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Ormana Village & Golden Cradle Cavern from Side
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Ormana Village & Golden Cradle Cavern from Side

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Ages 0-99, max of 25 per group
Duration: 9h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: German, English
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  • Lunch
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entry/Admission - Ormana
  • Entry/Admission - Altinbesik Magarasi Milli Parki
  • Entry/Admission - Ibradi
What's not included
  • Drinks


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Infants must sit on laps
        • Not wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 9398P188

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Infant meals not included
        • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
        • Most travellers can participate
        • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
        • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travellers

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 9398P188

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        • Side Tours
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          Joined in July 2011
        • Paradise444119
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Exhilarating wild adventure suitable for all
          14 jeeps in convoy overs lots of different terrains. We enjoyed every moment from the moment we were picked up from our hotel until we returned 7 hours later. Spider-Man the photographer, Pablo our driver and Jonny Cash who encouraged us to make the most of the day. Swimming in lakes, lunch before a gentle boat tour before heading back.
          Written 2 November 2024
        • 160aynsleyc
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          A fun, different experience
          Lots of fun on the jeeps - but not for the faint-hearted as the terrain can be rough plus the drivers love to hoon about. You need to hold on tight or you’ll be covered in bruises! Bandanas were €5 extra - bring your own or wait until the stop at the waterfall where they are cheaper. The views were great and it was a different experience to see it all by jeep. Great communication with Fatma who let us know what time to be picked up and kept in contact throughout the day.
          Written 31 October 2024
        • Dry stone walli... B
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Simple cheap trip with amazing staff
          The staff made this trip amazing and fun. It was a cheap day out, trip down the rive. Then busses to the waterfall and an easy way to visit the Bazaar. For the price this was spot on
          Written 21 October 2024
        • Jamespir
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Fantastic experience we'll worth it for all ages
          Wow absolutely amazing we absolutely loved it. What an adrenaline rush I'm in my 40s and partner 50 and both enjoyed the whole experience the jeep ride was an exceptional experience and really gets the blood pumping. We did get very very wet lol 😆 Everyone seemed so friendly and had a great time. . There are some up-charges which were a little expensive but not essential to enjoy the day so you can buy if your want
          Written 15 October 2024
        • Paradise619362
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Brilliant jeep safari and boat trip
          My daughter and I had so much fun. The jeep safari was excellent and had everything you would want. The boat trip was very good and we enjoyed swimming in the lake. The staff were very friendly and made it a wonderful experience. I would highly recommend.
          Written 12 October 2024
        • 897renatep
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          An unforgettable day on the sea!
          What a fab experience we had today. From the confirmation check up by Fatma, who answered all my questions without hesitation, the coach was in time, the driver was friendly, the boat staff were friendly, and the food was flavoursome. We had 3 swim stops during the first part of the trip, the second happened just before lunch, where we got off the boat by the ladders and swam to Dolphin Island (I recommend taking some shoes, sea slip ons rather than flip-flops or sliders) as the rocks are sharp, it's also a little difficult climbing onto the island but all were able too. Life jackets are available also. Food was a choice between chicken and fish, I chose chicken and it was so tasty. They have a bar which has kids toys and crisps but these are quite expensive and everything is priced in Euros. The man who served me seemed a confused when I asked what the cost in Turkish Lira was. The trip back was so fun, music, foam party that filled the middle of the boat, another stop for a swim or beach walk then a little show at the end before a prompt pick up back to our hotel. If you can't find your hotel on the pick up list, give them a message or wait till the confirmation text and ask for it. Cost can be taken then for it and it's so much easier than finding your own way there. The whole trip was amazing and I'm so glad I chose to do it with this company, I can't recommend enough!
          Written 11 October 2024
        • H1484POgeorgiaw
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          So much fun!!!
          This trip was absolutely amazing! One of the best things I've ever done! An action packed morning off road in the jeeps! Followed by lunch and a nice little boat trip before visiting the waterfall. It's 100% worth it, it's worth so much more than you pay! The team are so kind and funny, especially Jonny! Prepared to get soaked! There are water fights throughout which are so much fun but wear your swim wear and clothes you don't mind getting dirty and wet. I would also say bring a waterproof bag for your belongings because they will get wet! So much fun and will definitely do it again!
          Written 11 October 2024
        • markussL4886LV
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Baba boat Trip
          Very well organized. We saw turtles and Dolphins. The Crew was very friendly and the Food was Great. We went there in October 2024.
          Written 10 October 2024
        • erinwW6704NQ
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Book diving now!
          The best excursion I have been on to date across multiple countries. Far exceeds expectations, lovely staff and good food. The dive itself was mesmerising. I cannot recommend this company enough. We were even able to pay extra for a speedboat straight to our hotel’s beach to save the bus trip back. The photos & videos are available to purchase on the boat of your entire dive and are of excellent quality! Thank you!
          Written 7 October 2024
        • Carly T
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great day, Amazing value for money!
          Really great day! Excellent value for money, would highly recommend to anyone. The swimming was amazing and the food was some of the best we have had! Thank you!
          Written 3 October 2024
        • N2307HNlyd
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing experience
          My partner and I went on this excursion together, we booked in advance and it really did not disappoint! I read a fair few reviews and looked through everything on the page before booking and my partner and I both cannot understand some of the reviews sharing bad experiences, everything that was stated on this page for the excursion was provided and the itinerary was exactly what was offered. Our experience from this excursion was excellent and even though we have already experienced this I would happily do this again if we visit in the future. First off I have to say that the staff were absolutely amazing! They were so fun, friendly and engaging and were looking out for all the customers making sure they were okay and had everything they needed. Yes there was extra costs on the drinks and snacks but this was already stated and it was all fairly priced and clear, also you weren’t forced into buying anything extra if you didn’t want to. My partner bought beer and I had an iced coffee which was delicious. The views were lovely, music was great even song’s I didn’t know I still enjoyed. The staff members also sang songs and joined in during the foam party which was amazing! I was shocked when I saw them singing I thought it was just a track but they were actually singing which was amazing, they were great! There was also a photographer who would pose you with a parrot and take photos, he was very respectful and lovely too if you were afraid of the parrot he would just take a nice photo of you or you and whoever you’ve come with. Towards the end of the boat trip he did come around and show you the photos he had taken in prints, in frames and on a commemorative plate, you didn’t have to buy anything but me and my partner really loved the photos he took so we did buy some which again we thought were reasonably priced. The beach we stopped at was gorgeous, you could also swim in the river if you wanted but I preferred the beach which was so refreshing to take a dip in the sea. There were stalls where you could get food, drink and buy items, water sports like jet skies and there were also camels that you could ride along the beach but again you weren’t forced into going to any of these or buying anything also the staff did tell everyone before getting off the ship what the prices for the water sports should be so they really looked out for you. After the beach stop we boarded the boat and they had a bucket and hose where you could get the sand off. When back on the boat they served a lunch of chicken, rice, salad and bread and it was honestly so delicious it was fantastic. My partner has a severe nut allergy but he showed them his allergy card which is in Turkish and there were no problems with anything & he could also eat the food which he also thought was super tasty. After the boat trip we went on small coaches/buses and stopped off at the waterfalls which we bought a ticket for at the start of the excursion from the hosts at an extra cost of €4 each which I think is a great price. The waterfalls were beautiful and there were plenty of shops and stalls to buy souvenirs, trinkets, food and drink from if you wanted. After this we went back to the coaches and were taken to the bazar where we were given a meeting point and then given free time, this was a great experience but also a bit overwhelming as the bazar is so big and can be a bit daunting if you don’t like crowds but I still found it interesting to see all the stalls. After the free time we met back at the meeting point and our hosts made sure we all got back onto coaches/buses to be dropped off at our hotels. The only thing I might change about this trip is I’d say it would be nice to spend a bit more time at the waterfalls over the bazar as we were at the bazar for a long time but I do understand due to the bazar being so vast you do need a lot of time there to explore it. I would also like to say a big thank you to all the staff on this excursion they worked hard, provided a great service and they really did create wonderful experiences and memories for me and my partner.
          Written 2 October 2024
        • 44anettef
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Amazing Challenge we would have never done
          This was an amazing experience! Especially the Canyoning! That was our Highlight! Our Guide Talib was fun and trustworthy. He knew what to do and we felt safe the whole time. We wore a Neopren Suit and that helped with the freezing water.
          Written 2 October 2024
        • F3284IJol
          0 contributions
          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          Disappointing and boring
          To start with, the bus that picked us up was overcrowded, there were more people on the bus than seats, creating danger for all passangers. To be honest, the boat tour was disappointing and boring. We were expecting a big boat with quite a lot of fun as in the pictures from the website, but the boat was quite small and nothing like on the pictures. All drinks, even water bottles, were confiscated by the boat team before boarding, forcing us to buy drinks onboard. The entertainment was very poor, with one of the male crew members dressed as a woman being the highlight of the boat tour. Lack of proper entertainment during the tour made is really lenghty and boring. The staff was very nice, fun and smily though. The foam party, mainly addressed to kids, was stopped right at the beginning as the crew spotted a coast guard passing our boat. The swim breaks were good, but two out of three were on the same pebbled beach, would be better if the last brreak would be in another lagoon. All in all it wasn't a really good experience and definately not worth the money.
          Written 27 September 2024
        • Rodduz84
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Just book it!
          Absolutely brilliant day out! Heard it was good but didn't think it would be as good as it was. Had done a boat trip previously during the holiday too but this was so much better! The guides and drivers work super hard to make sure everyone's having a great time. Plenty of beauty to take in as driving about but the main vibe of the day is a party vive, loud music lots of water fighting, some foam. Boat stop also which is a bit more chilled and have a nice swim. Smiled all day long. Can't recommend it enough, super cheap too and food included. The photos the guides take and the Drone footage will cost you more but you don't have to buy it. But I did and there's lots of photos some jeeps seem to have a lot more photos taken of them than others but that'd be my only complaint. I took my 7 year old on and was bit wary it would be too rough but she loved it!
          Written 26 September 2024
        • O9172GBgaryc
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Canyon tour
          Good tour, however if you are picked up early you can be on the minibus a long time. 5 hours of the 9 hour trip were in the minibus. The Canyon is lovely though surprisingly short. The dwarf cave is good. We stopped off in Alanya and also did the cable car to the castle which is also a great experience. A little disappointed that the guide charged us 350tl for the ticket yet paid 245tl. As this was not included in the tour it felt like a lack of transparency on behalf of the guide. The guide does not go in anywhere with you unlike other tours we have done in Turkey. Worth doing unless you suffer from travel sickness.
          Written 25 September 2024
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        Sandy H
        21 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        Apr 2024 • Family
        We had booked this tour, but then we had to stay in hospital at short notice. With a letter from the hospital, it was also possible to change the date at short notice without any problems.
        We had a wonderful tour with great photo stops on the approx. 2.5 hour journey to the cave. The cave is really very beautiful, you don't need a cell phone filter ;-)
        It was a shame that everyone had to wear life jackets and helmets in the boat, but there were neither life jackets nor helmets for the small children and they in particular can't swim🙈
        Then we went on for about 30 minutes to a very new restaurant. There we had a very good lunch.
        We then drove to a village in the mountains, where we spent some time on a detailed tour and various sightseeing tours. Before we headed back for about an hour.
        Our guide was incredibly nice, it was great fun and he was incredibly good with the children! And he also provided us with information at all times.
        However, we had booked a German tour especially for the children, but the guide didn't speak German. In the end, it wasn't that bad for us, but there were other older people there who couldn't speak English... So it was stupid to book a German tour that wasn't in German... Hence one star deducted.
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        Written 23 April 2024
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        Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a 5 star rating - it's much appreciated!
        Written 16 May 2024
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        TrailBlazer766978
        13 contributions
        4.0 of 5 bubbles
        All in all, a worthwhile trip. Our guide did the tour in a different order than stated in the tour plan, but this ultimately meant that we had to wait less at the cave. During the tour, he provided a lot of background information on past history and current topics.

        The food at Mustafa's was delicious, but we didn't see any wild horses and the fog blocked our view from one of the viewing points.

        The bus driver drove quickly but very safely, so it was ultimately a successful day.
        Google
        Written 11 April 2024
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        We are so grateful for your 5-star review. Thanks for sharing your rating with us and the community.
        Written 14 April 2024
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        Svetlana H
        3 contributions
        3.0 of 5 bubbles
        Apr 2024 • Family
        80% of the tour you stay in the bus. We were disappointed as we literally spent only 10 minutes in the cave.

        Overall it was ok. The tour guide spoke both German and English. We learnt a lot of interesting facts about Turkey and its history.

        When we placed an order for a child in the beginning of the trip, we checked with the tour guide
        and ordered Turkish pizza. When it came too spicy, they refused to replace it for a child and the way the tour guide dealt with the situation was unacceptable. Also I would not recommend fish, as it wasn't deboned.
        Written 8 May 2024
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        Matthias H
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2024 • Family
        The trip was great and very informative. The guide Ali is a class in itself - explains the country and people like no other. He's already 74 years old - hard to believe. The food was the best we were ever offered on a trip - very special. Overall a clear Recommendation!
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        Written 30 August 2024
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        Thank you so much for taking your time to give us your pleasant feedback. Hope to see you again in the near future. Warm Regards ; Tourmania Team
        Written 1 September 2024
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        Kevin B
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        May 2024 • Couples
        The tour was very nice and definitely worth the experience. We had a great tour guide, Aydin Sahin, who told us lots of interesting things about the tour and everything surrounding it.
        The lunch was delicious and plentiful.
        All in all, a great day.
        Google
        Written 30 May 2024
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        Thank you so much for this amazing review. We really appreciate you being a customer and helping to share the word about us. We’re here for you anytime.
        Written 6 June 2024
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        Ann-Sophie M
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2023 • Couples
        We had a wonderful day with our guide Denise. She gave us lots of information and, together with her team, made sure we had an entertaining day. We were able to take great pictures of the mountains and the highlight of the tour, the ride through the cave in the rubber dinghy. Overall, a great tour that I can recommend. Big compliments to the team that accompanied us☺️
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        Written 14 August 2023
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        Thank you so much for taking your time to give us your pleasant feedback. hope to see you again in the near future. All the best.
        Written 15 August 2023
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        jackalowe
        Canterbury, UK2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Oct 2024 • Friends
        An exceptional trip with stunning scenery the whole way through and some wonderful cultural experiences that we wouldn't have had otherwise. I was blown away by how much of the Taurus Mountains we got to see. The guide was superb, giving lots of information along the way and having a great sense of humour. The food was very nice and plentiful.
        Written 10 October 2024
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        We are grateful that you took the time to leave us a review. Your feedback helps us to improve service for everyone.
        Written 11 October 2024
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        Helmut H
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Apr 2024 • Couples
        The tour was perfectly organized. Great sights. The tour guide Murat spoke perfect German and English. We received a lot of interesting information about the country and the tour with all the sights from him. In the last 20 years of our Turkey vacation, we have never had a better guide than Murat. The bus driver was also very good. On time, reliable and safe. The price/performance ratio was very good. We can only recommend this agency and the tour guide Murat. Thank you for the lovely day.
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        Written 26 April 2024
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        Thank you for the kind words! We’re so happy your visit went so smoothly. Would you mind sharing with your friends Tourmania too? We’d love to continue providing great service to awesome customers like you. Thanks again!
        Written 16 May 2024
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        Kim janine
        1 contribution
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        May 2023 • Couples
        the tour was really a beautiful windy day. our guide ali was very cool. The food was very tasty. everything perfectly organized. the highlight was of course the cave. the landscape is spectacular. we have done this tour before through our tour guide but we liked this one much better. see you soon .
        Written 26 May 2023
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        We are so grateful for your review. Thanks for sharing your rating with us and the community.
        Written 28 May 2023
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        Chris I
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great time, family had a good time. Tour guide was very knowledgeable. Old town stop was a good look into Turkish past on village life. Food was good as well.
        Written 28 March 2024
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        We are grateful that you took the time to leave us a review. Your feedback helps us to improve service for everyone !
        Written 3 April 2024
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