Krakow: Traditional Dunajec River Rafting with Mountain Chairlift

Experience Krakow’s charm: raft the Dunajec River, savor local cheese, and ride a mountain chairlift for stunning views. Book your adventure now!

Duration: 12 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Krakow - Pick up (Krakow) - The driver will pick you up from the place in Krakow that you chose when making your reservation. Wait for him in front of the hotel / apartment main entrance at the agreed time (or better a few minutes earlier).

  • Krakow - Transfer to Szczawnica - Depending on road and weather conditions, the journey takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes. Sit back and admire the typical Polish landscapes, which will gradually change from plain to more mountainous, until the picturesque Beskid Mountains appear on the horizon.

  • Czorsztyn Castle - The castle was built on a rock called Castle Mountain (588 meters above sea level), rising on the left bank of the Dunajec Valley. It is located about 50 meters above the surface of the current Czorsztyn Lake.

  • Pieniny National Park - Stop at “Bacówka” (shepherd’s cabin) -
    On your way to Szczawnica, you will visit the place where one of the most unique cheeses in the world is made.
    Highlanders - local settlers, famous for their manual production of “oscypek”. It is a type of smoked cheese made from sheep’s milk. The wooden houses where this cheese is produced are called “Bacówki”. In such a small wooden hut you will be able to try different types of this cheese with different degrees of smoking, as well as learn how it is made.

  • Czarny Dunajec - Dunajec rafting -
    A rafting trip through the Dunajec Gorge in Szczawnica, where you can admire the picturesque landscapes of the Pieniny National Park on traditional rafts steered by experienced rafters. The rafting route leads through charming spots, offering views of the Three Crowns and Sokolica peaks, while the rafters entertain with stories about the region and its traditions.

  • Pijalnia Wod Leczniczych Uzdrowisko Szczawnica - Healing waters -
    The spa waters in Szczawnica are known for their healing properties, rich in minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and iron. They are used in the treatment of respiratory, digestive, and rheumatic conditions. Taste each one and experience their unique benefits.

  • Palenica - Palenica Mountain Chairlift -
    The chairlift ride to Palenica is one of the main attractions in Szczawnica, taking tourists to an altitude of 722 meters above sea level. The lift offers spectacular views of the Pieniny Mountains, Beskid Sądecki, and the Dunajec Valley. At the top, there is a viewpoint and a restaurant where you can enjoy a drink while admiring the beautiful scenery.

  • Szczawnica - Main square - the heart of Szczawnica -
    The main square in Szczawnica is the vibrant heart of the town, featuring numerous restaurants, pastry shops, and souvenir stalls. It is the perfect place for a stroll, where you can try local delicacies, buy handmade souvenirs, and enjoy the charming atmosphere of this picturesque spa town. The square is surrounded by historic buildings, adding to its unique character and ambiance.

  • Krakow - Transfer to Kraków -
    Relax on the ride back to Krakow in the afternoon, where the tour concludes with drop-off back at your original departure point.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup & drop off
  • Spare time on main square in Szczawnica
  • 2.5 hours Dunajec rafting
  • Visit the oldest traditional mountain hut
  • Highlander cheese & regional alcohol tasting
  • Ticket to Palenica Mountain Chairlift
  • Entrance ticket to the hidden castle - Czorsztyn
  • Visit to the spa water drinking hall with tasting
  • Transfers (Krakow-Szczawnica-Krakow)
  • English-speaking driver
What's Not Included
  • Dinner
  • Drinks
  • Tips
Additional Information

Soak up the charm of Szczawnica on this delightful day trip, starting with a hotel pick-up.

Begin with a stop at Czorsztyn Castle by the beautiful Czorsztyn Lake, offering picturesque views and rich history. Next, visit a traditional “Bacówka” to immerse yourself in local culture. Sample oscypek cheese and take photos for a unique glimpse into shepherd life.

Enjoy rafting down the Dunajec River on traditional wooden rafts, marveling at stunning views of Pieniny National Park, including the Three Crowns and Sokolica. After rafting, taste the renowned healing waters of Szczawnica, rich in minerals known for their health benefits.

Then, take a chairlift to the top of Palenica Mountain at 722 meters. Enjoy panoramic views and relax at a restaurant while soaking in the scenery.

Finally, visit the main square, the vibrant heart of Szczawnica. Explore restaurants, pastry shops, and souvenir stalls, enjoying the charming atmosphere of this picturesque spa town.

  • We recommend bringing your own headphones to listen to the Audioguide during the Dunajec River rafting. If you don’t have them, you will be able to listen directly from your phone.
Location
Krakow
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Odyssey47713933489
Aug 27, 2024
Great family adventure - Had a great experience with the family (5 of us). Our guide Peter G. was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, personable and speaks English well. Highly recommend this tour company and make sure to ask for Peter G.
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Kolmigregg
Aug 25, 2024
Fantastic experiance - Great trip, pilot Olaf is amazing, very nice and talkative. Rafting on Dunajec River was the best part. Highly recommendable.
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Aggelac2023
Aug 23, 2024
One of the best experience that i had in my life ! Very enjoyable and worthy trip! Thanks to Tom, we had a great time !! - One of the best experience that i had in my life ! Very enjoyable and worthy trip! Thanks to Tom, we had a great time !!!! He is a very passionate and energetic person with positive vibes ! He explained us everything about the trip and the history of Poland !! I recommend the company if you are interested to book any trip with them !
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Iza
Aug 23, 2024
Recommended tour! - Wonderful tour! Highly recommended for everyone who would like to have a taste of Polish mountains, try local cheese, experience rafting with Flisaki and enjoy the beauty of the nature. Top-notch organisation, good communication, and great guide - Tomek.
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Leonardsu5976pn
Aug 20, 2024
Wonderful experience - This trip is well organised and a fantastic one indeed, especially for those who love nature and a little bit of safe adventure. Rafting, remains the highlight of this day tour. Pawel the driver/guide has been great to the group in terms of patience, prudent driving and overall care. He is very well customer centred.
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Debs3773
Aug 20, 2024
Enjoyable and informative, a great way to spend the day exploring Poland - Our tour guides Krystina and Piotr were excellent, there were very friendly and accommodating nothing was too much trouble. The trip included a tour of Czorstyn Castle, river rafting on Dunajec River, tasting the healing water of Szczawamia and a chairlift experience up Palenica mountain. It was a full day but was very relaxing and informative, I would fully recommend it
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Kszuszu
Aug 19, 2024
Amazing experience and great vibe! - I really recommend this type of active leisure. The trip was very well organized and we truly enjoyed the atmosphere created by our guide Kristian. Overall this was an amazing experience.
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Piotrkd1253nc
Aug 19, 2024
Krystian great guide !!!! - Fantastic day with our guide Krystian. Who was very helpful and always smiling. The place was Fantastic and beautiful. We will definitely come back again .
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L5762yscallumb
Aug 19, 2024
Day in the Pieniny Mountains - I had an incredible day in the Pieniny mountains thanks to the exceptionally friendly tour guides Piotr and Krystian! The itinerary was full of activities that kept on making the day more enjoyable. We started off visiting a local castle where we saw scenic views of the Dunajec river and learned about the interesting history of the region. Then we tasted some local vodka and smoked cheese (a delicious combination!). After that was the highlight of my day, the river rafting down the Dunajec river. It was both thrilling and tranquil as local guides sailed us down the river while telling us local folk stories of the regions, sometimes throwing in the odd joke. Next up was the tasting of the locally sourced mineral waters, which were instantly replenishing and rejuvenating. Finally we finished our fun filled day with a trip up the cable car in a local village called Szczawnica. Once again we got to experience stunning views of the landscape and purchase some lovely souvenirs. Overall, I would highly recommend this trip to anyone regardless of age as there is so much opportunity to have fun. Thank you Piotr and Krystian!
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251krisss
Aug 19, 2024
I WILL COKE BACK - It was amazing , our guide Krystian made day from start to finish , shepards hut and vodka was best , rafting with amazing views :)
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