Rafting on the Dunajec River
Rafting on the Dunajec River Beyond the Tatra Mountains
Length of the route from Červený Kláštor to Lesnica
The height of the canyon's rock walls
Duration of a rafting trip on a traditional wooden raft
Rafting down the Dunajec River on traditional wooden rafts has a long history in the Pieniny Mountains
Since the mid-19th century, when it became a popular tourist attraction for the European aristocracy. Today, it is one of the most sought-after excursions in the region—and rightly so. The Dunajec River forms seven large meanders in the canyon, surrounded by rock walls rising up to 350 meters above the water’s surface.
The rafting trip runs along the route from Červený Kláštor to Lesnica; it is 9 km long and takes approximately 1.5 hours. The raft is guided by two experienced rafters dressed in Goral vests and hats, who share interesting facts about the Pieniny Mountains and the tradition of rafting during the trip. During the trip, you’ll see the majestic Three Crowns—an icon of the Pieniny Mountains—and hear legends about the outlaw Jánošík, who is said to have leaped across the Dunajec River at its narrowest point.
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The rafting trip takes place even in light rain or fog—it is canceled only in the event of a storm or dangerously high water levels. Before you leave, we recommend checking the weather forecast and the current river conditions directly with the operator.
During the peak summer season—July and August—rafts depart at 9:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. Each raft has a maximum capacity of 12 people. On busy days, the rafts may be fully booked—so advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Each operator has its own price list—prices range from €14 to €25 per adult, with discounted rates for children and seniors. Payment can be made only in cash or by bank transfer—credit cards are not accepted on site.
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