You can visit all year round, though between November and March water levels can rise and entry may not be possible. From April onwards, when most of the snow from the Taurus Mountains has melted and passed through the gorge, around 4km is usually walkable. Sensible submersible shoes with grips are essential as the stones beneath the water can be slippery.

If it's your first visit, we recommend a day trip that includes the ancient ruins of Tlos and a BBQ lunch at a nearby fresh trout restaurant. You can also hire a car and drive yourself (free parking at the gorge), or include it in a jeep safari tour.

When you walk over the bridge to the entrance, the first thing that strikes you is the huge crevice in the rock, then the vast sculpted walls towering above and the sound of water rushing through the ravines. You'll need to cross the river before entering - the fresh mountain water is notably cold and can be up to waist height over a 6-8 metre stretch.

For the more adventurous, you can set off down the river in a ring raft. This is an extra cost per person and great fun. You'll be equipped with an inflatable ring with handles and a paddle - wear something you don't mind getting wet.

After a quick lesson, the gentle rapids carry you downstream for around 30-40 minutes, accompanied by experienced guides along the way.

• Sensible submersible shoes with grip (sea shoes are ideal; jelly shoes can be hired)
• Clothes you don't mind getting wet
• Swimwear
• Camera (ideally in a waterproof bag/case)
• Suncream
• Money
• Bottles of water