DALAMAN RIVER EVERYDAY

The ‘Dalaman Experience’ (1 day with grade 3-4 rapids) or the ‘Dalaman Overnighter’ (2 days with grade 4-5 rapids) … here is your chance while on holiday in Turkey, to experience real adventure in the unspoilt mountain scenery! We raft through narrow limestone gorges, surrounded by magnificent pine forests, and tackle exhilarating white water.

SEA KAYAKING

KAS / KEKOVA EVERY DAY
Kayak in the Mediterranean’s turquoise blue waters of the Kekova region. Here the ancient Lycian and later the Romans built a whole city on the main island that extends like a breakwater in front of the villages of Kale (Simena) and Ucagiz.

The ‘Dalaman Experience’

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Tour Details: A tandem paragliding flight over Oludeniz is that very special treat that is never forgotten. Starting from a mountain 2000m high and traveling over two and a half kilometers, it takes 45 minutes from take off to landing. You will have the most awesome view, of the most beautiful beach in turkey.

Additional notes: 45 minute jeep ride up the mountain.

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Who can Fly?
There are No age restrictions for our flights and we’re happy to take youngsters from about 7 years of age. There is no upper age limit. People with physical disabilities can also fly, depending on the nature of the disability and providing they are able – with the help of a relative or carer where necessary- to be seated comfortably and securely in the aircraft. Check with us if you are not sure.

Ephesus / Selcuk Airport
We operate from airport owned by Turkish Aeronautical Association. The runway used by Turkish National skydiving team and dedicated to air sport acitivities.

Aircraft Hanger
The aircrafts are kept seperate from our public viewing station. Guests can view the aircrafts from a safe distance during the operation next to the office. The aircraft are moved in to the hanger where they kept and maintained.

Office & Public Area
Sky & Sea has a managment office at main building of the airport. The office allows customers toview the aircraft and over looks the runway. In addition, we have a purpose built seating area to allow you to relax either beofre or after your flight , wtih tea, coffee and soft drinks supplied, and a washroom available. Spectators are also most welcome to watch you take your unique experience!

Pilots
Sky & Sea has a cooperation agreement with THK/ GÖKÇEN to operate air sports equipment for the tourism sector. All pilots are certified instructors holding Turkish Microlight licanse which meets the FAI(Federation Aviation International) standarts for microlight operations.

Insurance
We hold full third party insurance, which complies with aivation requirements that are mandated within the FAI. All aircraft and passangers are insured by a prime Turkish insurance company (ANADOLU Sigorta owned by Y? BANK).
All pilots are trained to highest interantional standarts and carry valid microlight license and insured by prime Turkish insurance company.(GÜNE?)

The excursion
Sky & sea offers a true lifetime experience. We will be flying alocal route that lasts approximately 20 to 25 minutes from Ephesus / Selcuk airport towards Kusadasi Cruise ship port and beach, fly over the famous Ephesus theater, Virgin Mary’s house, and St. John’s Basilica in a state of the art microlight.

Our flights start at 08:00 till 12:00 and from 15:00 till 20:00 every half an hour, seven days a week. The trip starts from the customers origin and lasts approximately 2 hours. Upon arrival at Ephesus airport guests are taken to a viewing area with seating. Before flights commence, Passengers are fully briefed and kitted out with fllight suits if whether requires and helmets with intercom allowing constant communication with the pilot.

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Our day starts at 9:00 a.m. in Fethiye where all jeeps depart for an enjoyable day. First stop is the archaeological site of Tlos, situated on a steep hill and therefore unfortunately difficult to reach. We can see an Ottoman Castle on the top, Lycian rock graves and a Roman.

KAYAKOY /OLUDENIZ EVERY DAY

Kayakoy Tour
This Greek village called Kayaköy was evacuated during the Greek-Turkish war of 1919- 1923 and after the earthquake of 1957, the town got completely deserted.

Mountain OLUDENIZ Tour
Your 2nd choice is to have an unforgettable and astonishing view of the Blue Lagoon from the top of the mountains.

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In the morning we dive near the Greek island of Kastellorizon (Meis in Turkish), in the afternoon we go to closer sites. Often you will be able to see dolphins following our boat and less frequently sea turtles, carettas. This year we have even seen seals and swordfish.
Additional notes: Our diving equipment is only two years old and is of a high standard, mostly CRESSI-SUB or SCUBAPRO with 12 litre MANNESMANN steel tanks

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Turkish Heritage Travel organizes both private and regular hiking tours with different difficulty levels. You can get further information about the valleys below and tailor-make your itinerary by your own.
ROSE and RED VALLEYS (2 – 4 HOURS)
Rose Valley is a large area located between Goreme and Cavusin, and it is divided into many small valleys. It covers the valleys of Gulludere, Kizilcukur, Meskendir and Zindanonu. There are some cave churches, cave tunnels, cave houses in the valley which are visited during the hike. Rose Valley has paths for easy, medium and difficult levels. The most comman path in the valley takes around 2 hours for 3,5 km.

Half day hiking tour in these valleys is 20 USD per person.

IHLARA VALLEY (2 – 6 HOURS)
Ihlara is the deepest gorge of Asia Minor, where monks used to live and instruct Christanity in cave churches. Most of the churches here, are decorated with frescoes. The main difference of Ihlara from the other Cappadocian valleys is the Melendiz river which runs from the bottom of the valley and paints it to blue and green.

The total length of the valley is 14 km, and there are three different walking tours in the valley.
” 3,5 km hike. Starting from the main gate and walking until Belisirma Village.
” 7 km hike. Starting from the beginning of the valley and walking until Belisirma Village.
” 14 km hike. Starting from the beginning of the valley and walking until Selime Monastery.
7 km or 3,5 km hike in Ihlara Valley is included to our Daily Cappadocia Tours and it is 40 USD per person including lunch and entrance fees. Private 14km Ihlara Valley tour is 100 USD per person.

OTHER VALLEYS OF CAPPADOCIA
Turkish Heritage Travel is specialized in walking tours and offers these tours in many different valleys of Cappadocia. Apart from the above valleys, we organize hikes in
” Pigeons Valley, 4km, from Uchisar to Goreme. A moderate walk in a green valley with many different rock formations and hundreds of pigeon houses carved into fairy-chimneys.
” Love Valley, 1 km, a short and easy hike in a valley on the way to Goreme Open Air Museum with tall fairy-chimneys.
” Zemi Valley, 5 km, from Goreme to Uchisar. A moderate hike in a green valley with wind-eroded volcanic rocks.
” Honey Valley, 5 km, starting from Goreme-Cavusin road upto old Uchisar. One of the most spectacular vies of Cappadocia.
” Uzengi Valley, 4km, an easy hike from Ortahisar to Urgup-Mustafapasa road in a green valley.
The rate for half day hiking trips (2 to 4 hours) is 20 USD per person, while full day hiking is 40 USD per person including lunch box.

A hot-air balloon flight is unique from all other experiences of flight as there is no sensation of motion. Travelling at heights of up to 1500 feet, the feeling is one of peace and tranquility. The earth slowly descends and rotates below you. Within moments after lifting off you become at ease while you effortlessly drift over the treetops and the spectacular Cappadocian landscape. It is like a dream to gently float over the countryside in complete harmony with your surroundings.

The deep canyons and lush fertile valleys of Cappadocia provide our balloons with an ideal playground for a unique and memorable flight; gentle winds carry us over places that could never be reached except by balloon. Ballooning can be such fun! In season we can even pick apricots from the trees!

Ballooning – Hot Air Ballooning Basics

How do balloons fly?
Balloons operate through the basic principles of gravity and heat transfer. As air inside the balloon is heated, it rises. As the air inside the balloon cools, it descends. To make the balloon fly, an inflator fan fills it with air, which is then heated.

What are the main parts of a hot air balloon?
A hot air balloon has three major parts: the envelope, the burner, and the basket or gondola. The basket is where passengers ride. Usually made of wicker, baskets protect the occupants and are lightweight and flexible. The burner is positioned above the passenger’s heads and produces a huge flame to heat the air inside the envelope. The envelope is the colorful fabric bag that holds the hot air. When the air inside the envelope is heated, the balloon rises. To descend, the pilot allows the air to cool and the balloon becomes heavier than air. The pilot has complete control of the up-and-down movements by controlling the heat in the envelope.

What are envelopes made of?
Rip-stop nylon is the most common material, but polyester and other fabrics are also used. The fabric around the lower opening (called the mouth) of the balloon are usually made from a fire resistant material like Nomex, similar to the suits that firefighters wear.

What is a balloon basket made of?
Woven wicker is used because it is lightweight, flexible and easily repaired.

Are all hot air balloons alike?
All hot air balloons consist of a burner system, a basket and an envelope. The differences are in the shape and size of the envelope, the deflation system, the basket shape and design and the configuration, design, and number of burners.

How long will balloons last?
Depending on the care given, a balloon envelope may last 500 or more flying hours. The basket will last much longer, perhaps thousands of flight hours with proper care.

Can you steer a balloon?
Winds determine a balloon’s direction. Pilot can steer a balloon, to a limited extent, by adjusting the balloon’s altitude to make use of different wind speeds and directions.

How many people can ride in a hot air balloon?
Balloons are constructed with greater or lesser volume to carry more or less weight. The smallest passenger balloons carry just the pilot! The largest passenger transporter in operation has a capacity of 24 passengers plus the pilot. Our balloons are designed to carry between 6 and 16 passengers.

How long does a balloon flight last?
The actual flight time averages more than an hour.

What fuel do balloons use?
Our hot air balloons carry 60 to 110 gallons (120 to 200kg) of propane in stainless steel fuel tanks. We expect to use roughly 75% of the fuel during a single flight.
Ballooning – Safe Landings

How safe is a balloon?
Hot air ballooning is one of the safest forms of flying. Serious accidents are rare.

How high do balloons fly?
We prefer to fly at very low levels as this gives the best flying experience. At lower altitudes you will be able to observe people, animals and the landscape up close. During the flight we may ascend as high as 2000 feet.

What happens if the burner goes out?
If the burner goes out, first burner will be relighted. There is also a redundant burner that we can rely on to fly the balloon. Without a burner the balloon will only descend at about the same rate as a parachute.

What happens if a bird flies into a balloon?
Balloons are so large that most birds avoid them. The envelope fabric is much tougher than it might appear and a bird would likely bounce off if there were a collision! Balloon manufacturers have performed tests, and it is possible to fly a balloon even with a hole.

How long does it take to inflate and deflate the balloon?
A good ground crew can inflate and launch a balloon in fifteen minutes or less. It takes about the same amount of time to deflate and pack up the balloon after the flight.

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