Class I Rafting Excursion along the Kiliaris River, near Chania
Feel the adrenaline of paddling down a beautiful river in Crete with rapids and exciting twists and turns on a rafting excursion along the Kiliaris River!
Practical information
Get to know Crete's incredible natural world as you feel the rush of paddling through rapids and swimming in fresh water with an expert who will guide you along the way on this amazing class I rafting excursion along the Kiliaris River, near Chania!
Course of events
You should plan to spend around 1.5 hours on this activity:
- Arrival at the meeting point and introduction to your instructor
- Safety and activity briefing
- Equipment distribution
- Rafting instructions
- Start of your approx. 50-minute rafting excursion on the Kiliaris River
- Pass 3 fun rapids!
- Swim and play in the river
- Return to the meeting point
- Equipment return and end of activity
Activity requirements
Being in good physical condition is required to take part in this activity.
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
All participants must know how to swim to take part in this activity.
Special terms
This activity is not recommended for pregnant or disabled people.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent.
Spoken languages:
English, GreekIncluded
- Uniform
- Helmet
- Life jacket
- Shoes
- Raincoat
- Raft
- Paddle
- Expert instructor
Excluded
- Transportation to the meeting point
- Food and drinks
- Personal expenses
Do not forget to bring
- Swimsuit
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Towel
- Bottle of water
- Extra change of dry clothes
- Snacks
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Experience the unique natural beauty of northern Crete with a fun, adrenaline-filled, and refreshing activity on this class I rafting excursion along the Kiliaris River, near Chania! The Kiliaris River is an ancient, 5-kilometer body of water that starts from the White Mountains of Varsamos and Mautri, near the village of Stylo, in Apojorona. It is considered as the second largest river in water flow in Crete, and it is an ecological hub for turtles, amphibians, eels, and crabs.
On the day of your class I rafting excursion along the Kiliaris River, near Chania, you'll need to arrive at the meeting point in the Kiliaris Rafting headquarters. There, you'll meet your expert instructor and learn about all the safety measures you'll need to take to have a great time throughout the day. Then, you'll receive your equipment, which will include a uniform, helmet, paddle, raincoat, and life jacket, and have some time to gear up before the rafting starts.
Next to the river, you'll get in the raft on land and receive a short but thorough instructional on how to paddle through the obstacles you'll run into. And once you're ready, you'll set off! Your rafting excursion in the Kiliaris River will last about 50 minutes, during which you'll pass through 3 different sets of rapids and enjoy being sprayed with river water as you paddle. You'll also get the opportunity to swim in the river and play games with your instructor to complete a fun and exciting day.
All you need to bring to have a great time on this class I rafting excursion along the Kiliaris River, near Chania is a swimsuit, a towel, some sunscreen, sunglasses, a bottle of water, and an extra change of clothes, as well as anything else you might personally need need (medication, snacks, etc.).
Don't miss out on a fun, safe, and refreshing activity in an ancient river that crosses northern Crete, with an expert instructor who has extensive knowledge of the area. Book your class I rafting excursion along the Kiliaris River, near Chania, today!