The Soca river rafting Slovenia
The Soca River is the most popular place for rafting in Slovenia. Soca river offers you to enjoy everything from slow, relaxing times to exciting activities. The Soca River offers varying segments suitable for different experience levels.
Anyone who visits the Soca River doesn't need particular skills to take a Soca River rafting tour. The tour guide will teach you everything you need to know on the spot.
The Soca River rafting tours start at the prearranged meeting point from Bovec, a small town close to the Italian border. In addition, Bovec has become the center for all outdoor activities in the charming Soca valley, such as kayaking, rafting, canyoning, paragliding, ziplining, mountain biking, and more.
The tour company will provide you with neoprene suits, water shoes, helmets, life jackets, and other essentials, along with a guide. After collecting all the equipment and meeting your teammates, go to the starting point of the rafting tour. There, your local tour guide told you everything you need to know about rafting, essential things about paddling, safety measures, and what to expect from the journey ahead. It's all pretty straightforward, and even if you've never paddled or been in a boat before, you'll be fine as an experienced guide throughout the trip will control the raft.
Then, it is time to jump into your raft and let the fun in crystal clear water begin.
The rafting has never been just rafting. We could test our rowing, swimming, jumping, and sliding skills in an unbelievably beautiful place surrounded by gorgeous mountains.
All in all, you'll enjoy rafting for about 1.5 hours.
Once you reach the finish point, your driver will be there with the dry clothes. After everyone changes, you will return to Bovec with a 20-minute drive to head home for an evening's rest after a day of adventure.
Best time for rafting
The best time for rafting in Slovenia is between April and October because rivers are the fullest and the fastest flow in the spring when the snowmelt from the mountains. The summer weather is fabulous and warm, but the water level is lower, making it the most fantastic time of the year for rafting and kayaking.
Essentials to take with you are listed below.
Whether you are heading out for one night or more than a month into a river wilderness canyon, there are some things you must bring that always come in handy when preparing for a rafting trip. Some of them you'll receive, and some are extracurricular items you must need during your trip. These things I mentioned below:
Extra pair of clothes
Swimsuits (best if you wear them under your clothes)
Flip-flops or slide-on shoes (they must be good river shoes)
Ponytail elastic if your hair is long
Snacks
Plastic bag (to put your wet clothes)
Ground blanket
You can also bring these things with you:
Vision glasses
Contact lenses box holder
Medicine
Energy booster
Sunscreen or a good lotion
Sports camera with helmet mount
Not to bring with you on a raft.
Make sure to clear all cotton items. I said never pack any cotton cloth with you on a river trip. Once cotton clothes get wet, it stays wet for a long time. Then it will irritate your skin and get you cold. Other items you should not bring include glassy items, batteries, firearms, pets, electronics, and large amounts of cash.
If you still bring any of the above things on your tour, you can use a non-secure place for them. However, no one takes any responsibility for the items left behind.
Safety Rules:
By following a couple of safety rules, rafting can be even more enjoyable. Here are some safety rules to help you to enjoy a great outdoor experience:
Picking a licensed and professional rafting outfitter.
Wear a life jacket (you must clip all the buttons, and choose the jacket that fits you)
Be safe and comfortable.
Wear a helmet
Make sure you have the right outerwear
Always hold the paddle properly.
Stay in the boat in every situation
You should know the proper swimming methods.
Never panic.
Always listen to the guide during the safety talk and on the water.
Rafting is suitable
Only suitable for people who can swim
For ages 5 - 80
Not suitable for pregnant women