Two friends on paddle boards under a pink dawn sky
DawnFirst light on the bay
Paddler on a SUP board splashing water toward the rising sun
SunriseOver the Mediterranean
Guest on a paddle board in front of the Red Tower in golden morning light
Golden hourAt the Red Tower

Watch the sun rise from the sea.

A two-hour sunrise paddle along Alanya's coast, past the Castle, the Shipyard and the Red Tower. Coffee and croissants on the water, with a photographer to capture it all. No experience needed.

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Duration2 hours
Sessions05:00 · 07:00
LevelAll levels
Meet atGalip Dere Beach
The route

Alanya's history, seen from the water.

Before the beach clubs open and the boats head out, the bay is flat, clear and turquoise. We paddle along the foot of the castle hill to three landmarks that are best seen from the sea.

Guest on a paddle board with Alanya's castle hill behind
Seljuk walls · 13th c.

Alanya Castle

The fortress walls climb the headland above you as you paddle along its base.

Guest kneeling on a paddle board in front of the Shipyard's stone arches
Tersane · 1221

The Shipyard

Five stone arches cut into the rock, built so ships could be made right at the water's edge.

Two guests on a board in front of the Red Tower
Kızıl Kule · 1226

The Red Tower

The city's symbol, and our break stop. Coffee, croissants and photos in front of it.

Your morning

Four steps from sand to sunrise.

Both sessions follow the same route. Choose a session to see the timings.

Times within each session are approximate.

  1. 04:45

    Meet & greet

    Meet your guide at Galip Dere Public Beach. You'll get a short intro to the tour, then collect your board, paddle and life jacket.

    Arrive 10–15 min early
  2. 05:00

    SUP training

    Your instructor covers basic technique and safety on the beach. Even if you've never been on a board, you'll be on the water in a few minutes.

    All levelsLife jacket on
  3. 05:20

    Paddle the coast & break

    As the sun comes up, we paddle past the Castle and the Shipyard to the Red Tower. We stop there for tea, coffee, water and fresh croissants while the photographer shoots photos and video.

    Coffee & croissantsPhoto & video shoot
  4. 06:35

    Paddle back

    An easy paddle back along the coast to Galip Dere, where the tour ends.

    Ends 07:00
Couple posing on their boards on the water Top-down shot of a guest lying on a board in turquoise water Shot by our crew
Photos & video included

Leave your phone. We'll take the photos.

A professional photographer paddles out with every group. At the Red Tower and the Shipyard we stop for a proper shoot, with the old walls behind you and the morning light on your face. You go home with photos and video of your whole tour.

Add drone footageAerial shots of you on the water
+300 TRYper person
What's included

We bring the gear. You bring a towel.

Included in every tour

  • Professional SUP board
  • Paddle
  • Life vest
  • Professional SUP instructor
  • Basic SUP training
  • Insurance
  • Professional photoshoot
  • Professional video shooting
  • Tea, coffee, water and fresh croissants

Bring with you

  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Waterproof bag or phone case

Extras & not included

  • Drone footage, optional (+300 TRY per person)
  • Hotel transfer
  • Personal shopping
Before you go

Good to know.

I've never done SUP. Can I join?

Yes. Every tour starts with basic technique and safety training from a professional instructor. Most first-timers are standing on the board within a few minutes, and the early-morning water is at its calmest.

Which session should I choose?

Pick the 05:00 session if you want to be on the water as the sun comes up. The 07:00 session follows the same route in golden morning light, and you don't have to get up as early.

Where do we meet, and when?

At Galip Dere Public Beach in Alanya. Please arrive 10–15 minutes before your session so we can hand out the gear and start on time.

What should I wear?

Swimwear or comfortable sportswear you don't mind getting wet. Bring a towel and sunscreen, which we recommend even at sunrise.

Can I bring my phone?

You can, in a waterproof case or bag. You don't need it for photos, though. Our photographer shoots photos and video throughout the tour.

What's the drone option?

For an extra 300 TRY per person, we film you from the air as well as taking the regular photos and video. Tick the box when you book and we'll add it for everyone in your booking.

Tomorrow's sunrise is at the Red Tower

Your alarm goes off at 04:30. It's worth it.

Two hours on the water, coffee in front of an 800-year-old tower, and the photos to prove it.

Meet at
Galip Dere Public Beach, Alanya
Sessions
05:00–07:00 · 07:00–09:00
Arrive
10–15 minutes before start
Level
All levels, training included