One of the most popular national parks in Antalya is the famous Köprülü Canyon National Park where you will find Tazı Canyon, also known as Eagles Canyon.
In this article, you will find everything you need to know about Tazı Canyon before your visit, including information about hiking, the best places for photos, tours, and how to get there.
Before you begin, you might want to read about the main park where the canyon is located, Köprülü Canyon National Park.
What Can I Do in Tazı (Eagles) Canyon?
Tazı Canyon is a natural canyon formed by streams and it has become very trendy in recent years from all the posts on social media. Wisdom Valley in Tazı Canyon is gradually becoming a popular destination for camping as well. This valley is reminiscent of Scandinavian fjords.
Tazı Canyon's natural beauty is relatively untouched because getting there is not so easy. You need to walk about 11 km across steep rocks, high in the mountains to reach Tazı Canyon.
On your walk through the valley, you can drink from the cool spring waters. Photography and nature lovers will admire the various angles of the canyon and marvelous view of Köprüçay stream. Tazı Canyon is very rich in biodiversity, with many species of plants and animals. You may even come across animals such as wild goats, rabbits, eagles, rock pigeons, and hawks on your nature walks!
The steep cliffs located near the streams are around 400 meters high. Although the cliff view is breathtaking, there are no security measures here. Because of this, you need to be very careful when taking pictures.
If you want to discover hiking activities in Antalya, please read our complete guide to hiking in Antalya.
Entrance, Tickets, and Tours
Tazı Canyon is in the northern part of Köprülü Canyon National Park and about 11 km from Köprülü Canyon.
This is a national park in Antalya, so you don't have to pay a fee at the entrance to the national park or at the entrance to the Tazı canyon.
How to Get to Tazı (Eagles) Canyon
Tazı Canyon is about 104 km from Antalya. It is located in the town of Beşkonak between Serik and Manavgat.
- Public Transportation: From the center of Antalya, you can take the bus to Manavgat . Afterwards, take one of the buses or minibuses to Köprülü Canyon National Park to reach Tazı (Eagles) Canyon.
- By Car: From Antalya drive toward Gaziler and cross the bridge. After about 10 km, you will come to the canyon crossroad. There you will see the sign for Tazı Canyon. If you are going by vehicle, make sure to choose a vehicle that can handle rough terrain.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Tazı Canyon is about 104 km from Antalya. It is located in the town of Beşkonak between Serik and Manavgat.
Public Transportation: From the center of Antalya, you can take the bus to Manavgat . Afterwards, take one of the buses or minibuses to Köprülü Canyon National Park to reach Tazı (Eagles) Canyon.
By Car: From Antalya drive toward Gaziler and cross the bridge. After about 10 km, you will come to the canyon crossroad. There you will see the sign for Tazı Canyon. If you are going by vehicle, make sure to choose a vehicle that can handle rough terrain.
Tazı Canyon is located in Köprülü Canyon National Park. Therefore, there is no ticket needed for the entrance.
Tazı Canyon's natural beauty is relatively untouched because getting there is not so easy. You need to walk about 11 km across steep rocks, high in the mountains to reach Tazı Canyon.
On your walk through the valley, you can drink from the cool spring waters. Photography and nature lovers will admire the various angles of the canyon and marvelous view of Köprüçay stream. Tazı Canyon is very rich in biodiversity, with many species of plants and animals. You may even come across animals such as wild goats, rabbits, eagles, rock pigeons, and hawks on your nature walks!
The History of Tazı (Eagles) Canyon
In ancient times, the Battle of Eurymedon between the Persians and the Greeks took place in this region. For this reason, Köprüçay river is said to be Eurymedon, meaning beautifully flowing water.
Tazı (Eagles) Canyon is located in Köprülü Canyon National Park. It was declared a national park in 1973, after natural and cultural resources in the area were evaluated. The national park covers an area about 36,614 hectares.
