Giresun Waterfalls

The coast road and the Kavak Yelleri rest stop

The Giresun waterfalls day trip from Trabzon starts on the Black Sea coast road, heading west toward Giresun province. After the first stretch of driving we make a rest break at Kavak Yelleri, a roadside stop where you can stretch your legs, use the facilities and buy a drink before the road turns inland.

The Black Sea coast here is a mix of hazelnut orchards, small fishing towns and green hills running down to the water. If you are wondering how long it takes to travel from Trabzon to the Giresun waterfalls, expect a full day, as the route includes several long drives on mountain roads between the stops.

Kuzalan Waterfall

Kuzalan Waterfall is the first major stop, a powerful cascade that drops through dense forest into a pool below. You can hear the water before you see it, and a cool mist drifts across the viewing paths. A Kuzalan Waterfall tour is easiest in the dry months, though light rain makes the forest look even greener.

We give you time to walk the paths, take photographs and stand close to the falling water. Mosses and ferns cover the damp rocks, and the surrounding forest keeps the air cool even on warm days. Wear closed shoes with grip, because the paths can be wet and slightly uneven, and bring a light waterproof layer.

The Blue Lake

The Blue Lake is a small mountain lake famous for its vivid turquoise water, which stands out against dark green forest all round. The colour comes from natural minerals in the water and shifts with sunlight and weather, so no two visits look quite the same. It is one of the most photographed places on the whole route.

We stop for a walk along the water's edge and for photographs, and the quiet, still lake is a calm contrast to the noise of Kuzalan Waterfall. If you are searching for how to visit the Blue Lake in Giresun from Trabzon without driving the mountain roads yourself, this guided day trip gives you a comfortable way to do it.

Göksu Travertines

The Göksu Travertines are terraced pools formed by mineral-rich water flowing slowly over rock for thousands of years, leaving white and pale-blue steps against the green hillsides. A Göksu Travertines visit is smaller in scale than the famous terraces elsewhere in Turkey, but much quieter and set in forest instead of dry hills.

Please stay on the marked paths and do not walk or swim in the pools, since the formations are delicate and protected. We leave time to follow the paths, look at the patterns in the mineral deposits and take photographs. It is a short, easy stop that adds a different kind of landscape to the day.

Lunch break and Kümbet Highland

After the travertines we stop for lunch at a local restaurant on the route, with meal arrangements confirmed by our desk when you book. The break gives everyone a rest before the climb into the highlands and a chance to try regional dishes at a relaxed pace.

The last major stop is Kümbet Highland, a broad plateau of open green meadows, wooden houses and grazing animals, with cool, clean mountain air. It is a tranquil place to walk and to take in wide panoramic views. If you are asking whether Kümbet Highland is worth the visit, this peaceful finish is the moment many guests remember most. Bring a light jacket.

Optional mastic rice pudding break

On the way back we can make a short optional stop for mastic rice pudding, a traditional dessert made with milk, rice and the aromatic resin of the mastic tree. It is offered as an extra, so you can join the break or simply wait with the group, and the cost is paid individually.

This stop is a light treat at the end of a day outdoors, not a food tour, and it is kept brief so the group stays on schedule for the return to Trabzon. If you have a dairy allergy or a special diet, please tell your guide, who can suggest another drink or snack at the same stop.