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Extreme Adventure on Dunajec River – Rafting Trip from Krakow

Let me say, there’s an adventure you won’t forget, waiting for you at the Pieniny National Park . I can tell I’ve experienced that and anyone who’s up for some fun on the Dunajec river, is in for a treat. Formed by the Czarny and Biały Dunajec waters, this river runs a whopping 247 km. The beauty of the Pieniny mountains is jaw-dropping . It is, without a doubt, one of the most gorgeous spots in Lesser Poland.

During this journey, you’ll be rafting down the Dunajec Gorge on old-school wooden rafts , all under the guidance of experienced raftsmen. And it’s not just a short trip; we’re talking about a three-hour tour! Trust me, it’s the perfect opportunity to soak in the Pieniny National Park ’s beauty and marvel at mountain peaks like the Three Crowns .

Dunajec River Rafting from Krakow – An Exhilarating Experience

Rafting season spans from April 1 to October 31 . I know, cruising down the Dunajec Gorge is arguably the best way to explore the aforementioned park. The whole experience has a unique flair, thanks to the authentic raftsmen who are fantastic storytellers, I assure you.

Your adventure starts at the rafting harbor in Sromowce . Be prepared for a bit of a crowd, as tourist groups are usually made up of at least 10 people. The whole route lasts three hours. And don’t worry about getting back – a driver will be waiting for you at the end of the trip to whisk you back to your lodgings.

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You might be wondering, „Is it really worth it?” Let me tell you why I am convinced it’s an experience you can’t miss:

• Marvel at the stunning mountain landscapes and local wildlife
• Embark on a thrilling rafting journey on the Dunajec
• Explore the historic castle in Niedzica

Is It Worth It?

Picture this: you’re coasting down the Dunajec river, aboard a traditional wooden raft. The landscape is stunning, the nature’s wild and free, and the mountain charm is just too real. This continues for two hours. You’ll then have the chance to kick back and relax . If you’re up for it, make a pitstop at the Niedzica castle. You’ll have a good 30 minutes to explore.

It’s worth to say that rafting on the Dunajec River is a crowd favorite among tourists. It’s the perfect getaway from the city hustle, putting you right in nature’s lap, with some thrills tossed in for good measure. Don’t worry about the ride; a driver will pick you up in a safe and comfortable vehicle from your hotel. On the way, you’ll learn about the history of the Pieniny Mountains and the local culture.

Some Handy Tips

• Usually tours from Krakow needs at least 2 participants to kick off
• If you’ve got kids aged 0-13, and need safety seats, give the local supplier a heads up. You can find their contact details on your voucher or booking sites
• This isn’t a high-speed, adrenaline-pumping activity. It’s a laid-back rafting experience on wooden rafts.
• The rafting happens rain or shine, so packing a rain jacket and umbrella is a good idea.
• Entrance to the Niedzica castle isn’t part of the deal. After the rafting, you can use your free time to check out the castle. Remember, you’ll need to pay the entrance fees at the castle itself.

A Typical Rafting Trip from Krakow

Day trips from Krakow are usually an 8-hour affair, including travel time. You will get the ball rolling in the morning, between 8 and 9, based on what works best for the group. Usually they will pick you up from your hotel, so you can start your day out of the city on the right note. The one-way trip takes about 2.5 hours. The rafting itself covers 18 km down the Dunajec River, lasting around 2 hours and 15 minutes.

When you’re done, your assigned driver/guide will be waiting for you at the final raft stop. Then it’s off to a local restaurant for a homemade dinner.

The Cost of Rafting Trip From Kraków in 2023

Usually the costs of such trip are following (and depend on how many people take part in it):

• 520 PLN per person (2 people)
• 380 PLN per person (3 people)
• 340 PLN per person (4 people)
• 290 PLN per person (5 people)
• 260 PLN per person (6 people)

What is usually included?:

• Pick-up from the hotel at the chosen time
• Comfortable, air-conditioned, private transport
• Driver’s assistance during the trip
• Tickets for a traditional Dunajec River rafting
• Approximately 2.5 hours of rafting through the Dunajec Gorge betwen Sromowce Nizne and Szczawnica .

And The Rafting Begins

As I already mentioned, your journey starts at the serene part of the Dunajec River, in the quaint village of Sromowce , tucked away in the picturesque Pieniny Mountains. As you navigate towards the deeper and choppier sections of the river, you’ll get to marvel at the towering peaks of the Pieniny Mountains, including the famous Trzy Korony, along with the steep, rocky mountains, and Sokolica peak.

The Dunajec gorge snakes along seven massive river turns. And let me say, the views are simply out of this world! The Pieniny National Park is just a stone’s throw away.

The rafting route is usally planned and lasts about 2 hours and 15 minutes, covering 18 kilometers, and wraps up in Szczawnica .

Things You Need to Know About Rafting

Once your trip wraps up, you’ve got some options. Grab lunch, kick back, or maybe head straight back to Krakow . Need a breather while on the road? Just ask for a break. Usually friendly drivers are there for you and ready to answer all your questions. Fancy a sumptuous dinner? Just ask the driver for some local recommendations.

The drivers are seasoned pros who know the area and the best spots for traditional Polish grub. They can even arrange transport directly to Zakopane for you to kickstart your trip. Want more than a package covers? Shoot them a message. Any questons while on your way from Krakow ? Don’t be shy. The driver’s got answers for you.

Rafting on the Dunajec is a blast for everyone, the entire family included. No age restrictions there. And since it’s not an extreme sport, there’s no need to worry about your little ones. We can supply life jackets during the rafting if you want. Normally, they have around 12 folks on a single raft.

Dunajec Rafting – Essential Information

I’d suggest booking our tour from Krakow 1-2 days ahead. Weather playing spoilsport? No worries. You can reschedule your trip with just a day’s notice. So, if you’re worried about rain ruining your plans, let us know ahead of time. They’ll tweak your booking to a date that suits you.

The local companies run rafting trips on the Dunajec every day, except for Easter and Corpus Christi holidays. But remember to respect the weather conditions in the Pieniny area. Their rafts are manned by professional Pieniny raftsmen, symbols of the local kayaking tradition, always donned in traditional attire. Want a raft guided by English-speaking raftsmen? Just request that in advance.

References:

• https://pl.krakowdirect.com/splyw-dunajcem/
• https://www.polandtraveltours.com/pl/pobyt-w-miescie/wycieczki-w-krakowie/splyw-dunajcem/

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Dunajec River Rafting Tour

Dunajec River Rafting is something you will remember for years to come.

There are many wonderful things to experience when visiting Krakow, but few will consider river rafting to be an option. It is just not as obvious and attention-grabbing as Smok Wawelski, Nowa Huta, and other activities in the Krakow proper – but it absolutely is something you should try out!

Dunajec River Rafting is a limited-time attraction available only until the end of October, and one of the best, most popular rafting spots in central Europe. For those of you asking the important question of “what is river rafting, anyway” – it is an outdoor activity where you navigate down a river on a raft or boat of some sort. It can be difficult, it can be easy – it depends on the tastes of an individual group. While we mostly think about the most extreme, dangerous rafting from movies and cinema, remember – it can be as relaxed as you want. So don’t be scared to give it a try! 

Dunajec River Rafting is an adventure that starts in Sromowce – a small village in Pineniny Mountains. You can choose between two routes, a 2 hour long 15km long one, or 3 hours long 23 km long one. The first one finishes in Szczawnica , and the other in Kroscienko.  Don’t know which one to choose? Don’t worry – we will help you decide!

Either way, you will be able to experience breath-taking mountains first-handed. The amazing Trzy Korony, Sokolica, and Dunajec River Gorge will be only a few breaths away from you. 

Interested, but still concerned about your safety or safety of your children and family? Understandable, but worry not – the trip is not considered dangerous by any means. You don’t need any prior experience with rafting whatsoever. Do not worry about equipment – it will be taken care of. Life-jackets are not considered to be needed, but if they make you feel safe, ask and we shall provide! Usually, a single raft can carry a group of up to 12 people, 5 of which can be children. If you would prefer to not share it with strangers, we can arrange a reservation only for you and your friends or family.

You will be taken care of by professional local rafters, who are proud masters of the local tradition. There is no one better suited to help you navigate the river than them. They practice their art while wearing traditional costumes and know every secret of Dunajec. Most of them speak Polish only, but for all intents and purposes, it tends to be enough. Disappointed? Don’t be! We said most, but most is not al! We know a few who do speak English and can arrange for you to share your boat with them. Just give us heads up!

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*Please note that all times are approximate and depend on traffic conditions and guides availability.

Dunajec River Rafting is an adventure that starts in Sromowce - a small village in Pineniny Mountains

You will be able to experience breath-taking mountains first-handed. The amazing Trzy Korony, Sokolica, and Dunajec River Gorge will be only a few breaths away from you.

Here are few more reasons why you should use our services:

We have invented this tour on the market and we are the best in it.

Free Hotel Pickup

Remember that we will pick you up and drive you back to your hotel or apartment.

Flexible dates

In case of bad weather conditions you can chagneg activitaty date free of charge.

Professional Local Rafters

They practice their art while wearing traditional costumes and know every secret of Dunajec.

It is an out door activity, please be prepared for weather conditions.

Don’t let your chance to have an adventure of a lifetime slip by. Dunajec River Rafting is something you will remember for years to come. Join thousands of people who decided to give it a try and could not be happier that they did! 

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• 12 hour before the tour you will receive text message about exact pickup time.

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Here is a break down of all the activities in the tour.

Do remember that Dunajec River Rafting is an adventure that will take most of your day, so plan accordingly! The whole experience will take at least 8 hours total. The ride to or from Kraków will take about 2,5 hours.  

If you have any questions, feel free to ask – we will happily assist and take care of any details that might make your tour more fun and comfortable for you. When it comes to payment, you can do it either online or in person. We accept most of the popular international currencies, such as Euro, U.S Dollars, and Pounds.  

We offer a door-to-door service with English speaking drivers who are happy to help you with your questions or requests. We can pick you up anywhere in Krakow, and drop you off wherever you wish. We suspect you will be pretty hungry after you are done rafting, so do not be afraid to ask our drivers for their recommendations on where to eat! They know the route well, and will happily stop so you can take a well-deserved break.

Usually, a single raft can carry a group of up to 12 people, 5 of which can be children. If you would prefer to not share it with strangers, we can arrange a reservation only for you and your friends or family.

Interested, but still concerned about your safety or safety of your children and family? Understandable, but worry not – the trip is not considered dangerous by any means. You don’t need any prior experience with rafting whatsoever. Do not worry about equipment – it will be taken care of. Life-jackets are not considered to be needed, but if they make you feel safe, ask and we shall provide! 

Of course, our drivers observe the highest sanitary standards – our cars are well-ozonated and disinfected after each service. We also always have more than enough masks and gloves for our customers to use, so don’t worry – enjoy the trip. Everything is taken care of.

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You can always leave your belongings inside the bus which will be parked nearby.

Available only until the end of October. Please check availability before booking.

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Dunajec River Rafting Tours from Krakow

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Enjoy a Rafting Tour in the Heart of the Pieniny Land

The Dunajec River Gorge is undeniably one of the most scenic river rafting routes in Europe. The raft crossing attracts great interest and takes place in a park boasting one of the most enrapturing landscapes – the Pieniny National Park.

After arriving in Sromowce Wyżne-Kąty, you join other participants for the trip. We cross the river gorge on traditional wooden rafts, the construction of which has remained unchanged for over 200 years. To this day, the reliability of their structure is an incredible curiosity. The rafting trips break attendance records year after year — in one season, the Dunajec river is crossed by over 250 thousand tourists! The awe-inspiring beauty of nature unchanged for millennia, serenity, harmony and the panorama of the Tatra mountains make up only a fraction of the landscapes you get to admire and remember for long.

One raft can accommodate a group of up to 10 people, lead by two raftsmen — a foreman at the front and an assistant at the back of the raft. The raft is propelled with long, wooden poles the raftsmen jam against the river bed. The expertise of the polers is truly impressive, if only for the fact that the river may be up to 18 meters deep.

During the 2 hours and 15 minutes of the rafting trip, you have an opportunity to see, among other things, 14th-century Červený Kláštor on the Slovak side. You’re sure to be impressed by rugged limestone rocks reaching even 500 m in height above the water surface.

The highlight of the trip, however, is a view of the most famous summits of the Pieniny Mountains, namely Sokolica and Trzy Korony. The most popular route of the raft trip down the Dunajec river ends in the town of Szczawnica — one of the oldest Polish health resorts. You have about 1 hour of free time and then we return to Krakow.

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Why worth to go for rafting trip.

The Dunajec River , which cuts through the Pieniny Mountains, flows in wide curves within a deep ravine whose rock walls are up to 300 meters high. This Extraordinary place is the best seen from raft. Raft trips start from the landing stage at Katy (Sromowce Wyzne). The 18 km route takes two to three hours depending on the water level. It is also possible to go further downriver to Kroscienko (23 km).

The driver will pick you up from the apartment or hotel and directly takes you to Pieniny (Sromowce Wyżne). We will help you to buy a ticket organize a raft for you. After seeing Pieniny our driver will take you back to Krakow, wherever you wish.

There are two destination marinas:

total route’s length: app. 18 km, the time of the rafting route: app. 2 hours 15 min.

total route’s length: app. 23 km, the time of the rafting route: app. 2 hours 45 min.

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• Door to door service (van,bus will be exclusively at your service)
• Private car just only for you
• High quality, friendly and helpful English-speaking driver’s assistance
• Assurance of safety and professionalism

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The Dunajec River Gorge runs through the Pieniny Mountains and is one of the best-known tourist attractions of Southern Poland. It is also featured on UNESCO's Tentative List of World Heritage Sites in Poland.

Have a great time sitting back on the wooden raft and taking in the magnificent views of the Pieniny Mountains.

Tour Highlights

• Travel by boat and see the sights from the water
• See native wildlife in their natural environment
• Romantic experience, perfect for couples
• An ideal choice for families
• Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
• Informative, friendly, and professional guide

On arrival, you will meet your guides, get suited up for rafting, and listen to the safety briefing. Then, hop aboard a raft with space for up to 12 people and set out along the Dunajec River.

Paddle along an 18km stretch of the river, beginning in Sromowce and ending in Szczawnica in the Pieniny Mountains.  Book now your Dunajec River Rafting Tour and make sure you have a sit on the wooden boat.

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• Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
• Transport by private air-conditioned minivan
• English-speaking driver's assistance
• Environmental Management Charge (Reef Tax)
• Food and drinks

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Head to southern Poland's most picturesque district for a 12 hours trip which includes rafting on the Dunajec River. Ride a rail car up Gubalowka for stunning views.

• Enjoy a traditional rafting experience run by local highlanders
• Visit the beautiful countryside of Zakopane
• Take a rail car ride to the peak of Gubalowka

Wooden raft trips have been offered since the early 19th century when customers were guests of the nearby Niedzica and Czorsztyn castles.

Your raft trip begins in the village of Sromowce Wyżne-Kąty and ends in the resort town of Szczawnica, 18 kilometers downstream. Enjoy a restaurant lunch at your own expense after rafting. Continue to Zakopane to ride a rail car to admire the Tatra Mountains from the peak of Gubalowka.

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• Be sure to dress appropriately for mountain weather
• Lunch options are available on the tour
• There is no age limit for this tour
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Visit Zakopane, the winter capital of Poland, and explore the beauty of the Dunajec River Gorge. Starting from 7 of April.

Visit Zakopane - the Polish most famous mountain resort of Poland and explore the beauty of the Dunajec River Gorge. This region is visited by thousands of tourists all year round.

Take an unforgettable leisure rafting (not a whitewater experience!) on a traditional, wooden raft among the towering cliffs and the limestone rock formations in the breathtaking Pieniny Mountains.

• Two hours drive along the most picturesque route in Poland that runs from Krakow towards the southern border with Slovakia
• Stopover at the historical wooden church in Dębno – the church was entered on the UNESCO List and it is a perfect example of a traditional highlander style
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• Views of cliffs, trees, and mountain animals
• Visiting the most interesting sites in Zakopane

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Dunajec rafting  a full-day adventure with krakowdirect.

Our Dunajec River Rafting tour is a perfect opportunity to try river rafting. Dunajec River breaks through the beautiful Pieniny Mountains , a natural border between Poland and Slovakia. The scenery of our Dunajec River Rafting tour is breathtaking. Dunajec River makes seven meanders in its length and breaks through the most pristine parts of the mountains.

Our private Dunajec River Rafting Tour from Krakow takes about 8 hours . A one-way ride to Sromowce Wyzne, where rafting begins , takes up to 2 hours. Standard, 18 km long rafting tour lasts for 2 hours 15 minutes. You will share the raft with other guests, if you require a private raft, please let us know. The raftmen called “Flisacy” are locals who used to transport goods by rafts on the Dunajec river. They have got their own culture and language; It’s even hard for us to understand them, so let’s just say English is not their first language. But in this beautiful scenery, you will be able to communicate without words. If you would like to, we can prepare an offer with a knowledgable English-speaking local guide. Our driver will be waiting for you at the end of your river rafting., where you can have a lunch break or just take a walk. We provide door-to-door pickup and drop-off to your hotel in Krakow, a private Mercedes car and an English-speaking driver at your disposal.

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Your Pickup time will be provided to you once our customer service team proceeds with your booking but no later than 12 hours after Your order as we need to fit Your request to the Museum entrance availabilities. You will receive the Final Confirmation email with Your pickup time. Please check your mail inbox within this period.

Our shared Dunajec River Rafting Tour from Krakow takes about 8 hours . A one-way ride to Sromowce Wyzne, where rafting begins , takes up to 2 hours. Standard, 18 km long rafting tour lasts for 2 hours 15 minutes. You will share the raft with other guests. The raftmen called “Flisacy” are locals who used to transport goods by rafts on the Dunajec river. They have got their own culture and language; It’s even hard for us to understand them, so let’s just say English is not their first language. But in this beautiful scenery, you will be able to communicate without words. Our driver will be waiting for you at the end of your river rafting., where you can have a lunch break or just take a walk. We provide door-to-door pickup and drop-off to your hotel in Krakow, a private Mercedes car and an English-speaking driver at your disposal.

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Dunajec river rafting

The Dunajec River is very important for tourism and recreation. Rafting along Pieniny is a tourist attraction. There are favorable conditions for practicing mountain canoeing and fishing. Rafting is a tourist type of river rafting on boats, pontoons, or by other means. We present an offer for individual clients on Rafting the Dunajec River. I t takes place under the supervision of professional and trained instructors. This is a great offer for families, couples, and people of all ages. Unusual views, extraordinary landscapes in the national park between Poland and Slovakia make the Pieniny unique. On the Dunajec rafting route, there are several places where waves provide adrenaline and unforgettable experiences.

Dunajec River Gorge Tour with KrakowDirect – further information

Valley of Dunajec River is arguably one of the most picturesque sites in Poland. It runs through Pieniny Mountains, a borderline between Slovakia and Poland. These pristine surroundings are where our Dunajec River Rafting Tour takes place. Book a ticket per person on our website or call us before your visit to Krakow or Zakopane. We recommend booking your trip earlier because during the summertime there are many tourists. This trip is safe for children too. It takes place on the traditional wooden raft with a professional service. Pick-up time from the hotel is based on availability but usually, the trip starts between 8:00 and 9:00 to make the most of your day out of town. The one-way drive takes about 2.5 hours. The Dunajec rafting trip on the standard 18 km route takes 2 hours and 15 minutes. Our English-speaking driver will be waiting for you at the last stop of your route on a rafting boat and then take you to a local restaurant for lunch. We provide personal pick up, return transport to the hotel in Krakow, Mercedes car, and a friendly driver at your disposal.

Pieniny National Park

On the border of Poland and Slovakia, just 100 km from Wieliczka, the Pieniny Mountains offer plenty of scenery and outdoor adventures. The biggest tourist attraction in the Pieniny National Park is the Dunajec river rafting, but hikers and cyclists will also find many interesting routes. Pieniny National Park is one of the smallest Polish national parks, but despite that, it is home to thousands of unique and protected plant species and many rare animal species.

Dunajec Rafting Trip- how does it look like?

Dunajec River Gorge is a perfect place to try river rafting. KrakowDirect offers private tours with modern, comfortable Mercedes Benz cars and helpful English-speaking drivers. We offer direct pick up from your hotel in Krakow and drop off after the tour. Upon request, we can arrange our Dunajec Rafting tour from Zakopane. For more information, please do not hesitate to ask.

Our Dunajec River Rafting tour is a full-day adventure. The whole tour lasts for about 8 hours. We suggest the pick-up to be set between 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. Our Dunajec River Rafting Tour starts on calm waters in a small village called Sromowce in Pieniny Mountains. Then it heads towards deeper and more rough parts of the river. Our river rafting route runs along the highest peak in Pieniny Mountains – Trzy Korony and lopsided, rocky peak called Sokolica. Dunajec River Gorge makes seven meanders in its length. The scenery is breathtaking.

Standard river rafting tour lasts for around 2 hours 15 minutes. It is 18-kilometres long and ends in Szczawnica. However, there is a possibility to choose a longer, 23-kilometres long tour. It lasts up to 3 hours, ending in Kroscienko. Our driver will be waiting for you in your final destination.

Practical information about rafting trip from Krakow

When your river rafting is finished, you can either have a lunch break or go straight back to Krakow. It is also possible to take a break on your way. You can ask our driver for recommendations. Our drivers are very well familiar with the area and good restaurants on the way. We can also arrange to drop off to Zakopane. Please, contact us for further information .

There are no restrictions regarding the age of participants of our private tour. In fact, it is great fun and relax for the whole family. Rafting through the Dunajec river gorge is not considered dangerous, so you do not have to worry about the safety of even the smallest children. Life jackets can be provided upon request. The standard amount of people on one raft is around 12. However, only 5 children can be on one raft at the same time. For your comfort and safety, we can equip our car with an appropriate booster seat or child seat. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. It is also possible to reserve a raft only to yourself for an additional cost. Please contact us for details.

Dunajec River Rafting- all you need to know

River rafting on Dunajec is available from 1st April to 31st October. You can book our tour with even 1-2 days in advance. In the event of bad weather, we give you a chance to change the date of your tour with one day ahead. So if you worry that on the day of your Dunajec Rafting tour it is going to rain, please contact us in advance. We will change your reservation. It is up to you to choose the date.

The trip on wooden rafting is available daily with the exception of Easter Day and Corpus Cristi. However, weather conditions need to be taken into account. Rafts are operated by professional rafters. They pursue local tradition of river rafting and wear traditional costumes. Most rafters generally speak only Polish. However, it is possible to have rafting tour with English speaking rafter. Please contact us for more information. We will make every effort to secure appropriate rafter for your river rafting tour.

The price and payment for a private tour from Krakow

There are two payment methods available for your Dunajec River Rafting tour. You can pay online while booking our services. Also, you can pay in cash to the driver. We prefer payments in Polish zlotys. We also accept Euros, Pounds and U. S. Dollars. The amount in foreign currency is calculated according to average exchange rate, yet the change is given in Polish zlotys.

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With KrakowDirect Dunajec River Rafting Tour you have a unique opportunity to experience exciting river rafting on the most beautiful river gorge in Poland. Dunajec river rafting is among the most popular tourist attractions in the region – and for a good reason! It is unforgettable fun and the magnitude of Pieniny Mountains is astonishing.

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I Spent 20 Days In A Raft With A Silent Stranger. I Never Expected The Twist Ending To Our Trip.

I met Doug on a 20-day rafting trip through the Grand Canyon, where I was randomly assigned to be the sole passenger in his boat. He was a former raft guide and bona fide waterman, soft-spoken and ruggedly handsome. I was a rafting novice who thought rain gear could stand in for a dry suit, and I’d signed on to the trip on a complete whim.

It sounds like the premise of a hit reality dating show, except that neither of us was cut out for reality television. If the cameras had been rolling, they would have had to add a lot of sound effects in postproduction. Like crickets. Or maybe that “womp womp” sad trombone noise.

I’m an introvert, shy around strangers and not very good at small talk, and Doug is quiet around everyone, so the first day in our shared raft was awkward. He asked me what I did for work, where I went to school and where I grew up, and I repeated the questions back. We talked about our hobbies (mine was climbing, his was surfing) and how we’d ended up on this particular trip. But the conversation didn’t flow, and after a bit of chatting we fell back into silence.

Every once in a while he’d identify a teachable moment to explain some intricacy of rafting: how to spot and catch an eddy, how to choose the best line or how to pick a ferry angle. Mostly we just sat quietly and watched the canyon walls float by.

Over the next few days, the grandeur of one of Earth’s largest holes in the ground gave us plenty to look at, but the long, silent stretches made me nervous. The limits of my social skills became painfully obvious when entire days would pass without me being able to come up with a single interesting conversation topic. Doug’s reticence certainly wasn’t helping. But I felt sure that if anyone else were in my shoes, they’d be able to crack his shell, or at least to come up with something more interesting to talk about than which flavor of Pringles we preferred.

When I looked at the other rafts on our trip, it seemed like everyone else was deep in conversation, laughing or goofing around, and I wondered if Doug wished he had someone more exciting sharing his boat. Sometimes someone else from our group would come hang out on our raft for a couple of hours, and they’d always comment on how peaceful it was. I couldn’t help but wonder if by “peaceful” they really meant “boring.”

“This is what you guys do all day?” one visitor asked. We nodded.

Each evening, our five rafts would convene on the shore to make camp, and I always felt relieved to reunite with the others. I’m a group person, better at joining conversations than carrying them, so spending time with 12 others took the pressure off. It felt easier to be myself in the evenings, cracking jokes that people actually laughed at and leaning into my competitive side in whatever silly game we’d come up with to pass the time.

One evening, an old acquaintance cracked up at one of my one-liners and said, “I never realized how funny you are!” I felt validated by his comment, but also frustrated. Why did I sometimes feel like I had two personalities? In a group on the shore I was goofy and worry-free, but alone in a boat with another introvert I was plagued by debilitating shyness.

I watched Doug interact with the rest of the group and saw that he was just as quiet with them as he was with me. He seemed content in his quietness, and self-assured, but I wondered if he ever felt insecure about it like I did.

I could have switched to another boat at any time, but despite the awkwardness, I returned to Doug’s boat day after day. He was one of the best boaters on the trip, and I trusted him not to flip our raft in the raging rapids. So it was partially self-preservation that motivated me to stay, but I was also drawn to the challenge. Could I push past our incompatible personalities to build some kind of real friendship with this silent man? Would we ever establish enough rapport for me to figure out what secrets he hid under his scruffy, gross beard?

As we descended deeper into the canyon, the quiet hours began to feel more comfortable. We fell into an easy rhythm, and our intricate code of nonverbal communication became a running joke.

Doug would pour himself a cup of tea from his thermos, and when he was done he would refill the cup and pass it to me without a word. When I reapplied sunscreen I’d hold it up to him in offering, and if it was zinc he’d nod his head yes, but if it was spray-on he’d shake his head no. Sometimes he’d offer me the oars but I had no idea what I was doing, so he’d direct me with intermittent, concise commands, jumping in to grab them just before I rammed us into a rock.

Once in a while, one of us would break our unspoken pact of quietude to scream “sheep!” loud enough for all the other boats to hear, gesturing wildly to point out an illusive bighorn scrambling along the steep canyon walls.

The most words Doug ever said to me in a day came during a long, flat stretch of river where he pulled out a ukulele and serenaded me with an album-length concert while I lay across the bench seat with my eyes closed. The last song was an inspiring rendition of “I Don’t Want To Live on the Moon” by Ernie from “Sesame Street,” complete with a mouth trumpet solo. He was singing other people’s words, but I felt like I was finally starting to get to know him.

It took almost two weeks of eight-hour days alone in a boat in the bottom of the Grand Canyon before I started to sense something more than a quiet friendship blooming between us. When I realized that I had developed a crush on the stoic captain of our rubber raft, I told myself it was just part of the experience — that every novice rafter was bound to develop a crush on the person keeping them alive and ferrying them safely to camp each evening.

The interesting thing about it, though, was that even as we grew more comfortable together, we didn’t grow more talkative. There was no sudden shift where the walls fell down and we realized we had so much to talk about, so much to share. Things felt easy between us, but still I was getting to know Doug based almost purely on experience. He was showing me who he was rather than telling me.

By the time the trip ended, I was completely smitten but I hadn’t told him, afraid of breaking the spell of our quiet connection. When we finally kissed a few days later we were still acting mostly on nonverbal cues. But when I dropped him off at his house, he grinned and said, “We should keep hanging out.”

We spent a lot of time together in the weeks that followed. We talked some, but mostly when we were together we were doing things: going for bike rides, hiking or playing tennis during the day, and then cooking, playing cards or reading books aloud to each other at night. At the beginning I wondered if the spark would fade when we ran out of things to talk about entirely, but it’s been more tha four years and it hasn’t happened yet.

It’s funny to think that if I’d met Doug at a party, or even on a two-day trip instead of a three-week one, I’m certain we would have written each other off immediately. If we’d met on a dating app or been set up by friends I probably would have gone back to those friends and told them how awkward it had been — how we’d had nothing to talk about and we just hadn’t clicked. But instead we spent all day sitting together quietly for three weeks, and the bond we formed in that boat has grown into the healthiest, strongest relationship I’ve ever known.

I’m not necessarily suggesting that everyone should go through 200 hours of awkward silence with a first date before writing them off as a bad match. But maybe we put too much importance on that initial spark, or we tend to equate that spark with words and how easily they flow from the get-go. Neither of us turned out to be much like the people we thought we’d met during that first day on the Colorado River, and I’m glad we had the time to realize it.

A few weeks ago, Doug and I were walking down Main Street on our way to the local household goods store. Doug had insisted that I accompany him on his hunt for the perfect medium-sized pot. He wanted stainless steel and rounded sides, with a long, metal handle and a strainer built into the glass lid. I was humoring his particularity regarding kitchen instruments, and as we walked to the store I prattled on distractedly, working through some big idea that I hadn’t quite wrapped my head around yet. He turned to me, smiling, and said, “You know, sometimes you really talk a lot.”

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From Krakow: Zakopane and Dunajec Pontoon Rafting

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• English speaking driver and tour leader while rafting
• Small gift: free traditional cottage cheeses
• Guide in Zakopane
• Food and drinks (other than cheese and water)
• Please be ready 5 minutes before the departure and show your ticket to the driver. The exact pick-up time will be confirmed one day earlier in the evening, via message.
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Infant seats available
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Not recommended for travelers with back problems
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
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