What to Wear Rafting in Köprülü Canyon
Knowing what to wear rafting makes the day far more comfortable. The Köprülü River is cold even in midsummer, while the air in the canyon can pass 35 °C, so your outfit has to cope with both. The short answer: swimwear under light quick-dry clothes, shoes that stay on your feet, and a dry change for later.
What We Provide and What You Bring
Every guest receives a helmet, a life jacket and a paddle before the safety briefing. You do not need any special gear of your own. Your job is simply to arrive dressed for water and sun.
- Swimwear, worn under your clothes from the hotel
- A light T-shirt or rash vest made of synthetic fabric
- Water shoes, old trainers or sandals with a heel strap
- Waterproof sun cream, a towel and dry clothes for the ride back
Choosing Rafting Clothes for Cold Water and Hot Sun
Synthetic fabrics dry quickly and keep some warmth when wet. Cotton does the opposite: it soaks up river water, turns heavy and leaves you chilled in the shade of the gorge. A long-sleeved rash vest is a smart choice for children and anyone who burns easily.
In spring and late autumn the water feels colder, so add an extra synthetic layer. On a hot July day shorts and a T-shirt are enough, because the cold river is exactly what makes rafting so refreshing.
Rafting Shoes: Why Flip-Flops Do Not Work
You will walk on wet stones at the start and the end of the run. Flip-flops slip off in the first rapid and are rarely seen again. Choose footwear that is fastened to your foot and can get soaked.
What Not to Wear Rafting or Bring on the River
Leave jewellery, watches and loose sunglasses at the hotel or in the bus. A phone only belongs on the raft inside a waterproof pouch. If you wear glasses, secure them with a strap.
Once you know what to wear rafting, the rest is easy. Not sure the tour is right for you? Read who can go rafting, check the river water temperature or see prices and pickup times on our Köprülü Canyon rafting tour page.
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