü River rafting area. The canyon is roughly halfway between Antalya city and the mountain region of Isparta, surrounded by dense pine forests and limestone cliffs.

Tazi Canyon is a natural formation shaped over millions of years by the erosive force of the Köprüçay River cutting through limestone rocks. The region has been part of ancient Pisidia, an area known for its rugged terrain and mountain settlements. While the canyon itself has no direct archaeological sites, the nearby ruins of Selge, an ancient Pisidian city, show that this area was inhabited since the Hellenistic period. The canyon remained largely undiscovered by tourism until around 2017–2018, when drone and social media photos made it famous worldwide as “Avatar Canyon.”

If you wish to visit independently, you can drive or rent a car from Antalya, Belek, or Side:
✓ From Antalya: about 105 km, roughly 2 hours by car.
✓ From Belek: about 76 km, around 1 hour 20 minutes drive.
✓ From Side: about 83 km, roughly 1 hour 30 minutes drive.
✓ You follow the Antalya–Manavgat–Köprülü Canyon route, passing through Beşkonak village and then a 15 km mountain road leading up to the viewing area. The last section is narrow and unpaved, so a jeep or SUV is recommended. There are no public buses directly to the canyon, so joining our tour or private transfer from Belek Travel is easier.

The canyon’s depth varies from 200 to 400 meters, depending on the section. The narrowest parts create a dramatic vertical drop from the viewing point to the Köprüçay River below. These deep limestone walls were formed by continuous river erosion over thousands of years, creating a visually striking and geologically important landscape.

Tazi Canyon is about 76 kilometers from Belek, with an average travel time of 1.5 hours by car or transfer bus. Our tours from Belek include hotel pickup, local guide, and optional activities such as zipline or rafting.

✓ In summer (May–September):
Light, breathable clothes, shorts, T-shirt, sunglasses, hat, and comfortable walking shoes. Bring sunscreen and water, as the viewpoint area can be hot and exposed.
✓ In winter (November–March):
Temperatures drop, especially in the mountains. Wear a warm jacket, long trousers, and waterproof shoes. The road may be muddy, and mornings can be cool.

The standard Tazi Canyon tour from Belek lasts about 6 to 7 hours in total, including transfers. The itinerary usually includes:
1.5 hours travel each way
1 hour at the Tazi Canyon viewpoint for photos and free time
Optional zipline or rafting activity (2–3 hours)
Lunch stop near the Köprüçay River
Combo tours with rafting and zipline can take up to 8 hours, while private tours are more flexible in timing.