Rafting Gear in Köprülü Canyon: What Is Included, Rented or Sold

Prices first? See Köprülü Canyon rafting prices 2026. For clothing tips, see our rafting guide: what to wear and safety.

Gear Included, Gear to Rent, Gear to Buy

When you raft with us, the safety equipment is part of the price. Some guests also need a little extra: warmth on a cold day, or shoes that can go in the river. This page explains what is included, what you can rent at our base in cold weather and what you can buy on the spot, so you do not have to arrive with everything.

Included in Every Rafting Trip

• Helmet
• Life jacket
• Paddle
• A certified guide in every boat, and insurance

They are handed out before the safety briefing on the riverbank.

Wetsuit Rental in Cold Weather

The Köprüçay is a cold, spring-fed river: about 9 °C near the springs all year, and up to around 15 °C in summer further from them. On warm days a swimsuit and T-shirt are usually enough. In the colder months, when the air is cool too, guests who want to stay warmer can rent a wetsuit at our base for a fee.

A wetsuit keeps your body warmer after splashes and swims, so a winter trip is more comfortable. If you plan to raft between late autumn and spring, mention it when you book, and ask us about wetsuit rental for your date.

Water Shoes: Bring Them or Buy Them Here

Flip-flops are not allowed in the boat, because they slip off and do not protect your feet on wet rocks. The best choice is a pair of water shoes or trainers that can get wet. If you have them, bring them along.

If you do not have suitable shoes, you can buy water shoes at our base. They are available in all sizes, prices are affordable, and they vary with the model. Shoes are not included in the tour price.

What to Bring Yourself

• Swimsuit, worn under your clothes
• A T-shirt or light top for the boat
• A towel and a full set of dry clothes
• Sunscreen in summer, a warm layer for after the trip in winter

Our rafting packing list has the full checklist.

Rafting in Winter

In winter the river runs higher and the rapids push harder, so the day has more adrenaline. Trips run when the weather allows; please message us on WhatsApp at +90 534 820 11 69 at least one day before. Read more about the seasons in rafting in winter vs summer and about the river in Köprüçay water temperature.