Discover the Power of Nature at Saklikent Canyon
If you’re staying in Dalyan and looking for a day packed with adventure, dramatic landscapes, ice-cold canyon waters, and hidden waterfalls, then a Saklikent Tour From Dalyan should be at the top of your list.
As Volkan’s Adventures, we can confidently say that our Saklikent & Gizlikent Adventure Tour is one of the most exciting land-based tours we run each season.
This guide will answer:
How to get to Saklikent from Dalyan
Travel options from Sarigerme and Gocek
What to expect at Saklikent Canyon
Why booking a guided tour is the smartest option
Let’s dive in.
Where is Saklıkent Canyon?
Saklıkent Canyon is located between Fethiye and Antalya, approximately:
90 km from Dalyan
70 km from Sarigerme
55 km from Gocek
40 km from Fethiye
It is one of the longest and deepest canyons in Turkey, stretching 18 km and reaching depths of 300 meters in some sections.
The name Saklıkent literally means “Hidden City” — and when you step inside, you’ll understand why.
How to Get to Saklikent from Dalyan
Option 1 – Self Drive
You can drive from Dalyan via Ortaca and Koycegiz toward Fethiye, then follow signs to Saklikent National Park.
⏳ Travel time: 1.5 – 2 hours (depending on traffic)
⚠️ Mountain roads with sharp bends
🚗 Parking available at the canyon entrance
However, driving means:
No storytelling or local insight
No hidden stops
No Gizlikent waterfall visit unless you plan carefully
No lunch organization
No rafting arrangement
Option 2 – Join a Saklikent Tour From Dalyan (Recommended)
When you join Volkan’s Adventures Saklikent & Gizlikent Adventure Tour, everything is seamlessly organized:
✔ Comfortable transfer
✔ Professional local guidance
✔ Time management
✔ Adventure coordination
✔ Authentic lunch stop
✔ Hidden waterfall experience
This turns a long drive into a smooth, exciting, well-paced adventure day.
How to Get to Saklikent from Sarigerme
From Sarigerme, Saklikent is about 70 km away.
You can:
Many Sarigerme guests actually prefer joining our tour because it combines multiple highlights in one day instead of just visiting the canyon.
How to Get to Saklikent from Gocek
Göcek is closer to Fethiye, so travel time is shorter — around 1 hour.
Self-driving is easier from Gocek, but again, if you want:
Structured adventure
Waterfall visit
Local stories
No parking stress
A guided tour provides a much richer experience.
What Makes Saklıkent Canyon Special?
When you enter Saklıkent:
You walk through ice-cold mountain water
Towering cliffs surround you
Sunlight slices through narrow rock corridors
The air temperature drops dramatically
The water temperature can be around 5–10°C, even in summer. It’s refreshing, energizing, and unforgettable.
Some sections require:
Balance
A sense of adventure
Water shoes (we recommend bringing them)
It’s not just sightseeing. It’s an experience.
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