Rafting

Rafting: the best offers in Romania — certified providers, gear included and transparent prices.

Adventure level

Medium to high

Duration

2–6 hours

Group

4–12 people

Season

Spring to autumn

What is rafting?

Rafting is a water adventure that involves running a river in a purpose-built inflatable boat, together with a group and an experienced instructor.

Everyone works together to steer between currents, waves and natural obstacles, which turns the run into a high-energy team effort.

Unlike solo water activities, rafting is built around cooperation, communication and coordination between the people in the boat.

It brings together adventure, the outdoors and plain fun, and suits both first-timers and people after something more intense.

Outdoor experiences

Rafting: experiences available

Book activities run by specialist organisers.

Every rafting trip is run so that people can enjoy the adventure safely, whether it is their first time or they have done this sort of thing before.

How does it work?

01

Arrival and kitting up

You meet the crew, hear about the route and get kitted out with what you need.

02

Briefing and safety rules

The instructor goes over how the gear works, the commands used in the boat and the rules on the water.

03

Practice drills

The crew learns the basic commands and how to work together to steer the boat.

04

Down the river

You run the route together as a crew, with the instructor calling the shots throughout.

05

Wrapping up

At the end you hand the gear back and go over the best bits of the run.

Rafting is one of the most approachable water adventures there is, and it suits several kinds of group.

Who is rafting for?

Beginners

Beginners

No previous experience is needed. The instructor covers everything before you get on the water.

Friends and groups

Friends and groups

A good fit for groups after something lively to do together.

Families

Families

The easy runs suit families who want to try an adventure outdoors.

Team building

Team building

Rafting builds communication, cooperation and team spirit in a setting nobody is used to.

Pick the run that matches your experience and enjoy a river descent cut to your ability.

Rafting — adventure level

Easy

Discovery

Calm stretches, right for families and people with no experience.

Relaxing Fun

Medium

Adrenaline

Includes stretches with stronger currents, waves and livelier moments.

Nature Challenge

Advanced

Extreme

Demanding runs for people after an intense day on the river.

Action Thrills
Useful details before you book.

At a glance

Duration

Between 2 and 6 hours, depending on the route and the water level.

When

Most often spring, summer and autumn, depending on what the river is doing.

Minimum age

Usually 8 to 14, depending on how hard the route is and on the organiser.

Experience needed

Not required. Some routes are laid out specifically for beginners.

Instructor

A specialist guide stays with you throughout.

Locations

Mountain rivers in natural settings suited to rafting.

The organisers supply the gear needed to run the activity safely.

Gear included

Raft

An inflatable boat built for running rivers as a crew.

Helmet

Protects you where there are rocks or obstacles.

Buoyancy aid

Keeps you afloat and adds a margin of safety on the water.

Wetsuit

Keeps you warm in cold water.

Paddle

Used to steer and to move the boat along.

Water shoes

Protects your feet and gives you grip.

Safety in rafting

Rafting gets the adrenaline going, but it happens under controlled conditions when specialist instructors are running it.

Assessing the river
Compulsory gear
Briefing before you start
An instructor with you throughout
Answers to the questions that come up most often before booking.

Rafting — frequently asked questions

What is rafting?
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Rafting is a water adventure in which a group runs a river in a purpose-built inflatable boat, directed by an instructor.

Do I need experience?
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No. The beginner routes are made for people with none.

Do I need to be able to swim?
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You should be able to swim a little and feel at ease in water.

How many people can take part?
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A raft usually holds between 4 and 12 people, depending on its size.

What gear is included?
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Normally the helmet, buoyancy aid, wetsuit, paddle and everything else the activity calls for.

What is the minimum age?
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It varies with the route and the organiser, usually between 8 and 14.