Rafting on the Arachthos Potamos River in Tzoumerka

Gather your friends, colleagues, or family for an unforgettable rafting journey on the stunning Arachthos Potamos River with us! Located in the Tzoumerka National Park, this area boasts some of Greece's most pristine and breathtaking watercourses, including the impressive Arachthos Gorge.

Rafting on the Arachthos River offers a captivating encounter with unspoiled nature, ideal for an active day outdoors. The third navigable part of Arachthos is arguably the most beautiful in Greece, featuring an easy route through the Arachthos Canyon. Along the way, you will encounter caves, waterfalls, and the mesmerizing underground river of Klifki, providing visual delights at every turn.

Our excursions prioritize water safety and enjoyment, catering to participants of all levels. We start with easy parts and move on to exciting challenges. Finally, we navigate under the Politsas Bridge, the biggest stone bridge in the Balkans, full of history, to finish off with an amazing experience!

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Tour programme
- Preparation:
We meet at our base in Tzoumerka at the booked time. There are free car parks available next to the base. You will receive the equipment from us and put it on in the changing rooms. Our guide will then introduce you to the technique of paddling and talk about safety instructions. Then, the excursion can begin and we will drive to the starting point.
- Tour:
The beginning of our tour is not demanding and gives you the time to practice paddling and look at nature. We will continue our way along the river through crystal clear waters of the Arachthos Canyon, lush vegetation, and beautiful stone bridges like the Politsas Bridge and the Plaka Bridge.
- Return:
Our tour will conclude at Plaka Bridge, which is close to our base. There are toilets, hot water showers, and changing rooms, so you can change into dry clothes and warm up after this exciting tour.

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Tour facts
- River: Arachthos (difficulty level: class II-III)
- Description: The Arachthos River moves along beautiful vegetation and stone bridges and offers mesmerizing views. It offers a scenic and fun experience with easy to moderate rapids.
- Route: from our base to Politsas Bridge and Plaka Bridge
- Distance: 9km
- Total duration: 3h30min - 4h
- Time on the river: 1h30 - 2h30min
- Participants per boat: 6 + guide (depending on water level)

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Included services
- High-quality raft and paddle
- Rafting gear: wetsuit (for toddlers and kids, adult sizes from XXS up to XXXL), fleece, windbreaker, gloves, socks, and neoprene shoes (from sizes 23-50), life jacket, helmet
- Transfer to the starting point
- Photos (will be sent afterwards via email)

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Additional services
- BBQ with salad, feta cheese, Tzatziki, sausages, meat, potatoes, and peppers (for a surcharge of €18 per person, to be arranged after booking)
- Drinks (to be paid separately)

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Bring along
- Swimwear
- Change of clothes
- Second pair of sports shoes (which may get wet)
- Socks
- Towel
- Glasses lace

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Requirements
- Minimum age to participate alone: 10 years
- Physical health
- Swimming ability

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Good to know
- Please note that there is no minimum age for kids to participate, and parents need to take full responsibility if they join. There is no possibility to end the tour early, since there is no possibility nearby to exit the canyon.