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Festival Area address; Kapıkaya hill Bafra - Samsun / Türkiye

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Festival Date

4 days of amazing festival history

26 - 30 July 2023
Kapıkaya Festival

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About the Festival

Kapikayafest, aiming to bring together many national and international athletes and nature lovers by presenting various branches of sports in the same environment, aims to emphasize the importance of sports and athletes for a more livable world with healthy individuals with the slogan "Keep Nature Alive, Live Sports".

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Event calendar

KAPIKAYA FEST EVENT CALENDAR

Activity 9:00 - 19:00

Camp & Registration

Registration and Placement

Activity 9:00 - 17:00

Workshop Activities

Traditional Handicraft Workshops

Aktivite 9:00 - 17:00

Water Sportts & Spor

Boat Tours, Canoeing, Jet Skiing, Water Skiing, Ringo Boat, Scuba Diving

Aktivite 9:00- 17:00

Sports Activities& Decathlon Sports Activities

Mini Football/Volleyball, Badminton, Foot Tennis, Table Tennis, Darts, ATV Safari, Zipline, Archery, Basketball, Trampoline, Climbing Wall, Cycling.

Aktivite 9:00 - 17:00
Aktivite 9:00-17:00

Aviation& Paragliding

Tandem and Single Flights

Aktivite 9:00 - 19:00

Mountaineering & Nature Hiking

Route: Cave of Life and Tepen Hole (EASY)

Workshop 10:30 - 16:00

Aviation& Acro YP

Acrobatic Paragliding Shows/p>

Action 11:00 - 18:00

Sportif Actionler & Spor

Survivor Competition, Push-up Competition, Plank Competition, and prize-winning competitions

Action 17:00 -....
Action 19:00 - 20:00

Camp Activities

Campfire and Free Time

Action 7:00 - 8:30

Breakfast

Breakfast for the camp

Action 9:00 - 10:00
Action 10:00 - 12:00

Opening ceremony

Opening Speeches, Folk Dance Performance, Alan Excursionsi

Action 9:00 - 19:00

Aviation& Paragliding

Tandem and Single Flights

Action 9:00 - 17:00

Workshop Activities & Culture

Traditional Handicraft Workshops

Action 9:00 - 17:00

Water Sportts & Spor

Boat Tours, Canoeing, Jet Skiing, Water Skiing, Ringo Boat, Scuba Diving

Action 9:00 - 19:00

Sports Activities& Decathlon Sports Activities

Mini Football/Volleyball, Badminton, Foot Tennis, Table Tennis, Darts, ATV Safari, Zipline, Archery, Basketball, Trampoline, Climbing Wall, Cycling.

Action 10:00 - 16:00
Workshop 10:30 - 16:00

Mountaineering & Nature Hiking

Route: Yellow Church (MIDDLE)

Action 10:00 - 16:00

Mountaineering & Rock Climbing

It is suitable for everyone's participation.

Action 11:00 - 18:00

Aviation& Acro YP

Acrobatic Paragliding Shows/p>

Action 17:00 - ....

Aviation& Windsurfing

Windsurfing Target Championship

Action 13:00 - ...

Excursion & Kuş Cenneti

ATTENTION: IT CAN BE HIGH SUN AND HIGH WIND.

Action 17:00 - ...

Sports Activities& Decathlon Sports Activities

Survivor Competition, Push-up Competition, Plank Competition, and prize-winning competitions

Action 19:00 - 20:00
Action 20:00 - 00:00
Action 21:00 - 00:00

Camp Activity

Campfire and Free Time

Action 7:00 - 8:30

Breakfast

Breakfast for the camp

Action 9:00 - 10:00
Action 09:00 - 17:00

Workshop Activities & Culture

Traditional Handicraft Workshops

Action 9:00 - 17:00

Water Sportts & Spor

Boat Tours, Canoeing, Jet Skiing, Water Skiing, Ringo Boat, Scuba Diving

Action 9:00 - 17:00

Sports Activities& Spor

Mini Football/Volleyball, Badminton, Foot Tennis, Table Tennis, Darts, ATV Safari, Zipline, Archery, Basketball, Trampoline, Climbing Wall, Cycling.

Action 9:00 - 17:00
Action 9:00 - 19:00

Aviation& Paragliding

Tandem and Single Flights

Action 09:00 - ...
Workshop 11:00 - 16:00

Mountaineering & Rock Climbing

It is suitable for everyone's participation.

Action 11:00 - 18:00

Aviation& Acro YP

Acrobatic Paragliding Shows/p>

Action 11:00 - 18:00

Aviation& Windsurfing

Windsurfing Target Championship

Action 15:00 - ....

Excursion & Kuş Cenneti

ATTENTION: IT CAN BE HIGH SUN AND HIGH WIND.

Action 18:30 - ....

Sports Activities& Decathlon Sports Activities

Survivor Competition, Push-up Competition, Plank Competition, and prize-winning competitions

Action 19:00 - 20:00
Action 20:00 - 00:00
Action 21:00 - 00:00

Camp Activity

Campfire and Free Time

Action 7:00 - 8:30

Breakfast

Breakfast for the camp

Action 9:00 - 10:00
Action 09:00 - 17:00

Workshop Activities & Culture

Traditional Handicraft Workshops

Action 9:00 - 17:00

Water Sportts & Spor

Boat Tours, Canoeing, Jet Skiing, Water Skiing, Ringo Boat, Scuba Diving

Action 9:00 - 17:00

Sports Activities& Spor

Mini Football/Volleyball, Badminton, Foot Tennis, Table Tennis, Darts, ATV Safari, Zipline, Archery, Basketball, Trampoline, Climbing Wall, Cycling.

Action 9:00 - 17:00
Action 9:00 - 19:00

Aviation& Paragliding

Tandem and Single Flights

Action 10:00 - 16:00

Bicycle & Prize Race

category 1: 16-18 Yaş

Workshop 10:15 - 17:00
Action 10:00 - 16:00

Mountaineering & Survivor Track

Route: Akalan Waterfalls (DIFFICULT)

Action 10:30 - 16:00

Mountaineering & Rock Climbing

It is suitable for everyone's participation.

Action 11:00 - 18:00

Aviation& Acro YP

Acrobatic Paragliding Shows/p>

Action 10:30 - 16:00

Aviation& Windsurfing

Windsurfing Target Championship

Action 15:00 - ...

Excursion & Kuş Cenneti

ATTENTION: IT CAN BE HIGH SUN AND HIGH WIND.

Action 17:00 - ....

Aviation& Windsurfing

Announcement of Results and Award Ceremony

Action 17:00 - ....

Sports Activities& Decathlon Sports Activities

Survivor Competition, Push-up Competition, Plank Competition, and prize-winning competitions

Action 19:00 - 20:00
Action 7:00 - 8:30

Breakfast

Breakfast for the camp

Action 9:00 - 10:00
Action 09:00 - 17:00

Workshop Activities & Culture

Traditional Handicraft Workshops

Action 9:00 - 17:00

Water Sportts& Spor

Boat Tours, Canoeing, Jet Skiing, Water Skiing, Ringo Boat, Scuba Diving

Action 9:00 - 17:00

Sports Activities& Decathlon Sports Activities

Mini Football/Volleyball, Badminton, Foot Tennis, Table Tennis, Darts, ATV Safari, Zipline, Archery, Basketball, Trampoline, Climbing Wall, Cycling.

Action 9:00 - 17:00
Action 9:00 - 19:00

Aviation& Paragliding

Tandem and Single Flights

Action 10:00 - 16:00
Action 10:00 - 16:00

Aviation & Acro YP

Acrobatic Paragliding Shows/p>

Action 18:00 - ...

When does the festival start?

Camp residents and athletes who have registered can settle into their tents until 7:00 PM on Wednesday, July 26, 2023.The opening program will take place on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at 10:00 AM at the Asar Tent Camping Area.

What do I need to do for registration?

If you plan tos tay at the campsite, you need to make a reservation by filling  out the form on the festival’s website. Don’t forget to include the city you are attending from and the names of the people who will be with you in the form.

What are you going to eat and drink?

Guests who have registered fort he camp and set up their tents on the site will have the opportunity to enjoy breakfast and dinner prepared by Bafra Mayor Hamit Kılıç as guests of the municipality. The food selection will include regional flavors to the extent possible considering the available resources.

How will you say that I will reach a hill that I do not know?

Once your reach the center of Bafra, you can reach the festival area by taking the shuttle buses that operate at specific times. Bafra is conveniently located near both Samsun Çarşamba Airports and Sinop Airport, allowing you to reach it by plane from either airport. You can alson reach the festival area by road using a bu sor private vehicle.

Let me ask you first without reading all the questions. Will you be charged?

In our event, two meals (Breakfast: 07:00-08:30 am/ Dinner:19:00-20:00 pm), entartainment, all shows, evening activities, excursions an deven the sound of birds are included free of charge.

I am under 18 years old, can I attend the festival alone?

I’m sorry, but you can only attend the festival with your family.

We have a small child, should we come too?

Sure.

I live outside of Samsun, can I come to the event?

Of course.

Can I come to the festival area with my car?

Sure. We have created a parking area for you in the village and we also provide free transportation from the parking area to the festival site. Howeveri please note that parking spaces may be limited due to high demand. We recommend using our free shuttle service from Bafra instead.

I didn't apply for the festival, but if I come out, won't you take me?

Certainly! You can come as a spectator even without registering, but there may not be available space in the camping area.ıt’s recommended to fill out the registration form to secure your spot.

Can I come to the festival area with my bike and motorbike?

You can come to the festival area with your bicycle or motorcycle, as long as you park them in the designated area provided.

Can we cook ourselves and have a barbecue in the festival area?

We’ll prepare the most delicious meals for you. Due to the safety nature and environment, it isn’t allowed to have barbecues or light any kind of fire

How will we meet our humanitarian needs in the festival area?

There will be restrooms available at the festival area. Additionally, you can use the showers with hot waterin the camping area free of charge.

Why don't you get paid while doing all this?

You’re right. All the services and amenities provided at the event will be covered by Bafra Municipality. Because we want everyone to experience the beauty of Bafra, breathe its clean air together and introduce this wonderful place to the World.

What do you expect from the participants?

Our only expectation from you is to respect natüre, prioritize cleanliness and take plenty of video sor photos, sharing them on your social media accounts with the hastags #turntonature #kapıkayafest #kapıkayafest 2023

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Tent Sleeping Bag Sleeping Mat Headlamp Raincoat Hiking boots or sports shoes. It's advisable to have a backup pair of shoes as the Black Sea region can be rainy. Pants and a spare (preferably quick-drying material) Fleece (for evenings) Small backpack for hikes Hiking poles if available Power bank for phones (we don't have 500 outlets :-) ...) You need to bring your own swimsuit or appropriate attire for water sports. Personal hygiene items and special belongings. Insect repellent (mosquitoes) and sunscreen may be needed.

For participants who register for the camp and set up their tents, breakfast and dinner will be provided by our organization. Those who register for the festival and stay in the camp area can reach the festival area with shuttles departing from Samsun at specific hours. Bird Paradise, Bafra Archaeology and Tobacco Museums, evening music performances, activities, various entertainments, breakfast, and dinner are free. Day visitors can take advantage of free transportation from Bafra. They can either bring their own food or purchase food and drinks from stands or local vendors for a fee.

The festival is open to everyone. Registration is required for those who will stay at the campsite!

Transportation from Bafra to the campsite and from the campsite to the takeoff point. Camping area for tent pitching. PARAGLIDING (TANDEM), ZIPLINE (OVER KIZILIRMAK), WATER ROLLER, CANOE - SINGLE, CANOE - DOUBLE, WATER BIKE, BOAT TOUR, BICYCLE, ATV SAFARI, TRACTOR SAFARI, CATERPILLAR SAFARI, AIRSOFT POLYGON (AIR GUN), Ferryboat Trips to Şahinkaya Canyon