Ayder Plateau & Fırtına Valley
Waterfalls, rafting and the green Ayder plateau — the most requested nature day from Trabzon.
Itinerary
- 01
Early pick-up and drive east along the coast into Rize.
- 02
Photo stop at İskitoğlu waterfall (optional Black Sea breakfast).
- 03
Fırtına valley: rafting, giant swing and zipline at the activity centres.
- 04
Stop at the Ottoman stone bridges along the river.
- 05
Free time on the Ayder plateau with lunch facing Gelin Tülü waterfall.
- 06
Return to Trabzon in the evening.
Stops
- İskitoğlu Waterfall1
Roadside waterfall and classic photo stop on the way to Ayder.
- Fırtına Valley2
River valley for rafting, the giant swing and zipline.
- Ottoman stone bridges3
Arched Ottoman stone bridges along the Fırtına river.
- Ayder Plateau4
Wooden chalets, hot springs and meadows at 1,350 m.
- Gelin Tülü Waterfall5
The “bride’s veil” waterfall near Ayder.
Map
Includes
- ✓Private or shared vehicle with driver
- ✓Guide or driver-guide
- ✓Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- ✓Rafting on request (supplement)
Good to know
- !Around 2 hours each way from Trabzon.
- !Rafting is seasonal and depends on water levels; minimum age applies.
- !Bring rain jackets and a change of clothes.
Hotels nearby
Five-star thermal resort in İkizdere, combining hot-spring pools with mountain and river scenery.
Five-star on the Rize coast with a private beach area, full spa and fine dining, opposite İskitoğlu waterfall.
Central five-star in Rize, close to the castle and the tea garden, with four restaurants.
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Ayder Plateau & Fırtına Valley
Waterfalls, rafting and the green Ayder plateau — the most requested nature day from Trabzon.