Manavgat Waterfall (Manavgat Selalesi) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience Manavgat Waterfall. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Perge, Aspendos, Side, and Waterfall Full Day Tour

• Perge, Aspendos, Side, and Manavgat Waterfall Tour

• Green Canyon Jeep and Boat Tour with Lunch

• Jeep Safari Adventure around Green Canyon with Boat Tour

• Green Canyon: Side Jeep Safari with Lunch & Waterfall & Boat Trip

There is a small admission fee to access the viewpoint at Manavgat Waterfall. Many travelers opt to visit on a tour from Side: Boat cruises along the Manavgat River start at about US$20, while full-day tours, including a stop at the waterfall, start at about US$30.

Yes, Manavgat Waterfall is one of the region's most-visited natural wonders and a popular day trip from Side. Tours are often the most convenient way to visit, letting you skip the hassle of public transportation and combine a cruise along the Manavgat River with other nearby sights.

Per one customer who booked the Perge, Aspendos, Side, and Waterfall Full Day Tour, "A whole day out. Great sites and Fatima was an excellent guide—informative, friendly, and really good at keeping everything on schedule to ensure we got the most out of each stop. Perge was beautiful, and we had it to ourselves, which was fantastic as I'm sure it gets very busy. The best place for souvenirs is Side. Wasn't expecting the shopping, but makes a great final stop. Would highly recommend this tour, especially with Fatima."

From Side, it’s about a 20-minute drive or taxi ride to Manavgat Waterfall. Most travelers visit the waterfall as part of a tour, but you can also arrive by public transport. Take a dolmus (minibus) from Side to Manavgat town (20 minutes), then another to the waterfall (five minutes).

Most visitors come to Manavgat Waterfall to admire the views from the observation deck. You can also take a boat tour along the Manavgat River and see the falls from the water, dine at one of the riverside restaurants, or swim further along the Manavgat River.

Yes, there are restaurants, cafés, and kiosks at Manavgat Waterfall, where you can enjoy a cold drink, buy ice cream, or sit down for a typical Turkish-style lunch. Most restaurants sit on the west shore of Manavgat Waterfall and offer terrace seating overlooking the falls.

No, swimming is not allowed at Manavgat Waterfall. However, there are other spots along the Manavgat River where it’s possible to swim, and many tours include a stop to cool off in the river before arriving at the waterfall. Remember that swimming in the river is at your own risk.

Manavgat Waterfall is open yearly, but opening times vary throughout the year. Typically, the falls are open from 9am and close between 6pm in the low season (November through March) and 9pm in the high season (April through September). The opening hours of the riverside restaurants and shops may vary.

Yes, the viewing area at Manavgat Waterfall and some restaurants are wheelchair-accessible. However, note that buses and boat cruises to and from Manavgat Waterfall are inaccessible for wheelchair users. If you need special assistance, it’s best to book a tour.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting Manavgat Waterfall. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in and around Side:

• Köprülü Canyon

• Temple of Apollo

• Side Museum (Side Muzesi)

• Water Planet Aquapark

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Side.