Saklikent Jeep Safari

Muğla, Turkey’s holiday and nature paradise, continues to be an indispensable part of the summer months with its beauties waiting to be discovered. One of the corners of paradise in Fethiye, one of the districts of Muğla, is the world-famous Saklikent Canyon, which everyone has heard of. With daily jeep safari tours starting from Kaş and Kalkan, you can explore the ancient cities of Fethiye, take a walk in the canyon and spend a cool and adventurous day. Saklikent Jeep Safari tours organized by Aslar Turizm is an ideal activity for those who want to spend a privileged holiday.

Those who cannot give up the southern beaches on holiday, take their breath in Muğla and Antalya. Regions such as Kaş, Kalkan and Fethiye stand out with their historical and natural beauties. Those who do not want to spend their holidays without leaving their 5-star hotel can stay in the camping areas in these regions, explore very special coves with boat tours, and go on adventure-filled day trips with jeep safari. Saklikent Canyon, which is also a National Park, is one of the most popular places to do all these.

Saklikent Canyon has been connected to the Seydikemer district of Muğla since 2014. The number of people who come to see this natural formation from the surrounding districts, which is a must-see, especially for those who go on holiday to Fethiye, is quite high. Since Kaş and Kalkan regions are not too far from Fethiye, hundreds of visitors come to the canyon every day.

The distance between Saklikent and Fethiye is approximately 45 kilometers. At the same time, we can say that Saklikent Canyon, located on the Antalya-Kaş road, is exactly on the border of Antalya and Muğla. The Eşen Stream, which draws the border line of the two provinces, takes its source from Akdağlar and this source gives life to the Saklikent Canyon. Saklikent Canyon is 65 km from Kaş, 30 km from Patara and 50 km from Ölüdeniz. It is possible to reach the canyon at the end of an average one-hour journey from the surrounding regions.

The length of Saklikent Canyon is 18 km, and its height varies between 200 and 600 meters. While walking in the canyon, sometimes the sun may not be visible in the narrow parts of the canyon. Although it is fun, it is useful to do the canyon trekking in the company of professional guides, where the adrenaline is quite high. Important information about Saklikent Canyon is as follows:

The canyon, which was formed thousands of years ago, has an easily eroded calcareous structure. Fault cracks formed a canyon here over the centuries. Although the water flowing in the canyon seems calm, you realize that it is not so while walking. For this reason, you can rent a helmet and shoes while entering the canyon and make this journey safer.

· The canyon was discovered by a shepherd by chance and later on, over the years, it was brought into tourism.

You can enter Saklikent Canyon by paying a fee. The museum card is not valid at the entrance to the canyon. Adult and student fees vary. Parking lots are also charged separately.

· If you are not resistant to the cold, it may be difficult for you to enter the canyon and walk along the canyon. The water of the canyon is notorious for its coldness.

· The rocks of the canyon are very slippery. Due to the effect of flowing water, this slipperiness can create the danger of falling. That’s why you have to be very careful while walking.

The level of the water comes up to your shoulder from time to time. Considering the slippery rocks and the cold water, hiking in the canyon is not very safe, especially for small children.

Saklikent Canyon has a famous discovery story that is known to almost everyone. Still, let’s not go without mentioning: The canyon was discovered in 1988 by shepherd Ekrem Uçar. In other words, the canyon does not have a very old history as it is thought. One day, the Shepherd Ekrem, who went out to graze his animals, enters the canyon without realizing it and cannot believe the scenery he encounters. After this discovery, a bridge is built into the canyon with the efforts of the people living in the region and the entrance to the canyon is provided. Then, Shepherd Ekrem establishes a trout farm on a place rented from the Ministry of Forestry for 49 years. Saklikent Canyon was opened to tourism in 1989. Saklikent, which we may not have been aware of for many years if it had not been discovered by chance, is known by this name because of the way it hides itself.

Saklikent, of course, is not just a canyon. This is a place of discovery with the ancient cities around it… Well, what can be done in Saklient after a pleasant and adventurous canyon walk? Here are the activities that can be done in Saklikent:

Walking in the canyon is as tiring as it is fun, and you may feel particularly hungry after this journey. In order to suppress this feeling, you can have delicious meals at the restaurant built on the tea, at the exit of the canyon. Especially its pancakes and trout are famous.