Founded by 6× World Champions

Rafting Soča Bovec

Raft the Soča your way, from gentle family floats past Boka waterfall to full 20 km descents through the Julian Alps. Crystal-clear Alpine water, emerald pools, and rapids that keep you coming back.

Duration

1.5–2.5 h

Level

Grade 1 to 3

Season

MAR 15–OCT 31

Included

Free photos

Through the Emerald Rapids

We run three kinds of rafting descents on the Soča. One for families with kids, one for your first run through the rapids, and one for anyone who wants to stay on the water as long as possible. Prefer the river to yourselves? Go for private rafting.

Vodnik z veslom poškropi goste na mirnejšem, družinam prijaznem odseku Soče pri Bovcu

Family Rafting

Float past Boka waterfall on calm emerald water. Small rapids, big smiles, all ages.

Difficulty

Age

5 years

Price

from €55

Klasični rafting po brzicah Soče pri Bovcu v jesenskih barvah doline

Guest favourite

Classic Rafting

The stretch that put Soča rafting on the map. Real rapids, real fun, no experience needed.

Difficulty

Age

8 years

Price

from €55

Dolgi rafting čez močne brzice Soče pri Bovcu, raft v oblaku pršca

Seasonal

Long Rafting

Twenty kilometres from alpine forest to open valley. The full Soča, when the river runs high.

Difficulty

Age

8 years

Price

from €90

Family Rafting

Gentle introduction to the Soča on calmer sections near Boka waterfall, one of Slovenia’s most powerful waterfalls at 106 meters, in the heart of Triglav National Park. Paddle past the spot where Narnia: Prince Caspian was filmed. Small rapids keep things exciting, with plenty of stops to swim and take in the Julian Alps, with Velika Baba sleeping on the Kanin slopes above you. Patient guides make it fun for everyone, from small kids to grandparents.

Difficulty

Route

Čezsoča – Boka / Srepenica (12 km)

Age

5 years

Season

every day from March 15–October 31

MEET UP

Aktivni Planet Outdoor Sports Center

Industrijska cona 4, Bovec (town-centre office in early and late season)

Price

from €55 per person

river permits added at booking

Skupina se po družinskem raftingu razigrano škropi ob bregu Soče pri Bovcu

Raft pluje po smaragdni Soči proti naslednji brzici pri Bovcu na klasičnem raftingu

Skupina na družinskem raftingu počiva na rečnem balvanu sredi smaragdne Soče pri Bovcu

Otrok in vodnica se škropita v plitvini Soče pri Bovcu med družinskim raftingom

Skupina sklene roke pred družinskim raftingom na Soči pri Bovcu

Classic Rafting

This is the Soča experience everyone comes for. Ten kilometres of emerald water from Srpenica through the heart of the valley, all the way to Trnovo ob Soči. Grade 2-3 rapids with enough challenge to feel accomplished, accessible enough for first-timers. Swimming stops in crystal pools, views of Kanin mountain, and the rush of reading whitewater with your guide calling the shots.

Difficulty

Route

Srpenica – Trnovo ob Soči (10 km)

Age

8 years

Season

every day from March 15–October 31

Needs

swimming ability

MEET UP

Aktivni Planet Outdoor Sports Center

Industrijska cona 4, Bovec (town-centre office in early and late season)

Price

from €55 per person

river permits added at booking

Dve veslačici z dvignjenima vesloma med klasičnim raftingom po brzicah Soče pri Bovcu

Veslača na velikem rečnem balvanu sredi Soče pri Bovcu med klasičnim raftingom

Trije gostje z dvignjenimi vesli na klasičnem raftingu po Soči pri Bovcu

Raft prečka brzico ob skalah na klasičnem raftingu po Soči pri Bovcu

Long Rafting

The complete Soča descent. Twenty kilometres from Golobar to Trnovo ob Soči, starting where alpine forests line the banks and the Koritnica flows into the Soča. Gentle stretches, then rapids, then open river again. Views of Čezsoča village, Kanin mountain, and a suspension bridge the brave ones jump from. This route includes the full Classic section too. Only available in spring or after rainfall when water levels allow.

Difficulty

Route

Golobar – Trnovo ob Soči (20 km)

Age

8 years

Season

when water levels permit (spring, after rain)

Needs

swimming ability

MEET UP

Aktivni Planet Outdoor Sports Center

Industrijska cona 4, Bovec (town-centre office in early and late season)

Price

from €90 per person

river permits added at booking

Ekipa premaguje brzico Soče pri Bovcu na dolgem raftingu

Poln raft v smaragdnih brzicah Soče pri Bovcu, posnet z višine, na dolgem raftingu

Raft in varnostni kajakaš v brzicah Soče pri Bovcu na dolgem raftingu

Polna posadka veslá skozi brzico Soče pri Bovcu na dolgem raftingu

Raft se prebije skozi močno brzico Soče pri Bovcu na dolgem raftingu

Private
rafting

Private rafting is yours and your group’s alone. It runs the Classic route, ten kilometres of emerald Soča from Srpenica to Trnovo ob Soči. We tailor the trip to what you want: more adrenaline, more relaxation, or a mix. Ideal for families wanting extra attention, groups of friends, and celebrations. Available daily from March 15 to October 31. Swimming ability required.

Small group
1–4 people

€380
per group

Full raft
4-8 people

€550
per group

River permits added at booking

What's Included

We provide

You bring

Full neoprene wetsuit

Soča runs 8—12 degrees year-round

Neoprene shoes

For grip on wet terrain

Life jacket

For pro swimmers and amateurs alike

Helmet

Mandatory protection on water

Paddle

Everyone pulls their weight

Splash jacket/anorak

Protection against the unpredictable

Professional guide

Safety briefing and paddle technique

Transport

To the river and back to base

Secure storage

Keep your valuables in our vehicles

You bring

Swimsuit

Wear it under your wetsuit

Towel and dry clothes

You’ll need them for after

Sunscreen if sunny

Enjoy the rays without the burn

Your rafting day

Meet at our base

Check in at Aktivni Planet Outdoor Sports Center in Bovec (or our town-center office in early and late season).

Gear up

Wetsuit, life jacket, helmet, paddle. Five minutes ago you were ordering coffee. Now you are ready for the Soča.

Drive to the river

Short transfer to the start point. Your guide runs through paddling technique, commands, and what to do if you fall in.

Hit the water

Emerald rapids, crystal pools, and the kind of river you tell people about for years. You paddle, the Soča does the rest.

Celebrate at base

Our drivers meet you at the finish and return you to base. Change, relax at Planet Bar, and your photos arrive by evening.

Frequently Asked Questions

For more information, feel free to contact us.

No. We teach everything during the safety briefing: paddle technique, commands, how to brace, what to do if you fall out. Our guides handle raft positioning and call all the shots. First-timers complete our trips every day.

Yes. Swimming ability is required for all our rafting options. You wear a life jacket throughout, but there are swimming sections and the possibility of falling in. If you’re not a confident swimmer, please contact us before booking so we can discuss options.

Yes. For families with younger kids, Family Rafting is the one, it runs the calmer stretch and takes children from age 5. Classic and Long Rafting suit ages 8 and up because of the rapids. Children must be able to swim and are always accompanied by an adult.

The Soča runs 8-12 degrees year-round, it’s Alpine snowmelt. Cold, yes, but the wetsuit we provide makes it comfortable. After the first splash, you adapt quickly.

Light rain doesn’t stop us, you’re getting wet anyway. For dangerous conditions (electrical storms, flood levels), we reschedule or refund fully. We monitor conditions constantly and prioritize safety.

Wear a swimsuit under the wetsuit, and shoes that can get wet, old sneakers or sandals with a heel strap, not flip-flops. We provide all the rest of the gear at our base. Bring dry clothes and a towel for after. Glasses can be secured with a strap, and contact lenses are fine.

Classic is the standard descent most people choose, and it runs every day. Long adds the upper stretch for anyone who wants more time on the water, but it only runs when levels are high enough. First time on the Soča? Go Classic.

Aktivni Planet was founded in 2001 by members of the Bober team, 6-time world rafting champions. That competitive background shaped our entire training program. Today our team includes guides from across the world, many with their own competitive achievements in kayaking and rafting, among them a current world champion. What they bring back from international races and rivers shows on the water.

It depends on the season, one of two locations in Bovec.

Mid-May to end of September: our main base at Industrijska cona 4, 200m outside Bovec center toward Vršič pass. Look for the Planet Bar. Free parking.

April to mid-May and October: our town-centre office at Trg golobarskih žrtev 19, Bovec.

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your booking. Weather cancellations by us are always fully refunded or rescheduled at your preference.

For more information, feel free to contact us.