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Rafting in Turkey

One of Turkey's best kept secrets is that it is home to what professional rafters regard as one of the top ten rivers for the activity anywhere in the world.

There are several spots to white water raft in but the Coruh river, located in the picturesque north-eastern part of Anatolia, is the main destination for anyone seeking thrilling river rafting in Turkey.

Other popular spots include the Dalaman River in the south-west of Turkey, near to Marmaris, Fethiye and Dalyan and is open from April to July. The Koprulu River is near Antalya and is open April to October, the Coruh is open May to July and the Zamanti River, near Cappadocia also proves to be a favoured destination.

Other than Coruh, which is a grade four or five run out of six, where six is an impassable river, the others are grade three to four, offering a gentler yet still challenging trip river rafting in Turkey.

No previous experience is needed to go river rafting in Turkey, not even the ability to swim, as all members must wear a lifejacket, though swimming is an advantage, while a safety helmet protects the head. However, white water rafting is not suitable for pregnant women or people with back or heart conditions and pre-existing medical problems should be mentioned before booking.

Tours are given by professional guides who will take out expeditions of four to nine people on the thrilling yet safe journey. Different rivers do have separate minimum age restrictions, with it being 12 on the Dalaman River, 16 on the Coruh River, but it is always best to check with the operator in advance.

Excursions are timed for anywhere between one day out to weekends and even entire weeks trekking through the stunning scenery of Anatolia and passing several villages while camping out at night.

Locals are described as friendly and welcoming and for those on the longer trip, it can be an opportunity to learn more about the activity. Longer trips start by taking participants deep into the Turkish mountains and breaks them in with a flat run and a few tests to ensure that the skills drilled in are working.

Runs then build up to vary the challenging with the more fun and scenic routes, while stopping most nights in country towns to sample the life.

Such is the history of the place that Turkey's breathtaking Taurus mountains, which have been the scene of many an army crossing over either into or out of continental Europe, can now be swept through in a dinghy. Though it can be a tiring day, food and drink is typically offered in the price list by operators.

Tours are around £800 for a week's river rafting in Turkey, which works out at just over £100 per day for a thrilling ride through untouched Anatolia.

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