SIDE Mix Tour with Lion Interaction is a carefully planned full-day guided experience that begins with convenient hotel pickup in the morning and ends with a comfortable return transfer in the late afternoon. Every detail of the program is organized to ensure a smooth, enjoyable, and well-balanced day.
This tour combines cultural discovery, natural beauty, relaxation, and adventure in one complete package. Throughout the day, you will visit important local landmarks, explore scenic countryside areas, enjoy a peaceful boat trip on Green Lake, and take refreshing swimming breaks surrounded by stunning landscapes. The experience is enriched with a generous open buffet lunch served at a lakeside facility, allowing you to relax and recharge in a beautiful setting.
The true highlight of the program is the unforgettable Lion Park visit, where you can witness majestic lions up close in a safe and professionally supervised environment. This unique feature sets the Side Mix Tour with Lion Interaction apart from standard daily excursions and adds an exciting wildlife dimension to your holiday.
With professional guides accompanying you throughout the journey, the tour offers not only entertainment but also informative insights about the region’s culture, history, and nature. It is perfectly suited for families, couples, groups of friends, and anyone who wants to experience multiple attractions in a single, well-organized day without the stress of planning each detail separately.
Side Mix Tour with Lion Interaction pricing is as follows:
Adult Price: €30 per person.
Child Price (ages 3-10): €20 per child.
Children under 3 years old: free.
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What do you need to bring with you?
We recommend bringing swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, a hat for sun protection, and some cash for optional extras and entrance fees. You may also bring your mobile phone to take photos and videos during the tour.
Your adventure begins with a hotel transfer accompanied by a professional guide. You’ll travel in open-top cabrio buses, adding a fun and scenic touch to your journey.
The tour starts with a visit to a beautiful mosque where you can admire impressive architecture and experience a peaceful atmosphere. Your guide will share insights about local culture and traditions.
Next, you’ll stop at a charming orange garden surrounded by fragrant citrus trees. It’s a refreshing break and a perfect place for photos.
Step back in time at the ancient aqueduct, an impressive historical structure and a reminder of the region’s rich past. Enjoy a short photo stop before continuing the tour.
During the tour, you’ll have a short break where you can taste traditional Turkish gözleme and relax before the next highlight.
One of the most exciting and unforgettable parts of the Side Mix Tour with Lion Interaction is the visit to Lion Park, a well-organized zoo that is home to a wide variety of fascinating animals.
In addition to the majestic lions, the park also features adorable bear cubs, wolves, playful monkeys, colorful tropical birds, and impressive pelicans. As you explore the park, you’ll enjoy observing different species in specially designed areas, making this stop both entertaining and family-friendly.
The main attraction is, of course, the lion section. You will have the opportunity to see these powerful animals up close in a safe and professionally supervised environment. Observing their strength and calm presence from just a short distance away is truly impressive.
For guests who wish to make the experience even more special, lion interaction is available for an additional fee. Under staff supervision, visitors can enter a secure area for photo opportunities. Touching and gently petting is allowed only with lion cubs, creating a unique and heartwarming moment. Feeding opportunities are also available for a small extra charge.
These optional experiences make the Side Mix Tour with Lion Interaction truly unique, offering unforgettable memories that go far beyond a standard zoo visit.
After the Lion Park visit, you’ll enjoy a relaxing boat tour on Green Lake surrounded by stunning natural scenery. A swimming break in the calm waters gives you the perfect chance to cool off and unwind.
Lunch is served at our lakeside facility in open buffet style. You can enjoy unlimited dishes such as chicken, pasta, rice, salads, and traditional mezes. After the meal, there is free time for swimming and relaxation.
The tour continues with a stop at the Green Canyon observation terrace, where you can take panoramic photos of the breathtaking landscape.
The final stop is the famous Manavgat Waterfall. Enjoy the relaxing sound of cascading water and the fresh atmosphere before heading back.
At the end of the day, you’ll be transferred comfortably back to your hotel.
SIDE Mix Tour with Lion Interaction offers a perfect mix of culture, history, nature, relaxation, and thrilling wildlife encounters — all in one unforgettable day. Book now and add a unique adventure to your holiday in Side.
Pricing for the Side Mix Tour with Lion Interaction is €30 per adult and €20 per child (4–10 years old). Children under 3 years old can join the tour free of charge.
The Mix Tour with Lion Interaction includes hotel pickup and drop-off, professional guiding service, visits to cultural and natural attractions, Green Lake boat tour, open buffet lunch, swimming breaks, and a visit to Lion Park. Some entrances and optional activities are paid separately.
Yes, advance booking is highly recommended as daily spots are limited.
Yes, all activities, especially animal interactions, are conducted under professional supervision with strict safety measures.
Yes, the Side Mix Tour with Lion Interaction is family-friendly and suitable for children.
Touching and gently petting is only allowed with lion cubs and takes place under professional supervision for an additional fee. Feeding the lions is also possible for a small extra charge and is conducted safely with trained staff guidance.
Yes, you have the opportunity to take photos with the lion during the visit. Photo sessions and direct interaction, such as touching the lion, are optional and can be arranged on site at the park for an additional charge for those who wish to participate.
Yes, there are swimming breaks during the Green Lake boat tour and after lunch.
The buffet typically includes chicken, pasta, rice, salads, and traditional Turkish mezes.
No, the entrance fee to Manavgat Waterfall is not included in the tour price. The entrance fee is 2 € and must be paid separately on-site.
We recommend bringing swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, comfortable shoes, and some cash for optional extras and entrance fees.