Whitewater Kayak Course on Soca River

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Kayak course — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Whitewater Kayak Course on Soca River, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

A seat of a kayak offers you an opportunity to explore the rugged and beautiful Soča River. Professional instructors will be your conductor through an intense 2-3-hour training course, giving you the skills, joy, and confidence to endear the challenges of the open white and wild emerald water. Be the kayak king, spend more days on the river and Soča will deliver. If mastering kayaking is your goal, multi-day courses are recommended.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Sport Mix

Ages: Adults (17–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Locker
Included: Action camera mounts for helmets
Included: Equipment
Included: Professional guide
Included: Straps for glasses
Included: Transport to the river and back
Included: Changing room and toilet

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Government fees: River permit

Itinerary

Day 1 · First day

SPORT MIX

15 min

At the agreed-upon time, a friendly welcome will await you at the SPORT MIX agency. You will get acquainted with your kayak instructor who will then share some introductory information.

After receiving all your kayaking gear, we will transport you to the entrance point on the Soča River, which will be determined by the instructor based on water levels and your prior knowledge and experience.
River Soca

3 hours

After putting on your gear, you will be instructed on the laws of water flow and the techniques to employ in maneuvering in those situations. In your 5 – 10 km descent of the Soča, you will put into practice the techniques you have learned and build on your knowledge so that you can safely and in a relaxed manner enjoy your kayaking experience.

Each day at the end of your trip, our driver will be waiting to transport you back to Bovec.

Upon return, we will conduct a short analysis and review of the day and agree on the next day’s plan.
Stop 3

15 min

After your return, we'll review the day's pictures and conduct a brief analysis and review session. Should you desire, you can also book an additional day of kayaking for more adventures on the river.

Day 2 · Second day

Stop 1

15 min

At the designated time, let's reconvene at our office. There, you can gather your gear, and we'll swiftly prepare to tackle the rapids once more.
Soca

3 hours

We'll arrange transportation to a new entry point along the Soča River, selected by the instructor according to water levels and your performance from the first day.
Stop 3

15 min

After your return, we'll quickly browse through the photos together before saying goodbye until our next adventure.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Our kayak course starts at our office in Bovec's main square, marked by two red flags with our logo.

End point

Our kayak course starts at our office in Bovec's main square, marked by two red flags with our logo.

Using your ticket

Not recommended for participants with back problems
Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
Not recommended for pregnant women
Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund.