The beauty of rafting is that no previous experience at all is required to experience this exhilarating outdoor sport. Each raft, which carries 4-8 people, is under the full control of a professional guide. You, the crew, paddle in accordance with the guide\\\'s instructions and like magic, the raft goes exactly where it is supposed to. All that is required from you is to be able to swim, and to be prepared to get wet! You are fitted out with a lifejacket and helmet, and if the weather is on the cool side, jackets, wet suits and bootees will also be provided. After a briefing from the guide, you are all set to challenge the rapids, and to experience the beauty of the mountain scenery during calmer stretches of the river. As well as being a thrilling action sport, rafting in Turkey is also an excellent way to see aspects of the country that most visitors never see. The routes are generally in remote areas which require a drive off the beaten track, through forests, mountain passes and traditional villages, before reaching the river. The local people are friendly and welcoming, and on camping trips in particular you have the chance for more interaction with the local way of life. For those who are new to the sport, it is probably best to try a one day tour as a taster. Once you get the bug, longer tours are available, from weekend trips to one week long.

Rivers that are commercially rafted in Turkey include:
The Dalaman River

(South West Turkey, near to Marmaris, Fethiye and Dalyan) Grade 3-4, April - October. There is also a grade 5 section which is run April-July. One day, and overnight camping trips The Dalaman River, whose ancient name was Indos, begins in the Kocas Mountain near Dirmil and lies between Marmaris and Fethiye.

The total length of the river is 229 km. increased by branches from the Goktepe and Yaylacik Mountains of West Toros (Taurus); it flows through a narrow and deep valley and reaches the sea 8km south of Ortaca. As the river is fed with the natural limestone, the turquoise-blue water is always clear and warm. The Dalaman is near the popular areas of the Mediterranean and Aegean, so it attracts local and foreign tourists and rafting is possible throughout the year. For accommodation, there are many guest-houses in Akkopru village. The rafting areas can be easily reached from Marmaris, Dalyan, Fethiye and from Dalaman airport. The water level of the river, in which rafting is possible throughout the year, rises the most in September and October. As flowing water forms small falls, there are passes among the course, which divert the river into two separate branches over the Akkopru village. The upper branch is class 5 and the lower is class 3 - 4. Once reaching Akkopru, the flow rate of the river increases and class becomes higher.
The Kaprula River

A vacation in Antalya, Turkey is not complete without a day of rafting on the Koprulu River a grade 3, April - October One day trips. The Koprulu is a river of crystal clear water. The wide river flows gently through the magnificient landscape of Koprulu Canyon National Park. It is no wonder that this river has become a popular tourist attraction for visitors.
The Zamanti River

Cappadocia - grade 3, one day trips (Rivers are graded on an international scale from 1 to 6, 1 being flat water, 6 being impassable rapids!) Whether you\\\'ve already tried and enjoyed rafting, or you have never experienced it before but are tempted, now is the time to raft Turkey\\\'s rivers. After the winter rains, the water levels are high, the rapids exciting, and the weather is starting to warm up especially in the south; and in a couple of months time the rafting season on the awesome Coruh River will be starting. There are expert rafting guides brief the group on National Park safety procedures , and use of equipment . Participants may choose between an inflatable canoe or raft. Canoes offer a more active rafting trip. No previous rafting experience is necessary. Rafts hold 8-9 people and are manned by a river guide. They are great for families. Everyone must wear life-jackets. So, even if you can not swim you can enjoy rafting.