Sports & activities

Saklikent Ski Center

Within the province of Antalya is a ski centre at Saklikent, in the Beydag mountain range, at 1850m. Because of its close proximity to Antalya, it is one of the few places in the world that people can ski in the mornings, then swim in the sea in the afternoon.
There are two ski lifts, restaurants, and accommodation available. The skiing season runs between January and April.
The resort can be reached from the centre of Antalya by bus, taxi or a hotel service vehicle in one hour.
Geography: The altitude for the skiing areas is between 2000-2400m, with a snow depth between 0.5-1m and a short season.
Facilities: There is a pension with 14 beds, a restaurant, café and local coffee-houses. There are two T-bars, and two ski runs at easy/moderate level.

Visit: www.saklikent.com.tr

Davraz Ski Center

Davras (also sometimes cited as Davras) is a mountain and a winter sports and ski resort in the Taurus Mountains in Isparta Province in southern Turkey. The nearest cities are the province seat of Isparta and its depending district of Eğirdir, both of which are at a roughly equal distance of 25 km from the resort. Antalya is 140 km away and, served by good road connections, is approximately a 1 ½ hour transfer.

The tallest peak (Büyük Davras) at the resort is 2,637 m with the highest skiing height being at 2,250m. There are black, red, blue and yellow runs, so there are facilities for all levels of skiers. Access to the slopes is via drag and chair lifts - depending on the particular run.

The resort is open from December 1st each year, although the main period of winter sports varies with the snow conditions, which usually means from the first week in January.

Davras is served by one main hotel, Sirene Davras Ski and Wellness Hotel. The hotel is located at 1,650m.

www.sirene.com.tr/sirenedavras.asp
www.davraz.com.tr

Mountaineering in Taurus

The Beydag mountain range has peaks ranging from 600 - 3086 m, with a variety of geological and typographical features and offer a wide range of climbing opportunities.
Kizlar Sivrisi, Tahtali, Alabelen

The important peaks are Tekedorugu, Bakirli Dag, Tahtalidag, Alabelen and Kizlar Sivrisi. Climbers will pass through the cedar forests of Camkuru Valley on their way to the top. The climbs can be completed in one day.

Rafting in Koprulu Kanyon

Within the Koprulu Canyon National Park, Koprucay is among the most breathtaking rafting centers in the country. Manavagat River rushes powerfully over the rocks, and offers excellent rafting opportunities. There are a couple of agencies in the city who organize trips, including transport and equipment.

Diving

Various points of Antalya's coastline provide opportunities for diving. Wrecks have formed very interesting habitats and amphores are widespread.

Horse Riding in the Sorgun Forests

There are lots of horse farms located in Sorgun, which are also offering riding lessons for beginners.
In Sorgun, 350-year-old pine trees form a green canopy providing pleasant shade while you ride around. The foliage also gives natural shelter to the various species of animals and plants living there.

There are many more sporting activities offered in and around Side:

Surfing, anywhere as long as you catch the wind, Beach Volleyball everywhere!, Fishing, Jeep Safari, Sailing, Motorcycling 4 Quad safari, Tennis, Water sports, Golf