Soča River Rafting with Photos in Bovec

Soča River Rafting with Photos in Bovec

★★★★★
4.9 (891 reviews)
🕒 3 hours (approx.)
Recommended by 99% of travelers 99% of reviewers gave this experience a rating of 4 or higher. Free Cancellation
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About This Tour

Soča River rafting with photos is a 3-hour white-water trip from Bovec. A photographer follows the group and takes pictures in the biggest rapids. It works well as a first rafting trip, and it suits families, friends and groups. You can choose a morning or an afternoon departure.

How the trip goes

  • The base in Bovec: you get your wetsuit, neoprene boots, life vest and helmet, and you change in the changing rooms at the base. Not in a parking lot or by the river.
  • Transfer to the river: a bus or van takes the group and the gear to the starting point in the Soča Valley.
  • Safety talk: the guide explains paddling, commands and what to do in the water before you start.
  • About 1.5 hours on the Soča: you paddle through rapids and calmer parts of the river, with time to look around and spot local wildlife.
  • Back to the base: the vehicles take you back, where you can shower, change and look at the photos taken on the river.

What past travelers say

Past travelers mention that the guides make first-timers and nervous swimmers feel safe. Several also mention stops along the way to float and swim in the clear water. Some say the water is very cold, and that the trip was fun even when the river level was low.

Good to know

  • Duration: about 3 hours, with 1.5 hours on the water.
  • Meeting point: Fröccs Terrace Bovec, Industrijska cona 4, 5230 Bovec. The trip ends back there.
  • Guides speak English, Italian and Hungarian.
  • You can leave your things in a safe box at the base, and there is free parking.
  • The base has a bar with drinks, food and games like ping-pong and darts, for before or after the trip.
  • Groups can have up to 50 people.

Check the available dates and pick the departure time that fits your day in Bovec.

What's Included

  • ✓ Free parking at our base
  • ✓ Transport by air-conditioned buses or minivan
  • ✓ Kennel service
  • ✓ Changing rooms, toilet, shower, safe boxes
  • ✓ All necessary equipment: wetsuits, neopren boots, lifevest, helmet with camera mount

What's Not Included

  • ✗ Photo service (6 EUR/person extra)
  • ✗ Gopro rent 20 EUR
  • ✗ EV charger ( Tesla Wall Connector ). Let us know if you would like to use!
  • ✗ River permit: €10,5 (April,May) -€21 (June-Mid. Sept) per adult and 12,5 EUR/child if you bring ID

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Reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Rated 4.9 out of 5 (891 reviews)

Best fun ever

It’s so much fun, the raft guide ensures you all have a great time, no matter what age (we were two adults and three teens) jumping in, floating/ swimming, paddling together, dipping into the water backwards from the raft, slides, turns and tricks and felt extreme even though water levels are low! It’s a great experience, not to be missed if able to get to soca. Well organised and thorough with safety.

Just say YES

Great fun with some amazing guides. The river is so stunning and was a great float. We had an amazing guide who made it even better. They provided use with all gear to make it comfortable and took some great pictures for memories. Matty was our guide and made this trip the best. We did this all on a whim because we were told you need to float the Soca because that’s what you do in Bovec. No regrets!

Fantastic Fun!!

Incredible views, refreshing water, FUN, Adventure for ALL ages. Professional, Positive, and Personable People – highly recommend- the drive to them is also most scenic, but nothing beats the sites and exhilaration from the raft!

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need rafting experience?

No. The trip is made as an introduction to white-water rafting. The guide gives a safety talk at the river before you start, and past travelers say first-timers felt well looked after.

Are the photos included?

No. The photo service is an extra. A photographer follows the group and takes pictures in the biggest rapids, and you can see the photos at the base after the trip. GoPro rental is also available as an extra.

Is the river permit included?

No. The Soča river permit is paid separately. The amount depends on the month and is lower for children.

What equipment do I get and what should I bring?

  • Included: wetsuit, neoprene boots, life vest and helmet with a camera mount.
  • Bring swimwear and a towel for the shower after the trip.
  • Sunscreen is discouraged except on your face, to keep the river clean. A rash guard or the provided long-sleeved neoprene jacket helps against the sun.

Where do I change and leave my things?

At the base in Bovec. It has changing rooms, toilets, showers and safe boxes, so you change before the bus ride to the river and shower when you come back.

Who should not join?

  • Pregnant travelers.
  • People with heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
  • The activity is not wheelchair accessible.

What is the cancellation policy?

  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time, with a full refund.
  • Less than 24 hours before: no refund, and no changes are accepted.
  • If the trip is cancelled due to bad weather, you get a different date or a full refund.

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Soča River Rafting with Photos in Bovec

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