Saklikent Gorge is the second largest waterway in Europe, and the longest and deepest in Turkey, with a length of 20 km.
The pass is located 45 km from the city of Fethiye and is one of the most important tourist attractions in Turkey, and most visited in the summer.
The boardwalk is located between the cracks of the mountains that form sculpted walls around it, 4 kilometers above its level, and the waters of the corridor feed the Xanthos River.
The Saklikent waterway, Fethiye, is characterized by its privileged location, which connects with many famous tourist places, and provides many activities for local and international tourists.
Tour operators offer several tours starting from Fethiye to the boardwalk, from Tilos, the Olubenar springs and other areas.
Activities you can do
• You and your family can enjoy an exciting safari trip in a jeep, which starts from Fethiye to the Saklikent waterway.
• You can also enjoy a tour of the wide corridor waters, which you can swim in places of depth suitable for such a sport.
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• The boardwalk includes a bridge that floats around a wide area above the water, which will give you a better opportunity to wander around and take pictures of the amazing nature of the place.
• You can also cross the pass from certain points through the bridges designated for that, so that you can reach and enjoy the many waterfall basins inside.
• You must try rowing rubber rowing boats that come in several sizes, and take on an exciting sailing adventure in the waterway of the boardwalk.
• The boardwalk is equipped with many climbing activities that are suitable for all ages, such as climbing the walls of the mountains around the water, ropes and others.
• The corridor embraces many resorts and parks that include accommodations, and children’s playgrounds, as well as many cafes and restaurants, with distinctive views and facilities.
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Entry prices
5 Turkish lira per person, equivalent to 1.32 USD.
Worktime
The winter season is between March and October every day from 8 until 4 pm.
The summer semester is between April and September daily from 8 am to 7 pm.
Saklikent Waterway, Fethiye Hotels – Fethiye
Elista Yacht Hotel is a 4-star Fethiye Turkey hotel with excellent ratings, and it is 48.9 km from Saklikent Waterway Fethiye
Summary of Arab visitor ratings
The location is excellent and close to services, the staff are friendly, and the rooms are comfortable.
Ata Park Hotel is a 4-star hotel in Fethiye with good reviews, 51.1 km from Saklikent Waterway, Fethiye
Summary of Arab visitor ratings
The location is excellent and the views are beautiful, breakfast is good, services are excellent.
Saklikent waterway site, Fethiye