Our Goynuk Canyon tour from Kemer is a walk along trails between mountains and rock walls, with cool mountain pools to swim in and shade to rest in. If you want a more active day, body rafting, a boat ride through the narrow part of the canyon and a zipline are available on site at extra cost.
We pick up guests from hotels in Beldibi, Kemer, Göynük, Tekirova, Çamyuva and Kiriş.
Book your seat online with no prepayment — you pay the driver on the day of the tour.
Goynuk Canyon tour from Kemer at a glance
- Departure: in the morning, between about 08:00 and 09:00 (you can request an afternoon departure when you book); back at your hotel between about 12:30 and 13:30
- Walking route: about 2 km each way inside the canyon
- Total time: about 3.5–4.5 hours including the transfer, with about 3 hours of free time in the canyon
- Payment: cash to the driver ($, €, ₺)
Tour programme
- 08:00–09:00 | Hotel pickup
We pick up guests at the hotel gate, by the security post, just past the barrier, between about 08:00 and 09:00. We’ll put the exact pickup time for your hotel on your e-ticket once your booking is confirmed.
- Transfer to the Goynuk Canyon entrance
By jeep, minibus or open-top bus, depending on the departure time and the area your hotel is in. The canyon is close to Kemer, so the drive is short.
- Entrance ticket
The canyon ticket is included in the price and gets you through the main entrance into the canyon.
- Route and activities briefing
At the entrance, canyon staff explain the route, the rules and the optional activities, usually in Russian and English.
- Free time in the canyon
From here, the time is yours: walk, sit by the water, swim or drop in at the café. If you’d like a snack or a drink, you can buy one there at extra cost.
- Trail walk, time by the water and photos
From the entrance to the narrow part of the canyon it’s about 2 km along a trail past rocks, trees and mountain pools. You don’t need any special fitness, but it’s best to wear comfortable shoes: the stones can be slippery.
- A swim in the mountain pools, if you like
The water stays cool even in summer, and the bottom and the stones can be uneven. Please don’t leave children unattended near the water.
- Optional extra activities
Body rafting (€25), a boat ride deeper into the gorge (€30) and the zipline (€25) are paid for separately on site. Whether they run depends on the weather, the water level and queues in high season.
- 12:30–13:30 | Back to your hotel
After your free time, you walk to the agreed meeting point, where your vehicle is waiting. You’ll be back at your hotel between about 12:30 and 13:30.
How does the Goynuk Canyon tour from Kemer work?
Morning pickup, or an afternoon departure on request
We pick up guests at the hotel gate, by the security post, just past the barrier, between about 08:00 and 09:00. We’ll put the exact pickup time for your hotel on your e-ticket once your booking is confirmed. If an afternoon departure suits you better, please mention it in the “Special Requests” field when you book.
A short transfer by jeep, minibus or open-top bus
Depending on the departure time and the area your hotel is in, you travel by jeep, minibus or open-top bus.
As the canyon lies just outside Kemer, the journey doesn’t take long. It’s a simple way to swap a few hours on the beach for a walk in nature.
Entrance ticket included, then the canyon at your own pace
At the main entrance you receive your ticket and go into the canyon. Canyon staff explain where the route goes, what the rules are and which extra activities you can choose, usually in Russian and English.
After that you have about 3 hours of free time, and how you spend it is up to you: stroll along the trails, sit by the water, have a swim, take photos or drop in at the café on site. Anything you eat or drink there is optional and paid separately.
A two-kilometre trail past rocks and mountain pools
From the entrance to the narrow section of the canyon it’s about 2 km on foot. The trail leads past rocks, trees and mountain pools. The route needs no special fitness, but comfortable shoes will make the walk easier.
On a hot day the air in the canyon feels fresher: the water stays cool even in summer, and the rocks and trees give you shade. Please watch your step when walking and swimming, as wet stones can be slippery, and children should always be supervised near the water.
The narrow gorge between high rock walls
The walking route ends where the narrow gorge begins. This is the part of Goynuk you see in most photos and videos.
You can go deeper into the gorge at extra cost, either by boat or on a body rafting trip. Body rafting means floating with the current in special gear, without a boat.
A boat for up to six, or a two-line zipline
If you’d rather not get into the water, choose the boat ride: it goes about 300 metres into the gorge and takes up to 6 people.
The canyon also has a zipline: two lines with a total length of about 600 metres.
All the extra activities are optional and paid separately. Availability on the day of your trip depends on the weather, the water level and high-season queues.
Back to your hotel from the meeting point
When your free time is over, you walk to the meeting point, where your transfer is waiting for you. You’ll be back at your hotel between about 12:30 and 13:30. The exact time depends on your area, traffic and the group’s pace.
Goynuk Canyon is a good choice if you’d like to spend half a day among mountains and rocks near Kemer, without a long drive or a packed schedule.
Book your seat online with no prepayment and pay the driver on the day of the tour.
Video of our Goynuk Canyon tour
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What is included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Entrance ticket to Goynuk Canyon
- Insurance
What is not included
- Zipline (two lines with a total length of about 600 m, for guests weighing 20–100 kg) — €25, optional
- Body rafting (through the water section of the canyon, from age 6) — €25, optional
- Boat ride deeper into the canyon (up to 6 people, about 300 m) — €30, optional
- Combos: body rafting + zipline — €45, zipline + boat — €50
- Drinks during the tour — optional
- Food at the café in the canyon — optional
- Personal expenses: photos, souvenirs and other purchases
Prefer an active day? Compare the options
Goynuk Canyon is a relaxed half-day out: trails, mountain pools and nature close to Kemer. If the activities themselves matter more to you, such as rafting, a zipline or a buggy ride, take a look at
Combo Rafting and Tazi Canyon 6 in 1 from Kemer | $40: six activities in one day, with lunch, equipment and transfer included in the price.
What to bring
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Closed shoes with non-slip soles
- Comfortable clothes for walking
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses and a sun hat
- Water for the journey and the walk
- Phone or camera
- Money for drinks, the café, extra activities and personal expenses
Distance to Goynuk Canyon
- Beldibi to Goynuk Canyon: 5 km, about 10 minutes
- Göynük to Goynuk Canyon: 5 km, about 10 minutes
- Kemer to Goynuk Canyon: 10 km, about 15 minutes
- Kiriş to Goynuk Canyon: 10 km, about 15 minutes
- Çamyuva to Goynuk Canyon: 15 km, about 20 minutes
- Tekirova to Goynuk Canyon: 25 km, about 30 minutes
Distances and travel times are based on Google Maps and are intended as a guide. The actual journey time depends on traffic and on how long it takes to pick up guests from other hotels.
Discounts
- Book at least 7 days in advance — 4% off
- Book at least 30 days in advance — 5% off
- $1 off for each person in your booking who follows our Instagram (@goldwaytravel)
- Discounts can’t be combined: choose either the early booking discount or the follower discount, whichever saves you more
FAQ about the Goynuk Canyon tour from Kemer
How much does the Goynuk Canyon tour cost?
The tour costs $20 for everyone aged 3+, children 0–2 free. The price includes the Goynuk Canyon entrance ticket, insurance and hotel transfer.
How do I book the Goynuk Canyon tour from Kemer?
Choose the date and the number of adults and children in the “Online Booking” form; the total is worked out automatically. In the form that opens, enter your full name, hotel, WhatsApp number and email, then send it. No prepayment: you pay the driver on the day of the tour. Once your booking is confirmed, we send you an e-ticket with the exact pickup time via WhatsApp or Telegram. For step-by-step instructions with pictures, see
“How to book a tour”.
Will someone explain where to go and what we can do in the canyon?
Yes. At the entrance, canyon staff explain how the site is laid out, where the walking route goes and which extra activities are on offer. The briefing is usually in Russian and English. After that, you decide how to spend your time: walk, relax by the water, swim or pick an activity on site.
Can we just go for a walk, without body rafting, the boat or the zipline?
Yes, you can come just for the walk and the scenery. The extra activities are optional. You can stroll through the canyon, sit by the water, swim in a mountain pool and take photos among the rocks and greenery.
Can I walk into the narrow part of the canyon that you see in photos?
On foot you can only go as far as the start of the narrow section. Beyond that point, where the water flows between high rock walls, you’re not allowed to continue on your own. To get deeper into the gorge, you can choose body rafting or a boat ride on site.
Is there a mountain trail to walk before body rafting?
Sometimes, before body rafting starts, guests walk a short stretch of mountain trail with a gentle climb. It’s an easy hike, but this is still mountain terrain, with stones, water and uneven ground. Comfortable shoes are a good idea, and it’s worth deciding in advance whether a route like this suits you.
Do I need to be able to swim?
You don’t need to swim for an ordinary walk through the canyon, or for body rafting either: participants are given life jackets. If you plan to go swimming, though, please be realistic about your own abilities: the water in the canyon is cool, and the bottom and the stones can be uneven.
Is the tour suitable for older guests?
It can be, if they’re comfortable walking on uneven paths. The canyon has stones, stretches along the water and short climbs. Before the trip, please think about whether they’ll manage this kind of walk.
Can we come with a small child or a pushchair?
You can come with a small child, but a pushchair may be awkward in the canyon. This is a natural site, and not all the paths are even. Parents need to be ready for stones and to keep a close eye on their child near the water.
Will my child have their own seat in the vehicle?
Children with a paid ticket get their own seat in the vehicle. Children aged 0 to 2 travel free and sit on an adult’s lap, without a seat of their own. If your child needs their own seat, please book a paid ticket for them.
What do I pay for separately?
Drinks, food at the café, personal expenses and the extra activities in the canyon are paid separately. You choose them and pay on site, only if you want them. There’s nothing extra to pay for the walk along the main route.
