Rafting: everything you need to know
Rafting is a team river sport that involves traveling down the course of a river or mountain stream in special rafts. Each raft carries a crew of 6 to 8 people, captained by an experienced guide who coordinates movements and gives commands to overcome rapids and other natural obstacles.
Rafting is an activity suitable for everyone, requiring no specific experience; you just need to be in good health, have good aquati skills and choose the route best suited to your level. Before entering the water, the guide holds a briefing on safety measures, and you are immediately ready to go.
The best time to go rafting is from April to October. The navigability of the river depends on the hydrometric conditions. Because of its abundant water flow, the Stura di Demonte Riveris navigable even in summer.
Cuneo Rafting: the best rafting trips on the Stura di Demonte River
To go rafting on the Stura di Demonte River, you can start from Gaiola, just 20 minutes from the city of Cuneo. Here, you can embark on the classic rafting trip, which is 6 to 8 km long and alternates between dynamic stretches with rapids and quieter sections where you can contemplate the surrounding nature. The integral trip, on the other hand, is about 18 km long…for those who never get tired!
The Stura di Demonte River can also be traveled by kayak-raft, a one- or two-seater inflatable boat that allows greater agility and freedom of movement. It combines canoeing and rafting for an even more eventful experience!
How much does it cost to go rafting in Cuneo and areas nearby?
Prices for rafting in and around Cuneo depend mainly on the length of the route. It starts at 49 euros per person for the classic rafting trip, but the price goes up to 65 euros for the full rafting trip. Rates include the guide, transfers and all necessary technical equipment (neoprene wetsuit, water jacket, helmet and life jacket)
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A rafting trip can be a suitable idea for any occasion, whether it is for a Christmas gift, a birthday or any other occasion. Being a team sport, it is also suitable for celebrating special events such as graduation parties, reunions with friends or bachelorette/bachelorette parties. And if, on the other hand, you don’t have any special events to celebrate, you can always decide to treat yourself to a different kind of weekend and brave the rapids of a mountain river. What fun!