Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch in Side, Turkey
Side, Turkey

Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch

Outty Ranking 46 3.1 · 42 traveler reviews7 hoursFrom $40
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Outty Ranking

46/100

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Traveler rating

3.1/5

Based on 42 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch worth booking?

Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch is a 7-hour experience in Side, Turkey, from $40 per person. It scores 46 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.1/5 rating across 42 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
46 / 100
Rating
3.1/5 (42)
Duration
7 hours
From
$40 per person

Unleash the fun on the Lion Safari & Canyon Splash Adventure! This action-packed day in Manavgat blends water fights, exotic animals, and stunning nature into one unforgettable experience. Start your journey with a splash battle on wheels—music, dancing, and soaked smiles guaranteed! Meet majestic lions up close during a 45-minute safari stop (entry €5, optional), then dive into round two of the water war. Take in the breathtaking views of Green Canyon and snap postcard-perfect photos. Next, enjoy fresh Turkish pancakes at a cozy gözleme stop—just in time for a foam party that brings out your inner child. Cruise along peaceful lake roads before boarding a boat for a scenic 1-hour ride through Green Canyon’s emerald waters. Swim, relax, and feast on a lakeside lunch of grilled meats and local dishes. As your adventure wraps up, return to your hotel full of joy and memories. Book now for the ultimate mix of thrill, nature, and fun!

What you get

    About this experience

    Unleash the fun on the Lion Safari & Canyon Splash Adventure! This action-packed day in Manavgat blends water fights, exotic animals, and stunning nature into one unforgettable experience. Start your journey with a splash battle on wheels—music, dancing, and soaked smiles guaranteed! Meet majestic lions up close during a 45-minute safari stop (entry €5, optional), then dive into round two of the water war. Take in the breathtaking views of Green Canyon and snap postcard-perfect photos. Next, enjoy fresh Turkish pancakes at a cozy gözleme stop—just in time for a foam party that brings out your inner child. Cruise along peaceful lake roads before boarding a boat for a scenic 1-hour ride through Green Canyon’s emerald waters. Swim, relax, and feast on a lakeside lunch of grilled meats and local dishes. As your adventure wraps up, return to your hotel full of joy and memories. Book now for the ultimate mix of thrill, nature, and fun!

    What's included

    Included

    • Lunch

    Not included

    • Entrance fees

    What you'll see and do

    1. Manavgat

      Your journey launches from the vibrant streets of Manavgat, where our enthusiastic guides welcome you with bright smiles. Grab your water gun—it’s time to gear up for an epic splash showdown. Let the fun begin!

      45 minutes here

    2. Land Of Lions

      Get face-to-face with the kings of the jungle during a 45-minute visit to a local lion park. Capture once-in-a-lifetime photos with exotic animals. (Park entry: €4 – optional but highly recommended!)

      300 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. Green Canyon

      Marvel at the stunning scenery of Green Canyon. Admire emerald waters and soaring cliffs as you pause to take in the peaceful beauty—and snap the perfect scenic shot.

      1 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Side

    Please contact with us to set the exact meeting point

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Please contact with us to set the exact meeting point

    Options you can book

    • From Antalya & Belek

      Lion Safari Pickup included

    • From Alanya & Side

      Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, ru, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Profeesional Travel Solutions

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 42 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Photo opportunities

    6 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Food and drink

    5 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Good for families

    4 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    42 verified traveler reviews for Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    lauradN2513GG · October 2026

    More like a hostage situation in Safari heartbroken

    ★☆☆☆☆ Absolutely Heartbreaking — More Like a Bizarre Hostage Situation Than a Safari We visited hoping for a lovely day out but what we found left us in tears. The bears had barely any room to move, looked slow, defeated and sad. The lions were pacing in endless circles, over and over again — a clear sign of deep distress. The baby lions were listless and clearly drugged, not acting naturally at all. It was heartbreaking to see. Even the activities were bizarre, confusing and disappointing. We were told there would be a village experience where a woman makes pancakes. Instead, it was just mannequins, a teddy sheep, and Scooby-Doo wearing a headdress. It was honestly weird and completely pointless. The foam party was on a dusty embankment, run by what seemed like an intoxicated man and woman spraying dusty, itchy suds at tourists. And the mud bath? Just a dirty trough filled with mud brought in from somewhere else — there wasn't a speck of natural mud anywhere to be seen. It was absolutely terrible. The whole place was dusty, muddy and absolutely heartbreaking. The animals were emaciated with visible skin conditions, kept in dirty enclosures with no fresh grass or clean water. They need a vet, not visitors. We left confused, upset and itching from head to toe. On the way home, the company van we travelled in was pulled over by police — the driver was fined for bald tyres and no seatbelts. We felt unsafe the entire time. Please stay far away. 💔

    via Tripadvisor

    Danniiom · October 2026

    Wouldn’t of booked if I’d known about the lion park

    The visit to the lion park was very shocking, very upsetting to see how the animals are kept. Lion cubs looked like they’ve been sedated, emo with broken beak. But the water fight with all the jeeps and the boat trip was great. Our guide Mickey Mouse was brilliant. I’m just concerned for the welfare of the animals in the park, especially with the money you have to pay.

    via Tripadvisor

    petereR991AK · September 2026

    Serious animal welfare concerns at the Animal Park stop

    I visited the Animal Park in the Oymapınar/Manavgat area on 29 September 2026 as part of an excursion and left extremely concerned about the welfare of several animals. I personally saw lion cubs being offered to tourists for paid handling and photographs. Some appeared unusually lethargic and minimally responsive. I have video footage showing one cub initially holding its head upright before its head drops backwards/downwards. I cannot determine the medical cause and I am not claiming sedation as fact, but in my view the behaviour warrants independent veterinary assessment. I also saw adult lions in very bare, hard-surfaced enclosures with little visible enrichment and faeces present. Ostriches appeared to have serious eye injuries or abnormalities, emus had what appeared to be blood or red material around their eyes, and a pale-coloured deer had a very pronounced swelling beneath its jaw/upper neck. I have preserved original photographs and videos and have formally reported what I witnessed to the relevant Turkish authorities and several animal-welfare organisations. Born Free has received a formal Raise the Red Flag report with supporting evidence. I would urge anyone considering an excursion involving this animal park or paid lion-cub handling to think carefully before financially supporting it. This review describes only what I personally observed. I am not making a medical diagnosis or claiming to know the cause of any animal’s condition.

    via Tripadvisor

    Gbvia5 · September 2026

    Expensive and animal cruelty

    Firstly as a family with young kids they enjoyed the day on a whole. However , the zoo was horrific... large animals in tiny cages and skinny lions bread for a tourist attraction. We booked through our hotel and was told it was holding lions and a safari with a mud bath and scenic green lake. Upon arrival we were told there would be loads of water fights and u were advised to buy water guns at €10 each so thats €30 gone. Then told our tickets didnt include entry. So another 25 for 5 us. Then 10 each to sit with drugged up baby lions for 1 minutes (another €40). Then offered for another 10 each, photos with monkeys. All the animals were in tiny cages with no actual grass ju# mud and stones. Reindeer were on a slope cage with nothing but rocks. If it was in Uk 100% would be shut down. Then off on the water fight which was fun just make sure u take guns in advance and any phones etc are covered up in bags as u get absolutely soaked. Then the boat trip which is a circular route round the beautiful lake, here is another photo they try sell u at the end stood at the end of the boat. You then moor up at a now sunken shell of a building (think lakes man made as there is a dam] for the mud bath. Well there was no mud bath it was a metal troff with the mud in. However to get it u had to pull yourself up the side of the building which was prob just under 2ft and way to difficult for kids many woman. Or you swam down and go through the windows of the building, again not ideal of your worried about being submerged and id say about 25% of people did this in total. Lunch was 1 chicken breast, pasta , salad and bread (with no spread to put on it). You were then guilt tripped into buying drinks from the venue and told to put any drinks away that you had brought yourself as it wasnt fair on the venue apparently. After this u could swim (no one was supervising the swimming in a lake filled with tree roots etc). There was free archery and shooting (which was fun). Horse riding was €5 each but we didn't see anyone take that up. Then onto another water fight before stopping at a restaurant in the hill with lovely views. Here we purchaed two cocktails and 3 bags of sweets and 3 slushes €53. Here they brought round the photos from the lions which started at €25 for one pic and then the haggling starts. Which i think by the end it was €25 for all 4 photos with frames (we didnt purchase as u can take ur own pics on ur phone ) Last is a foam party in a gravel car park with music. Which the kids loved as any kid would. Overall its a fun day especially for kids, but a expensive one (we spent around £300 all in with the extras) Extras: Zoo entry To have pics with lions Ice creams Drinks Sweets Water guns

    via Tripadvisor

    vivienmartin · August 2026

    Amazing

    If you know what you’re going to see and are prepared it’s an amazing experience . The water fights on the busses is amazing and great fun. Take your own water pistols or pay $10 a gun the zoo is small and run down it’s very sad but amazing to hold baby lions. The boat trip is lovely take drinks and snacks with you as everywhere is set up to make you buy drinks food ect just take plenty yourself.

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    7 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $40 to $55
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    15
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Profeesional Travel Solutions, who run 10 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 45.7.

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    Why this scores 46

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)0
    Review evidence (18% weight)70
    Booking momentum (14% weight)64
    Value for money (12% weight)63
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Side.

    How much does Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch cost?

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    Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Side usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch take?

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    Plan for about 7 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Side is not rushed.

    Is Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 46 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.1/5 across 42 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Side, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch?

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    Around 15 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Side can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Side and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Side within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Side?

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    On Outty we rank every Side experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Antalya Quad, Buggy, Rafting & Zipline Tour w/Lunch & Transfer, Green Canyon Jeep and Boat Tour with Lunch, Jeep Safari Adventure around Green Canyon with Boat Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Side?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Side?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch?

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    Included: Lunch. Not included: Entrance fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 2303 listed pickup locations in and around Side. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch offered in?

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    It is offered in German, Russian and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch?

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    Across 42 reviews averaging 3.1 out of 5, recurring themes include photo opportunities, food and drink, the guide. The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    What booking options are available for Lion Safari and Green Canyon Splash Feast with Lunch?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including From Antalya & Belek, From Alanya & Side. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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