What to expect of the rafting Sava River adventure?
✔️ Spend an active and fun day on the white water with stunning views of the pristine Sava River riverside, the longest Slovenian river
✔️ Set out on a journey on a crystal-clear Sava Dolinka River that winds through the Berje Valley, which is protected as a natural monument and included in Natura 2000 network
✔️ Learn rowing tricks and techniques and go down the river rapids, wind between white boulders and steer the raft with the river course
✔️ Since the river is not too wild, this is an ideal opportunity for an unforgettable day trip with friends and family
✔️ Put yourself to the test in a team of 8 people (and a guide) and row off to conquer new horizons down the river
The Itinerary of the rafting Sava River adventure
Our meeting point is in front of our Bled office. By prior arrangement, a guide can also pick you up in front of your accommodation in Bled. You will then take a ride to a river section in Camp Šobec, which is an assembly point for rafting Sava River. Here you will get the equipment such as a life jacket, helmet, paddle, etc. You will also change into a neoprene suit. A guide will provide you with safety instructions and explain the rules of conduct in the raft. You will place a raft on the river with a guide and other participants in a group. Once you sit comfortably on the side of the raft, the fun part of the tour begins.
Fun descent on the river rapids
When going down the river, the guide will show you several rowing techniques and tricks on how to use paddles to steer the direction of the raft according to the river stream, how to turn and more. You will use rowing techniques on rapids, on curves, and between smaller white boulders. On your journey, you will have many opportunities to freshen up and jump into the crystal-clear water. After an hour on the river, the rafting Sava River adventure ends in Globoko village, where you will pull the raft ashore. Here you will change into your clothes and take a ride back to Bled.
When can you join the rafting Sava River tour?
Rafting Sava River tour is available from April to October when the water levels offer the best experience of going down the river. During the high season, we carry out the trip twice a day. The first tour starts at 10:10 am when we drive off from Bled to the riverbank with a pickup vehicle. We will depart from Bled at 13:40 if you would like to go on an afternoon tour. As our agency cooperates with several tour providers from Bled, minor disparities may occur regarding the river section entry point and Bled departure hours, especially in the summer season when this activity is highly popular.
The activity is suitable for everyone, including children. Children must be at least 4 years old. Kids sit in the raft and not on the side of the raft as adults do. Children should be tall enough so that they can see from the raft. Parents or guardians should be able to judge if a child can endure at least one hour on the river.
FAQ
Is this tour dangerous or also suitable for kids?
The tour is safe if all participants follow the safety instructions and rules of conduct in the raft. The activity is suitable for children who are a minimum of 4 years old.
How difficult is rafting on the Sava River?
The tour rates at level 2, according to the difficulty scale from 1 to 5. It falls between easy and intermediate difficulty level. The difficulty depends on water levels. Higher water levels offer an adrenaline journey on bigger rapids.
What happens if you fall out while rafting?
If you fall in the river, your life jacket will hold you above water. A life jacket is a piece of necessary equipment. Also, a guide will help you to get back on the raft.
Is rafting safe for non-swimmers?
It is advisable that you have basic swimming skills for this activity, while you can also join us if you are a non-swimmer, yet you must inform us about it before the trip.
What is included in the price?
The price includes transport from Bled and back, all equipment and a licensed guide. If you would like to keep the adventure in Slovenia alive, you can arrange with your guide to take pictures during the whole tour. Additional payment for photographing and photo transfer is 10 €.