Mount Tahtali & Olympos Cable Car Guide
Ride from the pine-covered Beydaglari mountains to the 2,365 m summit: current departure times, ticket prices, weather tips, what to expect at the top and the easiest ways to plan your visit.
A fast way to go from the Mediterranean coast to a 2,365 m mountain summit.
Mount Tahtali rises above the Kemer coast inside Beydaglari Coastal National Park. Olympos Teleferik carries visitors to the summit at 2,365 metres, giving you mountain and Mediterranean views without a long summit hike.
The operator says the cable-car line is approximately 4,350 metres long and the journey takes around 10 minutes. The attraction opened in 2007 and uses a large aerial tram system built by Doppelmayr/Garaventa.
Do not confuse this attraction with Olympos Ancient City. The archaeological site is near Cirali; Olympos Teleferik is the mountain cable car in the Kemer area.
The journey is part of the experience.
Start in the forest
The mountain station road leaves the main Antalya–Kemer coastal route and climbs through pine forest before reaching the lower cable-car station.
About 10 minutes
The large cabins rise quickly over forest and rocky mountain terrain. Views open toward the Mediterranean as the cabin gains height.
2,365 metres above sea level
The top station has viewing terraces and visitor facilities. On a clear day the coastline and surrounding Taurus/Beydaglari landscape dominate the view.
Plan around the last departure
The operator says the access road closes to new vehicle entry 15 minutes before the final cable-car departure, so do not arrive at the last moment.
What to do once you reach the top.
Walk the viewing terraces
Give yourself time to move around the summit rather than taking one photo and leaving. Different sides of the station reveal different mountain and sea views.
Take a break at the top
The operator lists restaurant facilities at the summit. Prices and opening details can change, so treat this as a convenience rather than the main reason to visit.
Paragliding and seasonal activities
Tahtali is also used for adventure activities, including paragliding. These are separate products and depend strongly on weather and operating conditions.
Visibility matters more than time of day
A clear morning can be better than a dramatic but cloudy sunset. Check live conditions before making the mountain your main photo stop.
Current official departure times and published ticket prices.
The official Olympos Teleferik timetable currently lists these daily operating windows: 09:00–15:00 in January–March and November–December, 09:00–17:00 in April–May and October, and 09:00–18:00 from June through September.
The operator warns that daily departures can change because of weather, seasonal plans or maintenance. Check the live operator page on the day you travel.
The official price page currently publishes a standard return fare of US$46 adult, US$32 for children aged 3–11, and free entry for ages 0–2. One-way prices are also listed. These prices can change, so confirm before payment.
The summit can feel like a different day from the beach.
Best for long coastal views
If the summit is clear, the ride delivers the wide Mediterranean panorama most visitors are hoping for.
Views can disappear
Low cloud can wrap around the upper mountain. The cable-car ride may still operate, but the famous panorama can be hidden.
Pack one extra layer
Do not judge summit clothing only by Antalya beach weather. Higher altitude means cooler air and often more wind.
Expect true mountain conditions
Snow and cold weather are possible at the summit while the coast remains mild. Check operations before driving to the station.
Mount Tahtali works best with the Kemer coast, not central Antalya sightseeing.
Phaselis + Mount Tahtali
Visit Phaselis for ruins and sea-level scenery, then go up Tahtali for the high mountain contrast. This is one of the most logical combinations in the Kemer area.
Kemer coast + cable car
Keep the day simple: a relaxed coastal morning, then the cable car when visibility looks strongest.
Olympos Cable Car ticket + optional pickup
This GetYourGuide product focuses on the Tahtali cable car itself and offers optional transfers from Antalya or Kemer, depending on the selected option.
Olympos + Cirali
Possible if you have your own transport, but do not rush all three major stops into a short day. Olympos and Yanartas already work well together.
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Continue exploring the Antalya coast.
Phaselis Ancient City
Roman ruins, pine forest and three historic harbours near the Kemer coast.
Olympos Ancient City
Lycian and Roman ruins spread through a green valley close to Cirali.
Chimera (Yanartas)
Natural flames burning from rocky vents above Cirali, best known as an evening visit.
Antalya Travel Guide
Use Antalya as a base for Kaleici, waterfalls and day trips along the coast.
Mount Tahtali & Olympos Cable Car questions.
Is Mount Tahtali cable car worth visiting?
It is most worthwhile on a clear day if you enjoy panoramic mountain and Mediterranean views. Cloud can greatly reduce the view, so weather matters more here than at many Antalya attractions.
How high is Mount Tahtali?
The Olympos Teleferik summit station is at 2,365 metres above sea level.
How long is the cable-car ride?
The operator says the 4.35 km line reaches the summit in about 10 minutes.
What are the current Olympos Cable Car hours?
As reviewed in September 2026, the official timetable lists 09:00–18:00 from June through September, 09:00–17:00 in April–May and October, and 09:00–15:00 in January–March and November–December. Weather and maintenance can change departures.
How much is the Olympos Teleferik ticket?
The official price page reviewed in September 2026 lists a return ticket at US$46 for adults, US$32 for children aged 3–11 and free for ages 0–2. Recheck the official page because prices can change.
Is Olympos Cable Car the same place as Olympos Ancient City?
No. Olympos Teleferik climbs Mount Tahtali in the Kemer area. Olympos Ancient City is a separate archaeological site near Cirali.