Rafting Excursion down the Lousios River in the Peloponnese

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4 hrs
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From 10 years-old and up
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Discover the most beautiful rivers in Greece on this fun rafting trip down the Lousios River and Alfios River in the Peloponnese near Kalamata!

Discover the most beautiful rivers in Greece on this fun and exciting rafting trip down the Lousios River and Alfios River in the Peloponnese near Kalamata. Welcoming adventures from ages 10 and up!

The Peloponnese is a large peninsula located in southern Greece, separated from the mainland by the Corinth Canal. The Peloponnese is characterised by its varied geography, including rugged mountains, fertile plains, and scenic coastline. It is surrounded by the Ionian Sea, the Aegean Sea, and the Corinthian Gulf.

The adventure begins at the starting point in Arcadia, located in the Peloponnese region. You'll be greeted by the experienced river guide and transferred to the Lousios River for the rafting excursion. To begin, you'll go through a brief training and receive the equipment (wet suit, life jacket, helmet, and paddle). No previous rafting experience is required to take part in this adventure!

Once you feel comfortable, you'll begin paddling in the inflatable boat along the crystal-clear waters of the Lousios River. It was believed that Zeus, the Olympian God, was bathed in the waters of Lousios after he was born by the nymphs Theisoa, Neda and Agno. As you descend the river, enjoy the beautiful landscapes of the Peloponnese region!

After traversing the thrilling rapids of Lousios, you'll enter the longest river of the Peloponnese, Alfios. According to Greek mythology, Alfios was a God-river who fell in love with the nymph Arethusa, making this river one of the most mythical in Greece. Both rivers are surrounded by an impressive gorge with white limestone cliffs, meandering through picturesque scenery, verdant forests, and tranquil waters.

During summer months, the river conditions and the volume of the water make this activity easy and suitable for everyone, beginners and families. You'll take breaks throughout the trip to admire the stunning scenery and swim in the refreshing waters. At the end of the thrilling adventure, you'll return to the starting point in Arcadia.

Discover the magnificent Lousios and Alfios rivers on an exhilarating rafting course in the Peloponnese near Kalamata!

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Practical information

Course of events

- Arrive at the starting point in Arcadia

- Transfer to the Lousios River

- Safety briefing and receive equipment (wet suit, life jacket, helmet, and paddle)

- Board the inflatable boat

- The rafting adventure begins!

- Paddle down the Lousios River for approximately 3 km / 1.9 mi

- Enter the Alfios River

- Paddle down the Alfios River for approximately 3 km / 1.9 mi

- Stop for breaks

- Return to the starting point in Arcadia

Total distance: 6 km / 3.7 mi

Activity requirements

Basic swimming skills are required for this activity.

Meeting point:
Church of Agia Triada, Maratha Village, Arcadia, Vlachorraptis 220 22, Greece
Spoken languages:English, Greek
Included
  • Guide
  • Rafting equipment
  • Helmet
  • Life jacket
  • Wet suit
  • Photos
Excluded
  • Food & drink
Do not forget to bring
  • T-shirt
  • Swimsuit
  • Shoes that can get wet
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen
  • Hat
  • Bottled water
  • Change of dry clothing

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Jo H., Belgium — 14/08/2024
4/5
Zeer goed, maar voor een ervaren rafters was het traject wat aan de 'softe' kant
Willem T., Netherlands — 30/07/2021
5/5
Great!!!
Julia S., United Kingdom — 13/11/2021
5/5
Rafting Lousios
FLORENCE K., France — 16/05/2023
5/5
Great experience during 4 hours with professional team on the Lousios & Alfios rivers. Very good team spirit and exciting adventure. Cristina was our guide and she is very good rafting driver! :-). All the guides are very nice people who provide safe instructions; equipments & devices are perfect. you will have all the pictures of the rafting at the end of the adventure for free ( WeTransfer link). We are 200% satisfied. I recommand this activity if you are in this beautiful area and Spring is the perfect season to discover this wild nature...
Nicolas C., Belgium — 13/08/2022
5/5
L’activité était tres bien organisée et on s’est vraiment bien amusés

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