Szczawnica

Rafting Dunajec River Szczawnica

Advantages

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Duration
2h
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Transport
Additionally paid
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Venue
Szczawnica
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Difficulty level
Easy

Upcoming dates

  • April-October
Rafting Dunajec River Szczawnica Offer 2025. Rafting on the Dunajec River is a recreational, two-hour, most frequently chosen attraction of the Pieniny Mountains. This picturesque route runs through the so-called Dunajec Gorge. It is a 14-kilometer section of an easy river, located in the Pieniny National Park. The route is considered one of the most beautiful river routes in Poland, this section constitutes a natural border between Poland and Slovakia. Even though the Dunajec is classified as a river, it is not difficult. It is classified according to the international scale of difficulty as WW1 - which means very easy. For rafting on the Dunajec River, you need to come to Szczawnica, where there is a free, monitored parking. From this place, our comfortable bus will take you to the starting point of the rafting in Sromowce Niżne. The entire attraction of the Bus + Rafting package takes about 3 hours. Departures from Szczawnica are organized every two hours. For clients from the Szczawnica area, we organize a transfer from the hotel or guesthouse. We organize a separate trip for customers from Zakopane. Children and groups can benefit from special discounts.

Rafting Dunajec route description

Although the Dunajec is classified as a mountain river, it is not difficult. The Dunajec is classified according to theinternational scale of difficulty as WW1 – i.e. a very easy mountain river. For rafting on the Dunajec, you need to come to Szczawnica, where there is a free, monitored parking at our marina. From there, we will take you to the starting point of the rafting in Sromowce Niżne in our comfortable bus. The entire attraction of the Bus + Rafting package takes about 3 hours.Departures from Szczawnica are organized every two hours. For clients from the area of ​​Szczawnica, we organize a transfer from the hotel or guesthouse. For clients from Zakopane, we organize a separate offer. Children and groups can take advantage of special discounts.

For whom?

Rafting on the Dunajec River is a recreational attraction, safe, easy, available to individuals, groups and families with children. You don't need to have any special skills. You can sail with an instructor or on your own. Before the rafting trip, each participant receives training and a vest from us. People who cannot swim have nothing to fear. For people looking for a comprehensive service, we have apartments, a restaurant, a campsite, a sauna and a hot tub in Zabrzeż, where the best Tor Kayakowy-Wietrznice in Poland is located.

What's included in the price?

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For more than 8 people, the instructor is included in the price (below 8 people pay an additional PLN 150)

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High class equipment: helmet, life jacket, paddle

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Monitored, free parking in Szczawnica

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Waterproof accessories for electronic equipment

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Ticket to the Pieniny National Park

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Transportation to the beginning of the trip

Rafting on the Dunajec River - Your Safety in the Hands of Experts

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Krzysztof Jakubowski
Founder of Rivent-Sport and WeGuide
Specialization Whitewater Kayaking
4th Place in the Extreme European Championship in Whitewater Kayaking in 2024. Whitewater Kayaking Instructor associated with kayaking since the age of 13. Participant and medalist of the Polish Championships, representative of the club and Poland in international kayaking competitions.

Dunajec River Rafting – what equipment should I choose?

Rafting Dunajec – Rafting Trip Szczawnica

Rafting trip on Dunajec River we organize only on certified Robfin equipment. We have pontoons, inflatable kayaks, which are ideal for rafting on Dunajec River. We invite you to our kayak rental in Szczawnica.

kajak pneumatyczny spływ dunajecVery stable (non- tipping)

packraft spływ pontonem DunajcemVery stable-   like whitewater kayak

pontony wypożyczalnia rzeka dunajecNon-tipping – perfect for small group and families

pontony rzeka dunajecNon- tipping – perfrct for group

rafting dunajec pontonNon-tipping – perfect for large group

Important: The selection for equipment is random so please indicate equipment in the comments.

Our pontoons are certified and non-tipping. If you need a right pontoons and you are not sure which one, contact which our office.  Before starting a rafting trip on the Dunajec River everyone receives training and equipement. The time of rafting is not limited when you renting equipment in our rental. 

Trip plan

Rafting Pieniny - Dunajec River Gorge Pontoon Rafting Route

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Dunajec Rafting FAQ

    When does the season for rafting on the Dunajec River start?

    The season starts on April 1 and ends on October 31.

    Where should I leave my car and is parking free?

    We leave the car at our terminal in Szczawnica, ul. Głowna 240, where our free, monitored parking lot is located.

    Where can I leave my car keys so that I don't lose them or get them wet?

    The keys can be left in our office and picked up after the rafting.

    How to get to rafting on the Dunajec River?

    You leave your car at our marina in Szczawnica, ul. Głowna 240, where our free, monitored parking lot is located, and we take you by bus to the starting point, i.e., Sromowiec Niżnych.

    Wouldn't it be better to come straight to the starting point of rafting on the Dunajec River to Sromowce Niżne?

    We do not recommend this solution because after the attraction you will be partially wet and you will have to drive to the car park in Sromowce Niżne.

    How many people board the pontoon?

    We have pontoons that can accommodate from 2 to 12 people.

    Is there a skipper with us during Rafting on the Dunajec River?

    The cost of the helmsman's care on the pontoon is PLN 150, in a group of more than 8 people the helmsman is free of charge.

    How long does rafting on the Dunajec River take?

    The route takes about 2 hours and is 14 km long.

    How to book rafting on the Dunajec River?

    Preferably via the website or by phone.

    How to prepare for Rafting on the Dunajec River?

    Appropriate clothing adapted to weather conditions, water friendly footwear. Take drinking water for the rafting trip.

    Is rafting on the Dunajec River safe?

    Rafting on the Dunajec River belongs to the first degree of difficulty (WW1) on the six degree scale of difficulty of this sport, where WW6 is the highest degree of difficulty. So it is a completely safe attraction.

    He can't swim, is that an attraction for me?

    Yes, no skills are required because falling out of the pontoon or capsizing it is very difficult, and each participant has a life jacket.

    Is this an attraction for children?

    Yes, we suggest that the minimum age of the child for the rafting trip is approximately 3 years.

    Will I get very wet after rafting on the Dunajec River?

    It depends on the water level, usually you are wet from the waist down.

    Rafting on the Dunajec River, which package to choose?

    The most frequently chosen option is Bus i Rafting, followed by Bicycle i Rafting, very rarely Hiking i Rafting

    Can you reach the shore?

    No, in accordance with the regulations of the Pieniny National Park, you cannot reach the shore along the route, unless it would be an emergency situation, such as pouring water from a kayak or pontoon.

What to remember

At least 20 minutes before the start, you must be in Szczawnica at 240 Główna Street, Rivent-Sport marina.

Don't forget to take clothes appropriate to the weather conditions, shoes for a change of clothes (old lace-up sneakers, sneakers), a towel and clothes for a change of clothes.

On hot days: headgear, T-shirt, shorts, shoes for changing clothes.

On cold days: light jacket, trousers, shoes for changing clothes.

In cold and rainy weather: fleece, jacket, trousers, shoes for changing clothes.

Maps

Meeting point for Rafting on the Dunajec River: Marina Rivent Sport ul. Główna 240, 34-460 Szczawnica

Meeting point, you leave your car here in our parking lot - The place where you end your adventure.

Meeting point, you leave your car here in our parking lot - The place where you end your adventure

This is where you start your adventure - This is a meeting place for groups, schools and companies that have their own bus/means of transport

Accommodation, Restaurant, Kayak Track Wietrznice, Zabrzeż 415a 33-390 Łącko

End point of the long route (additional option) Apartments, Restaurant, Camping, Sauna and Hot Tub

Cancellation Policy

Super flexible
  • Anulowanie 24 godziny lub więcej przed uzgodnioną datą rozpoczęcia usługi

    Zwrot pełnej ceny. (Nie dotyczy grup).

  • Anulowanie na mniej niż 24 godziny

    Jest uważane za anulowanie w ostatniej chwili i zwrot pieniędzy nie będzie możliwy.

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