Among the many outdoor activities that can be practiced in Tuscany, rafting is ideal for those who want to discover unspoiled environments and totally immerse themselves in nature. Garfagnana in particular, between the Apuan Alps and the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines, is the most popular area with lovers of rafting and other outdoor activities. The Lima River and the Serchio River flow for miles along the valley and are the perfect location for aquatic and thrilling adventures.
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- Rafting: everything you need to know about this discipline
- Rafting in Tuscany: the best places to practice it
- How much does it cost to go rafting in Tuscany?
- Rafting in Tuscany: a great idea for an original gift
Rafting: everything you need to know about this discipline
Rafting is a river sport that involves descending the water course of a river or mountain stream. Aboard a special unsinkable raft, the crew traverses rapids and overcomes natural obstacles they find in the way.
Before leaving, the guides always give a briefing to learn the basic rules. Then you board the dinghy and paddle all together in the clear waters of the river, following the guide’s commands.
In its recreational form, rafting is an activity for everyone. There are all kinds of trips with different levels of difficulty, making the experience suitable even for beginners. Children and families are welcome. There are special soft-rafting trips for them, which are ideal for a first approach and to have fun in complete safety.
Rafting in Tuscany: the best places to practice it
One of the most popular locations for outdoor tourism in Tuscany is Bagni di Lucca, a town popular since the 19th century for its hot springs and natural landscapes. Rafting in Bagni di Lucca allows you to delve into nature and discover an evocative territory hidden among the hills of the Tuscan Apennines.
The Lima Creek is an inexhaustible source of fun and surprises. Navigating its waters means crossing dynamic currents, foaming rapids and rocky ridges. In addition, the breathtaking landscapes of the Lima Valley make a rafting experience in Bagni di Lucca truly unforgettable.
Lovers of art cities and urban environments, on the other hand, can go rafting on the Arno River. Florence‘s river is poised to provide unprecedented glimpses of the Tuscan capital with a scenic tour through Pontevecchio and other points of interest in the city.
How much does it cost to go rafting in Tuscany?
Prices for a rafting experience in Tuscany vary depending on the starting location and type of route. These range from 29 euros per person for a scenic tour on the Arno River in Florence to 65 euros for an adrenaline-fueled trip on the Lima Creek in Bagni di Lucca.
Rafting in Tuscany: a great idea for an original gift
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24 Aug 2026 | Packrafting on the Lima River
A wonderful experience
A wonderful experience, really good fun – definitely one to repeat. William was brilliant! After explaining all the safety instructions to us, he made sure we had a truly lovely day combining sport, nature and fun.
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Manuele M.31 Aug 2026 | Packrafting on the Lima River
My birthday at the rafting centre
Hi, we’re Chiara and Youssef! We were at your place today for Youssef’s birthday – I had a brilliant time… Bye for now! I’ve borrowed Chiara’s phone – it’s Youssef here. Today was absolutely brilliant and I had such a great time – obviously, all thanks to William and his team too.nIt’s an experience we’ll definitely be repeating, but we’ll try to take it up a notch 🫶nThanks, see you next time.
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Chiara B.24 Aug 2026 | Soft rafting for families on the Serchio river near Lucca
We went rafting...
We went rafting with our 11- and 4-year-old children and had a brilliant time!! Laura, Beppe and Lorenzo are lovely and really knew how to keep us entertained, even though we had several young children with us. We hope to come back soon to try canyoning!
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Lara I.28 Aug 2026 | Family Rafting in Elsa Valley
A lovely, brilliant place...
A charming place with excellent, knowledgeable and professional staff – we highly recommend it to anyone still undecided… it’s also suitable for children.
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Antonio P.13 Aug 2026 | Family Rafting in Elsa Valley
We had a...
We had a lovely time rafting. The instruction was excellent and the guides were good-humoured. The Elsa River was a beautiful setting and perfect for a picnic and a dip afterwards. The guides took photos of us rafting, jumping in and at the waterfall, which were sent to us later. We would definitely recommend it.
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Steven G.11 Jul 2026 | Packrafting on the Lima River
Family Rafting
We had a brilliant time!
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Tony G.Rafting: the best places nearby
- Lucca
- Bagni di Lucca
- Lima River
- Florence
- Arno River
- Colle di val d'elsa
- Arezzo
- Siena
- Serchio River
- Pisa
More places for rafting
- Lao River
- Val di Sole
- Umbria
- Valle d'Aosta
- Valsesia
- Lombardia
- Subiaco
- Abruzzo
- Trentino-Alto Adige
- Calabria
- Pollino National Park
- Norcia
- Brenta River
- Piedmont
- Veneto
- Valstagna
- Verona
- Noce River
- Laino Borgo
- Campania