Sorgun sits on the pine-fringed edge of Side, which makes it one of the easiest resort areas to reach the rafting from. If you're staying here and wondering how the day actually unfolds, this is your plain-English walkthrough, from the minibus at your lobby to the last splash on the Koprucay river.
For live availability, pricing and the exact tour options built for this resort, start with our dedicated rafting from Sorgun page. This article covers the practical side: the journey, the timings and what to pack.
How free hotel pickup works from Sorgun
Pickup from Sorgun hotels is included on standard group tours. A minibus does a short round of the resort in the morning, collecting guests from hotel entrances before heading inland. Because Sorgun is compact and close to the Manavgat road, it's usually one of the smoother collection points in the whole coastal corridor.
We won't print an exact clock time here, and you should be wary of anyone who does before your booking is confirmed. Your final pickup window is arranged once you've booked and depends on your specific hotel and the day's route. As a rule, expect an unhurried morning start and to be back at your hotel by late afternoon or early evening.
- Where to wait: your hotel lobby or main entrance, ready a little early.
- What to bring: swimwear under your clothes, a towel, secured sandals or old trainers, and some cash for lunch drinks or photos.
- Leave behind: phones and valuables you can't afford to soak, unless you have a waterproof case.
The journey from Sorgun up to Koprulu Canyon
The drive inland is genuinely part of the experience. From Sorgun it's around 50 km up towards Beskonak and Koprulu Canyon National Park, roughly an hour on the road depending on the pickup route and how many hotels are on the run.
You'll trade the coast for climbing roads, pine forest and the first glimpses of the Taurus mountains. The last stretch follows the Koprucay valley, where the river appears in flashes of cold, clear turquoise below the road. It's a good idea to keep a light layer handy: the canyon sits higher and shadier than the beach, and the water is snowmelt, cold even in July and August.
What a rafting day involves, hour by hour
Here's the shape of the day without pretending to know the minute hand. After the morning pickup and the scenic transfer, you'll arrive at the riverside base near Beskonak. There's time to change, stow your bags and meet your team before the safety briefing.
Kitting up and the briefing
Every guest is fitted with a helmet and life jacket, both provided. A trained guide rides in every raft and runs through the paddling commands and safety basics on dry land first, so first-timers and families feel settled before boarding.
On the water
The classic run is around 14 km through the canyon, with a gentler family-friendly option of roughly 12 km. Rapids are grade II-III, lively but beginner-friendly, punchier during the spring snowmelt of April and May and calmer in high summer. Expect stretches of easy paddling between the rapids, quiet pools deep enough for a swim, and plenty of chances to simply drift and look up at the canyon walls.
Lunch and the return
Riverside lunch is typically part of the day, followed by the transfer back to Sorgun. You should be back at your hotel by late afternoon or early evening, salty-haired, sun-warmed and ready for dinner.
Which tour suits Sorgun guests?
Because Sorgun is close to the coast road, the standard group rafting day is the natural choice and the best value. Families with children from about age 6-7 tend to prefer the shorter route, while confident groups often add a combo, such as zipline or quad, to make a full day of it. You can compare everything on our tours overview and pick what fits your group.
Honest pricing for Sorgun guests
We won't quote a fixed number here, because the real price depends on a handful of things: whether you choose the classic or family route, group versus private rafting, any combo add-ons, and whether you want a professional photo and video package. Transfer distance can matter too, though from Sorgun that's rarely an issue.
One honest tip: booking direct is almost always cheaper than buying from a hotel rep or a street-side stand, and you'll see the transparent, up-to-date figure before you commit. Check the live price on the booking page rather than trusting a number quoted at your poolside.
Ready to lock in your day on the Koprucay? See availability and book your rafting from Sorgun now, with free hotel pickup included.
