Rafting at Aliakmonas River

Rafting the rapids of Aliakmonas river is a special experience for both fun-loving adventurers, as well as for families with children. Each boat carries up to 6 people. The name of Aliakmonas comes from the mixing of two words, als (salt, sea) and the name akmon (anvil). According to Greek Mythology Aliakmon was one of the river gods, son of the Ocean and Tethys. This river root is suitable for rafting (going down the river on inflatable boats of special type) throughout the year. The longest in length river of Greece (322 km) is ready to host us for a few (6 km) of his hundred’s kilometers. During this root we will be astonished by the Meteora’s rocks, since geologically the area is similar to the one of Meteora (Rocks composed of psammite, sandstone). The big variety of birds (herons, cormorants, black storks, wild ducks, falcons, eagles etc.) and also mammals (bears, deer, wild boar etc.) that live in this wild and beautiful at the same time area will make our trip somewhat different from the usual. Spring, winter with lots of water and impressive waves and summer, fall with less and warmer water (even sometimes under the moon light, Aliakmonas root is something you should enjoy all seasons.

Participation fee:  40 € / person

 

Number of participants: Min: 2 persons

 

Meeting Point:

At rafting base of Greek Adventure Grevena in Feli village at 10 am. Root description - Click Here    Coming from Grevena: We take the road to Kalampaka (Meteora). Arriving at Eleftherohori village (situated on the left side of the road) we turn left towards Feli village and we follow the signs for Greek Adventure rafting base.     Coming from Kalampaka (Meteora): We take the road to Ioannina. After 10 km at the road junction we turn right to Grevena. We keep following signs to Grevena. At 45m (counting from Kalampaka) we pass through Agii Theodori village. 1 Km after village Agii Theodori there is a sign at your right for Greek Adventure rafting base at Feli village.  

Distance from:

·         Grevena 17 km / 20 minutes ·         Kalampaka 50 km / 45 minutes ·         Thessaloniki 220 km / 2 hours  

Implementation time : Throughout the year.

 

Rafting activity duration: 1,5– 2 hours ( depending the amount of river water )

  Program duration: 3,5- 4 hours   Difficulty level: 2^nd  degree  ( and one 3^rd degree pass )   River root length: 6 km   Height difference: 30 meters   Participation terms: Fulfillment of participation document, prepayment of participation fee, physical and mental health.   Ages: 5-80 years (depending time of the year and weather conditions)

Hot spots:

• 3^rd degree river passes (Vinsent passes)
• Meteora landscape / Rocks
• Variety of birds
• Swimming and diving (Summer, Fall)
• Strong and big waves (Spring, Winter)

  Services : Organized Rafting base (changing rooms, W/C), local transfers (from base to the river and back), full Rafting equipment (boat, life jacket, paddles, helmet, uniform etc.) , experienced Rafting guide.   What participants should have with them: Second pair of shoes (which will get wet) or sandals of closed type , swimming suit or underwear that will get wet , towel and suntan  (Summer)  

Extra services:

• During the activity there will be a photographer and you will have the opportunity to acquire a CD with all the photos with extra cost 15€ / CD
• For small or larger groups there is the possibility to organize for you barbeque or pic-nik  (after arrangement)