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Adventure · Diyarbakır, Diyarbakır

Rock Climbing at Tigris Cliffs

  • Distance2 km from Mardinkapı Gate (25-min walk)
  • Best seasonApril–May and October
  • PriceEquipment rental 200–400 TRY/day (~$5.30–$11) if available locally
  • OperatorSelf-guided only; no commercial climbing operation; bring all equipment and ideally a climbing partner
By Updated Reviewed by Daniel Mercer
Rock Climbing at Tigris Cliffs

Activity facts

Where
Limestone and basalt cliffs on the Tigris River south of the city walls
Duration
Half day

Equipment

  • Climbing harness
  • Shoes
  • Helmet
  • Ropes (bring own — no local rental available)
  • Water

Location

Tigris River cliffs south of Sur, Diyarbakır

37.8980, 40.2260 View on map