Rafting Papasidero

• Useful information to know before embarking on a rafting trip
• Papasidero rafting: an adventure in the heart of the Pollino National Park
• How much does it cost to go rafting in Papasidero?
• Papasidero rafting: gifting an unforgettable experience on the Lao River

Useful information to know before embarking on a rafting trip

Rafting is a river sport that involves navigating along the course of a river or mountain stream. It is practiced aboard special inflatable boats, called rafts, which can carry up to 8 people. On each raft there is an experienced guide who acts as captain and gives commands for navigation. The crew navigates between rapids and other natural obstacles by helping themselves to paddles.

In its recreational form, rafting is a suitable activity for everyone. No special skills or experience are required, you just need to have good water skills and choose the course best suited to your level. Before setting off, we prepare by conducting a briefing on basic techniques and safety rules.

To go rafting, you must wear a swimsuit, thermal shirt (optional), and sneakers you’re fine with getting wet. Everything else is provided free of charge by the rafting center. The best months for rafting are the spring and summer months.

Papasidero rafting: an adventure in the heart of the Pollino National Park

Located in the heart of the Lao River Valley, the village of Papasidero is the ideal place to set off on a rafting adventure in the Pollino Mountains. The many rafting centers in the area organize trips of all levels, with the starting/ending point right in Papasidero. From here, in fact, it is possible to navigate more or less long or challenging stretches of the Lao River.

Beginners and families with children can walk the shorter, quieter Orsomarso section. Classic rafting routes, on the other hand, include runs from 8 to 14 km of length. All of these pass through Papasidero and involve passing between the Lao Gorge, a striking stretch between rock walls.

The more hardened can travel the entire navigable stretch of the Lao River, the one from Laino Borgo to Papasidero: 26 km of fun and adrenaline!

How much does it cost to go rafting in Papasidero?

A rafting experience in Papasidero involves varying costs depending on the starting location, the length of the route, and its characteristics. It starts at 35 euros per person for a basic route and goes up to 95 euros for a Full Explorer trip. There is often a discount for children.

Rafting centers in Calabria organize varied experiences, also offering mixes of outdoor activities. A rafting experience, in fact, can be combined with an ATV excursion, a canyoning trail or a paragliding flight. Multiple experiences cost more but are the best choice to fully enjoy the beauty of the Pollino National Park.

Papasidero rafting: gifting an unforgettable experience on the Lao River

Rafting in Calabria finds its greatest expression in Papasidero. So if you’re thinking of gifting someone an outdoor experience, this small village in Cosenza can give you the right idea.

But why specifically give a rafting experience as a gift? Because the wonderful places where it takes place and the adrenaline rush will make it memorable! Here, then, if you are tired of giving the usual gifts, you can book a raft for your best friend’s next birthday.

Or, have any of your friends graduated or are getting married soon? An outing in nature and a rafting trip are perfect for celebrating events or bachelor/bachelorette parties. In addition, a group sport is a great way to solidify a friendship or team spirit. Rafting, therefore, is also a good idea for team-building events.