15 Alanya Cave Tours Worth the Descent

1.3-in-1 Sapadere Waterfalls, Dim Stream,Dim Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,707 reviews · 7 hours · from $28Our pick

Travel from Alanya by open-roof midibus to Sapadere Canyon, Dim Cave, and Dim River. You get canyon entry, lunch, a guide, and hotel pickup for $28, while the cave costs an extra €7 unless you choose the package that includes it. Expect waterfalls, cold swimming spots, cave stairs, river pools, music, and optional water fights.

“Was the most perfect day everything was amazing.. Pablo and all the drivers especially Ameer was brilliant on the day 👏 Definitely recommend 👌”

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2.3-in-1 Sapadere Waterfalls, Dim Stream, & Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,089 reviews · 7 hours · from $24

Spend seven hours beyond Alanya with hotel pickup, mountain roads, Sapadere village, Sapadere Canyon, Cüceler Cave, lunch above the Dimçay River, and a tropical fruit garden. English, German, Turkish, and Russian guides are available. Expect skilled drivers, cold-water swimming, and possible water fights between vehicles.

“Guides are very fun and friendly, they were able to communicate in english efficiently. Many activities in between that kinda make you spend a few euros so it’s nice to know, in case you want to get a beer or some suvenier. Card payment was possible most of times. Guides and drivers put price on their “tipping culture”, but overall they are very friendly and it’s good to reward their efforts. There is a photographer that takes photos and videos of all trip, if you want to have this memories and sent to you (requested 40€ for pictures and photos of that day for a group of 6) make sure…”

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3.Castle Sunset Tour, Damlatas Cave&Cable Car Options

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 500 reviews · 3 - 3.5 hours · from $21

This compact Alanya tour takes you from your hotel to the Seyir Terası viewpoint, Damlatas Cave, Alanya Castle, and the famous I Love Alanya photo spot. Choose cave and cable car tickets to suit your plans. Expect an open midibus, multilingual guidance, free time at the castle, and plenty of uphill walking.

“Enjoyed the tour Tour guide very friendly Would definitely do it for first time in Alanya”

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4.Alanya Sapadere Canyon, Cave, Dim Stream and Picnic Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 326 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $30Top rated

Spend about seven hours beyond Alanya on a guided jeep trip to Sapadere Village, Sapadere Canyon, Dwarf Cave and Dim Stream. Lunch and hotel pickup are included. Expect mountain views, walking, cold waterfall water and possible water fights, so bring a towel, dry clothes and drinking water.

“This trip is worth buying its fun and the views are amazing and most important thing is it's worth the money I think the only downside would be that drinking water is not provided on very hot days but there are places to buy some drinks so it's fine. you will get a bit wet so bring a towel.”

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5.City Tour with Cable Car and Damlatas Cave 3 in 1

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 255 reviews · 3 hours · from $24

You’ll visit Damlatas Cave, Cleopatra Beach, Alanya Castle, and the I Love Alanya viewpoint in about three hours. An English, German, Russian, or Turkish-speaking guide such as Emre or Ramazan leads the outing, with open-midibus and jeep transfers. The cable car and cave entry may cost extra, so check your chosen option before booking.

“Operators were friendly, though would have been nice to have a little more information on what we were seeing. Brilliant views, lovely scenery. Good value for money, would recommend.”

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6.2-Day Cappadocia, Cave Hotel, & Balloon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 248 reviews · 2 days · from $57

You’ll travel from Alanya to Cappadocia by bus, visit the Underground City, Uchisar, Pigeon Valley, Avanos, Love Valley, Devrent, and Chavushin, then sleep in a cave hotel. Guides such as Erhan, Apo, Kadir, Ibrahim, and Gozde are known for clear commentary. The balloon ride is optional and costs extra.

“It was an enjoyable trip shame it was too windy so didnt see any balloons flying but area was interesting and very different to anything l have seen before Erhan was very knowledgable .”

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7.Dimcay&Cave, Waterfall, Barbecue Lunch on the Water

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 196 reviews · 6 - 6.5 hours · from $29

Spend 6 to 6.5 hours exploring Dim Cave and Dim River near Alanya. Ride through banana gardens and mountain roads, cool off in river pools, and eat grilled fish, chicken, or a vegetarian plate. Guides such as Suleman, Yosuf, and Mustafa have been praised for keeping the day lively, safe, and well organized.

“Very good trip! Highly recommend We have 2 boys aged 5 & 9 who loved it! The waterfall was great. Both kids enjoyed the water fights and being able to stand up in the jeep. Be prepared to get wet and take some protection for your phone! The lunch area was lovely! With a great little fresh water area to swim and play in! The lunch was also really nice! Makes it better with your group as long as they get involved. Only downside so far is I’ve not received the link to download my photos/videos yet that I’ve paid for. But hoping that can be sorted very soon!”

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8.Sapadere Canyon, Dwarfs Cave, and Alanya City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 192 reviews · 8 hours · from $8Best value

Spend eight hours touring Alanya’s natural highlights and coastline. Walk through Sapadere Canyon, visit Dwarfs Cave, enjoy chicken or fish at lunch, then choose between Cleopatra Beach, Damlataş Cave, Alanya Castle, or the cable car. English, Russian, and German-speaking guides lead the day, with guides such as Yunus, Hilmi, Eric, and Echo praised for keeping the mood lively.

“the guide was very enthusiastic and knowledgeable and made the trip flow well”

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9.Alanya Jeep Safari with Dim River Lunch and Dim Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 155 reviews · from $31

Ride an open-air 4WD jeep through Alanya’s mountain countryside, with hotel pickup, water fights, village stops, banana and orange gardens, Dim Cave, and a buffet lunch beside the Dim River. Guide Ifran has earned praise for his friendly service, but schedules can vary, and cave entry, drinks, photos, and videos cost extra.

“I booked this trip and not read the past reviews. This is not a culture tour trip, you won’t see schools or mosques (you will drive by them) but it was a fun trip! So what happens? You will be picked up from your hotel and taken to a meeting point. Lots of other tourists are there and this was the point we realised we were on something very different than a regular culture tour! From there you will be put in language groups (a great way to meet other tourists from your home country) and taken on a party jeep up the mountains. WARNING - DONT WEAR ANYTHING NOT…”

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10.Sapadere Jeep Safari: Taurus Mountains, Waterfall & Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 154 reviews · 6h 30m · from $16

Ride into the Taurus Mountains from Alanya for a 45-minute visit to Dwarfs Cave, a walk through Sapadere Canyon, a cold river swim, village food, lunch, and optional water fights between jeeps. Guides speak English, German, Russian, and Turkish. Hilmi, Mustafa, Evo, and other named guides have earned praise for their friendly service.

“My wife and I had a fantastic time on this tour! It was a small group, with just a few people, which made the experience more intimate and enjoyable. Swimming in the cold water canyon was a refreshing adventure. The food was fine, and the drinks were reasonably priced. Our tour guide, Evo, was excellent—helpful and attentive. He even treated us to ice cream and arranged a taxi back to our hotel. Highly recommended!”

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11.Alanya Jeep Safari: Dim Cave, River & Nature Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 151 reviews · 5.5 - 7.5 hours · from $22

Spend 5.5 to 7.5 hours exploring Alanya’s countryside by Land Rover jeep with guides such as Mustafa and Ziyad. Expect panoramic stops, waterfalls, a Turkish village, fresh fruit, Dim Cave, lunch, swimming, waterslides, and plenty of water fights. Hotel pickup is optional, and Dim Cave entry costs extra.

“We had such a fun day! Tour guides were amazing! Was well worth the money. Would definitely recommend and do it again. Be prepared to get wet and buy a water gun ready to have the biggest water fight of your life haha. You won’t be disappointed with this fun filled day out!”

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12.Sapadere Canyon Walk & Dim Cave with Dim River Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 114 reviews · 7.5 hours · from $35

From Alanya, travel into the Taurus Mountains for Sapadere Canyon’s wooden walkways, waterfalls, and pools, then visit Dim Cave and eat beside the Dim River. Guides speak English, German, and Russian. Some departures include lively music, water fights, and photography by guides such as Agil.

“Sapadere Canyon and Dim Cave offer a fantastic day trip for nature lovers. The stunning Sapadere Canyon is a hidden gem with crystal-clear waters, beautiful waterfalls, and a well-maintained walkway that allows for an easy, scenic hike. The nearby Dim Cave, with its fascinating stalactites and stalagmites, provides a unique underground experience. After exploring the cave, enjoy a relaxing lunch by the Dim River, where you can savor delicious local cuisine with a serene riverside view. The combination of natural beauty, adventure, and a delightful meal makes this excursion a must-do when visiting the area.”

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13.Alanya Highlights Sapadere Waterfalls, Dim Cave & Dim River

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 98 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $30

Ride from Alanya in an open-sided jeep to Sapadere Canyon, mountain caves and a local family restaurant. Expect a lively group tour with loud music, possible water fights, a short canyon visit, lunch, and extra fees for some cave or entrance stops. Bring swimwear and waterproof bags.

“Great fun and really good value for money. The tour guides and camera man made sure that everyone had a great time. I would advice this is more of a party bus but everyone from children to more senior members had a good time. This would have been 5 stars except the open top jeep was too hot on the way back but water was available dranch yourself. Also more time at the canyon would of have better.”

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14.Sapadere Canyon and Dwarf Cave with Dim River Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 83 reviews · from $31

Spend about nine hours outside Alanya visiting Sapadere Canyon, Dwarf Cave, and Dim River National Park. Expect a jeep-style ride, waterfall swimming, canyon walks, lunch beside the river, and possible water fights. Hotel pickup, canyon admission, lunch, and insurance are included. The cave costs extra, and timing can vary.

“Very helpful trip organisers, tour guide was very energetic, made everyone laugh, encouraged participation from all who went. Great information passed in several languages. Extensive knowledge of the mountains and the sights to see. AdmisRead more”

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15.Nature Adventure at Dim Cave & Dim River with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 66 reviews · 7 hours · from $29

Spend seven hours exploring Dim Cave, Dim Dam, fruit gardens, Oba waterfalls and Dim River from Alanya. Your open midibus pickup includes a guide, lunch, cave and nature-entry fees when selected, fruit tasting, swimming time, slides and optional zipline fun. Expect short walks, cool water, mountain views and possible jeep water fights.

“leuke lieve gidsen/chauffeurs, met veel humor. enorm genoten. zeker een aanrader voor jong en oud. is het geld dubbel en dwars waard. helaas alleen geen rondleiding in de boomgaard ge had.”

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