Soča River Kayak Course for Beginners & Intermediate
Overview
- Learn white-water kayaking on the crystal-clear Soča River
- Suitable for beginners and experienced paddlers (Class I–V sections)
- Small groups for a more personal and safe experience
- Stable kayaks and high-quality equipment provided (also for children)
- Professional instructors focused on both safety and fun
- Progress at your own pace and build real kayaking skills
- Trip adapted to your level, river conditions, and weather
- Stunning alpine scenery of the Soča Valley throughout the experience
What's Included
- Transport
- Local taxes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Driver/guide
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- River permit
Meeting Location
Industrijska cona 4
5230 Bovec, Slovenia
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Learn how to paddle white water in a fun and safe environment.
If you’ve always wanted to try white-water kayaking but don’t have any experience, this is the perfect introduction. Our course is designed for beginners, as well as those who want to improve their basic skills.
With the guidance of our experienced instructors, you’ll learn essential techniques such as paddling, steering, and reading the river—all adapted to your pace and comfort level.
The activity is suitable for anyone who is a confident swimmer and eager to try something new.
You’ll spend approximately 2,5 hours on the water, fully immersed in the experience, plus around 1 hour for transport to and from the river.
By the end of the session, you’ll feel more confident, capable, and ready to take on new river adventures.
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Participants need to know how to swim
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended for child aged 10 and under
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-22351P8
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is Cool Shore Excursions’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Transport.
- Local taxes.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only).
- Driver/guide.
- Professional guide.
- Gratuities.
- River permit.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Soča River Kayak Course for Beginners & Intermediate is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Soča River Kayak Course for Beginners & Intermediate will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Transport
- Local taxes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Driver/guide
- Professional guide
- Gratuities
- River permit
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Participants need to know how to swim
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended for child aged 10 and under
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Not recommended for participants with back problems, heart complaints or other serious medical conditions
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
