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Belgrad Forest Corporate Trekking Tour

İstanbul, Türkiye Starting Point: Coach from Istanbul or the surrounding provinces

Overview

The Belgrad Forest Trekking Tour is a nature and motivation event designed specifically for corporate companies, held in one of Istanbul's most important green spaces. It gives employees a day surrounded by nature, a chance to shed stress, physical activity, and stronger bonds with their colleagues. The tour is planned with private coaches from within Istanbul and the surrounding provinces (Kocaeli, Sakarya, Tekirdağ, Edirne, Kırklareli, Yalova, Bursa and others) to the agreed starting point in the Belgrad Forest. At the company's request, coaches can run door-to-door or from agreed central meeting points.

The Belgrad Forest lies on the European side of Istanbul, within the Sarıyer district, spreading across roughly 5,500 hectares. Known as the city's lungs, it is an outstanding escape for anyone drawn to nature, with its historic water dams, ponds, walking and cycling trails, picnic areas and rich plant life. The aqueducts and dams that supplied the city with water in the Byzantine and Ottoman periods also make a historic journey through the forest possible.

On the trekking tour, led by professional nature guides, the group walks roughly 6-10 kilometres on trails chosen for its fitness level (the Topçu Kışlası route, the Dams route, the Mahmud II Dam, the Mahmud I Dam, the Kemerlidere route, the area around the Atatürk Arboretum). Along the way, the guides cover the forest flora, the wildlife, the historic dams and the waterworks. The aim is not only the walk: team games, ice-breakers and mindfulness work in the open are there to strengthen team spirit.

Running roughly 8-10 hours (depending on the coach pick-up time), the programme starts with the morning coaches and moves through arrival and warm-up, the guided trek, lunch (in the open or at a serviced area), afternoon activities and the return coaches in the evening. Breakfast in the forest, a nature photography competition, team flag races, orienteering, yoga or meditation, nature workshops (bird watching, plant identification) and dinner can all be added on request.

The Belgrad Forest Trekking Tour gives companies a sustainable corporate event that supports employees' physical and mental wellbeing, raises team motivation and takes them away from the pace of city life.

Highlights

Coach transfer to the Belgrad Forest from Istanbul and the surrounding provinces
6-10 km of trekking with professional nature guiding
Visits to the historic water dams (Mahmud II, Mahmud I, Topuzlu) and the aqueducts
Trails chosen for the group's fitness level (beginner, intermediate, intermediate-advanced)
Team games, ice-breakers and mindfulness in the open
Lunch in the open or a meal at a serviced area
Additional workshop options such as orienteering, bird watching and plant identification
Professional event management and emergency response and rescue team support

Additional Services

Door-to-door coach arrangements (pick-up and drop-off at company offices across Istanbul and the surrounding provinces)
Breakfast in the open (a spread breakfast in the Belgrad Forest)
Lunch arrangements (a light packed menu suited to the setting, or a hot meal at a forest venue)
Dinner arrangements (at a restaurant on the way back or near the forest)
Photography / video with a professional nature photographer
A nature-themed team coaching session (focused on leadership and communication during the walk)
A yoga / meditation session (before or after the trek, in the open)
An orienteering competition (in teams, finding the route with map and compass)
Attendance certificates and nature-themed gift kits (water bottle, snack bar, natural cream and similar)
A tented area or an indoor alternative for wet weather

Who Is It For?

Corporate companies
Companies in Istanbul, Kocaeli, Sakarya, Tekirdağ, Edirne, Kırklareli, Yalova, Bursa and the surrounding provinces
Teams who enjoy nature walks and outdoor activities
HR departments wanting to raise team spirit and motivation
Companies looking for an event within an employee wellbeing programme
Any group of employees wanting to shed stress and get out of the city

To walk with your team in the Belgrad Forest, strengthen team spirit and get away from the stress of the city, book our trekking tour with coaches from Istanbul and the surrounding provinces. Get in touch with us now.

Corporate Suitability and Sustainability

The Belgrad Forest Trekking tour suits department and project teams of 8-35; it sits in the economy segment and can be considered for corporate travel planning with local economy, ecological, carbon free, low carbon, low waste, wellbeing and accessible programme features.

Corporate Fit

  • Suitable Team Size
    Department and project teams of 8-35
  • Segment
    Economy
  • Extra Features
    Local economy, Low carbon, Low waste, Wellbeing, Accessible
Corporate Program Summary The Belgrad Forest Trekking tour suits department and project teams of 8-35; it sits in the economy segment and can be considered for corporate travel planning with local economy, ecological, carbon free, low carbon, low waste, wellbeing and accessible programme features.

Included Services / Excluded Services

  • Return coach transfer to the Belgrad Forest from Istanbul and the surrounding provinces (from agreed central points; door-to-door is a separate option)
  • Professional nature guiding
  • Trail and activity equipment (orienteering maps, team flags and similar)
  • Emergency response and rescue team, and first aid kit support
  • Corporate event planning
  • Tour coordination support
  • A programme designed for your group
  • Food and drink (lunch, breakfast, snacks)
  • Personal trekking equipment (suitable footwear, water bottle, waterproof and similar — a recommended list is provided)
  • Travel insurance (recommended, an additional service)
  • Personal expenses
  • Extra activities not named in the programme

Tour & Event Plan

Coaches leave the agreed points across Istanbul and the surrounding provinces for the Belgrad Forest (times vary by location)
Arrival at the Belgrad Forest entrance, meeting the nature guide, warm-up exercises and the safety briefing
Trekking begins — the walk along the chosen trail (the Topçu Kışlası - Mahmud II Dam - Mahmud I Dam - Kemerlidere route, or the Dams route). A briefing on the historic dams, the waterworks and the forest flora
Lunch — a light packed menu in the open, or a hot meal at a serviced area within the forest
Rest and team games / ice-breakers (games in keeping with the setting that strengthen team spirit)
A second walking stage or a workshop (one of: orienteering, bird watching, plant identification, a mindfulness walk)

FAQ

From agreed central points on both sides of Istanbul (Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Mecidiyeköy, Levent, Bakırköy, Pendik, Taksim and others) and, in the surrounding provinces (Kocaeli, Sakarya, Tekirdağ, Edirne, Bursa, Yalova), from the main stop nearest the company. Door-to-door can also be arranged on request.

The programme is customised to the group's fitness level. For beginners, flat and short trails (around the dams, 5-6 km); for intermediate, 7-8 km with gentle climbs and descents; for advanced, longer and rougher 9-10 km trails. The guides set the pace through the day. Beginner level is recommended for anyone who does not walk regularly.

Trekking can continue in light rain (suitable clothing is recommended). In heavy rain, storms or poor conditions, the programme is postponed or an indoor alternative is brought in (a workshop or team games at a nearby venue). The decision is made by the event team on the morning of the tour.

Recommended: comfortable trekking or sports shoes with a waterproof sole, spare socks, layered clothing for the season (a wicking T-shirt, fleece, windproof/waterproof), a rucksack, at least 1-1.5 litres of water, personal medication, sunscreen and a hat. The event team shares a detailed preparation list after booking.

Meals are not included in the standard package. Breakfast in the open, a light packed lunch or a hot meal at a venue within the forest can be arranged as additional services.

Roughly 10-12 hours from the coach departure to the return (08:00 to 20:00). The active programme in the forest (trekking, workshop and breaks) runs roughly 6-7 hours.

This tour is designed primarily for adult corporate teams. It can be adapted to any age group with short beginner-level trails, depending on the company's request and physical fitness. We recommend discussing this with us.

Yes, there are toilets and rest areas at certain points (the dams, the entrances, the café and restaurant areas). The trekking routes are planned to pass by them.

Yes, the tour is planned entirely for companies. It runs from a minimum of 8 people; pricing may differ for smaller groups.

the Belgrad Forest Trekking tour suits department and project teams of 8-35 in particular. The programme flow can be tailored to the headcount, the department structure and the motivation outcome you are aiming for.
This programme sits in the economy segment. The price is settled according to headcount, date, transport, catering, guiding and any additional activity required.
The features this programme highlights: Local economy, Low carbon, Low waste, Wellbeing, Accessible. Low-carbon transport, low-waste operation and local sourcing options can be added as needed.
To request a quote, share your headcount, date range, destination, budget segment and any special requirements in the tour request form. An alternative price and programme proposal is prepared for your corporate team.
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