Classic Rafting in the Stura Valley

If you’d like to try rafting on one of the most fascinating rivers in the Alps, this experience in the Stura Valley is a great place to start. Accompanied by an expert guide, you’ll cover around 8–9 km through rapids and stretches surrounded by nature!

During the descent, you’ll reach the picturesque Gole dell’Olla, where you can stop for a swim or take a plunge from the rocks, and you’ll round off the experience with water, fun and scenery that changes with every bend in the river!

What we will do

Please arrive 15–20 minutes before the scheduled time at the meeting point in Demonte (CN). The rafting guide who will accompany us throughout the descent will be waiting for us there. After registration and getting kitted out, we will form the teams and board the shuttle bus that will take us to the embarkation point, about 3 km from the base.

Once we arrive on the banks of the Stura, we’ll take part in a short safety briefing during which we’ll learn the main navigation rules and the commands to follow on the raft.

We will then begin our adventure along the river, traversing one of the most fascinating natural environments in the Alps. Paddling through bends and lively stretches, we will observe the rich vegetation that characterises the valley and the landscapes shaped by the water over time.

During the descent, we will stop for those who wish to try their hand at diving from the rocks into the river. There will also be opportunities to stop for photographs or to use a GoPro attached to your helmet or life jacket.

We will continue to the spectacular Gole dell’Olla, where the river narrows between rocky walls before flowing into the Roccasparvera basin. At the end of the roughly 2-hour trip, we can choose whether to return to the landing point on the dinghy or treat ourselves to one last swim.

Shuttles will then take us back to base, where hot showers and facilities will be available. The activity will last a total of 3 hours.

Who it is aimed at

This activity is suitable for children aged 6 and over; those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult or provide a signed authorisation form.

No previous experience is required to take part in the activity. You do not need to be able to swim, but you must be comfortable in the water.

The activity is not recommended for pregnant women, people with serious heart, respiratory or neurological conditions, those with significant mobility or bone problems, or those with a severe fear of water. There is also a recommended maximum weight of 120–130 kg.

Other information

The activity takes place every day from June to September and at weekends in April, May and October.

Please note! The activity goes ahead as normal in the event of rain. Only in the event of prolonged heavy rainfall or weather warnings may the organisers decide to cancel the descent for safety reasons.

The experience takes place on a raft shared by 6–8 passengers; on request, it is also possible to take part using a single packraft: please contact the organiser using the contact details provided in your booking confirmation email to submit your request.

Changing rooms with hot showers and toilets are available on site. Personal belongings can be stored in lockers available at the base.

Ample free parking is available. The meeting point is also accessible by public transport, thanks to the bus stop located opposite the entrance.

Recommended clothing

Season-appropriate clothing

Don't forget to bring

• Shoes for getting wet (trainers or beach shoes)
• Swimsuit
• A change of clothes
• Towel
• Slippers