Rafting on Soca River

Rafting on Soca River

★★★★★
4.9 (459 reviews)
🕒 2.5 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

Small group Soča rafting in Bovec is a 2.5-hour white-water trip on one of the clearest alpine rivers in Europe. No experience is needed. It suits first-timers and people who want a bit of adrenaline, and there are no more than 8 people in each raft. Photos from the river are included for free.

How the trip goes

  • The base in Bovec: you meet your guide, get your wetsuit, neoprene jacket, shoes and safety gear, and listen to a short safety briefing with simple instructions.
  • Transfer to Srpenica: the team drives you to the starting point at Srpenica, so you don’t need your own car to reach the river.
  • Rafting on the Soča: you paddle through Grade 2–3 rapids on turquoise water. The river is fed by snowmelt and stays cold, which is why the wetsuits matter.
  • Back to Bovec: the trip ends at the base, and the photos taken on the river are sent to you the same evening.

The guides

The company was founded by former world rafting champions. All guides are licensed, and the company is a member of the Slovenian rafting association.

What past travelers say

Past travelers mention that the guides explain things clearly and make first-timers feel safe and relaxed. Several also mention the time to swim and enjoy the clear water along the way.

Good to know

  • Duration: about 2 hours 30 minutes.
  • Meeting point: AKTIVNI PLANET Outdoor Sports Center, Industrijska cona 4, 5230 Bovec, near Planet Bar. Arrive 20 minutes early. Parking is free.
  • The trip ends back at the meeting point.
  • Guides speak English and Spanish.
  • Up to 8 people per raft and 24 people in total.

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What's Included

  • ✓ Use of Equipment: Safety gear (life jacket, helmet, paddle)
  • ✓ Transport to the river activity and back to the Aktivni Planet base
  • ✓ Use of Equipment: Wetsuit, neoprene jacket and shoes

What's Not Included

  • ✗ Meals and beverages not included
  • ✗ River permit

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Reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Rated 4.9 out of 5 (459 reviews)

A great way to experience the natural beauty of the Soca River.

The scenery is beautiful. The water is crystal clear, bracingly cold, and refreshing. Our guide Marko was great — very fun and enthusiastic. The rapids were a bit tame compared to my previous whitewater rafting experiences, but that may just be a seasonal variation. Nevertheless, it is a great way to experience the natural beauty of the Soca River.

100% recommend this trip!...

100% recommend this trip! We’d never done rafting before, but Jaka gave us guidance and made it a fun experience from start to finish.

Amazing experience!

Very well organized. Perfect activities incorporated and just the right duration. Our guide Gabi was amazing!!! nice, professional, great energy. The view and water are incredible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can children join the rafting trip?

Yes, from 6 years old. Children must be with an adult and must know how to swim.

Do I need to know how to swim?

Yes. Swimming is required for everyone on this trip, adults and children.

Is the river fee included?

No. The Soča river fee is a government fee and is paid separately, on top of the tour.

Is this trip too easy if I have rafted before?

The rapids are Grade 2–3, which is fun but not extreme. It fits beginners and people who want some adrenaline. The river level changes during the season, so the rapids can feel stronger or calmer depending on when you go.

What should I bring?

  • Swimwear to wear under the wetsuit.
  • A towel and dry clothes for after the trip.
  • Nothing else for the river: wetsuit, neoprene jacket, shoes, life jacket, helmet and paddle are provided.

Who should not join?

  • Pregnant travelers.
  • People with heart problems, back problems or other serious medical conditions.
  • People who can’t swim.
  • 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 or too few people, you get a different date or a full refund.

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