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Intermediate-level Rafting in Umbria, on the Nera river

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Intermediate-level Rafting in Umbria, on the Nera river

Face off against the currents and rapids of the Valnerina with the rafting in Umbria. Climb aboard a rubber raft and let your true grit run riot!

If you like adventure and sports in close contact with nature and want an adrenalin-charged exciting experience, then rafting in Umbria on the Corno river and the Sentino river will take your breath away!

Before the start downstream, you will be given all the equipment needed for the activity and a qualified instructor will show you how to use it correctly. He’ll also explain all the rules that have to be respected and will show you the behavioural guidelines to follow during the trip.

The instructor will be with you and the other participants during the whole descent, which will take place aboard a special raft, providing commands and guidance needed to navigate better during your adventure aboard the raft.

Rafting is a great way to take on a challenge: you’ll tackle the river’s fast moving waters and feel strongly motivated to keep control of the boat and overcome the obstacles that arise during the descent. Rafting is a continuous challenge that provides a strong adrenaline rush and it’s also an excellent opportunity to work as a team together with the other crew members!

The route on the Corno river is about 7 km long. The descent is moderately difficulty due to the presence of third-level rapids, winding along a route through dramatic and unspoilt nature. You’ll be surrounded by lush vegetation and be able to admire the majesty of the mountains at close range and perceive the uniqueness of the landscape from a fascinating perspective. You can also admire one of the most magical stretches of the route, the Gole di Biselli (gorges); here the current of the Corno river becomes less intense until it subsides, the water flows smoothly, and seems to give passers-by all the time they need to admire and contemplate the grandeur of nature, the overhanging rocky cliffs, the caves carved out by the erosive effect of the water and the ruins of the Roman bridge.

The rafting route down the Sentino river, which runs between Umbria and the Marche, is also about 7 km long and consists of a moderately difficult route. It’s possible to raft down mainly in the winter months, in periods when the rains abound and the river reaches a good, constant flow. You’ll cross the lively waters of the Sentino river, feel them splash up vigorously against you and leave you breathless.

Your energy and your adrenalin will power your paddle so that you can direct the boat, and you’ll feel the great satisfaction of rowing and being an active part of the crew. This adventure will allow you to discover the pristine nooks and crannies of the Parco Monte Cucco – which is also famous for its Frasassi Caves – from a fascinating perspective.

Rafting on the Corno river and on the Sentino river will be an opportunity for you to release pure energy: an exciting and breath-taking experience that you’ll surely want to repeat!

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Plan

  1. 1
    briefing
  2. 2
    navigation

Recommended clothing

  • Bring with you a change of clothes or a bathing costume/trunks, a towel and water-proof mules.
  • On colder days we suggest you wear a technical sports sweater.

Included

You will be given a wetsuit and boots in Neoprene, a life jacket, helmet and paddle. The rafts are all provided by the instructors. In the starting area there are showers, toilets and changing rooms where you can change for the departure and where you can leave your personal or valuable items.

Not included

Everything that’s not listed under the heading ‘what is included’.

Time

The activity will last about 2 hours.

Languages

  • Italian
  • English

When

You can enjoy this experience only from 1/04 to 31/10.

Children

Suitable only for children over the age of 12 with authorization or accompanied by parents.

Pet policy

Pets are generally allowed, if easily managed. We invite you to liaise with our staff to check whether you can bring along your four-legged friend.

Requirements

To do this activity it is essential to have a good level of physical fitness and to be in good health.

Impaired mobility

  • The activity is also suitable for people with motor or other disabilities. In any case, we invite you to discuss your needs with our staff. If you find out that the experience is not suited to you (or others in your group) we will be happy to offer you an alternative activity or a full refund.

Additional information

This activity lasts half a day, so lunch is not provided. In your itinerary you can still select the lunch option, above your timeline. We will be able to recommend one of the best places to eat when you return.

Important

  • This activity can only be undertaken in favourable weather conditions, which will be evaluated by our partner and confirmed 48 hours in advance. In case of poor weather conditions we will immediately contact you and propose an alternative activity or a refund of the price paid.
  • This activity is subject to our operators’ availability. We have a large selection of collaborators capable of leading this activity, but if on the day you selected we do not have operators availabile, we will immediately, or in any case within 48 hours of booking, suggest an alternative activity you might wish to do or the choice of receiving a full refund of the price paid.
  • The times shown in the program are indicative and may vary according to your requests or those of the other participants in the group. These are always and in any case previously agreed with our staff or with the guide.
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Data sheet

Recommended clothing

Towel

A change of clothes (especially socks)

Water-proof mules

Bathing costume/trunks

A heavy sweater, a technical sports-style sweater is ideal

Included

Certified rafts are all provided by the instructors

Neoprene boots

In the starting area there are showers, toilets and changing rooms

life jacket, helmet and paddle

Neoprene wetsuit

Not included

Everything that’s not listed under the heading ‘what is included’.

Time

2 hours

Languages

Italian

English

When

You can enjoy this experience only from 1/4 to 31/10

Requirements

To do this activity it is essential to have a good level of physical fitness and to be in good health.

Suitable for children

Over the age of 12

Provided they are accompanied by their parents

Pets are allowed

If easily managed

We invite you to liaise with our staff to check whether you can bring along your four-legged friend.

Additional information

This activity lasts half a day, so lunch is not provided. In your itinerary you can still select the lunch option, above your timeline. We will be able to recommend one of the best places to eat when you return

Important

This activity can only be undertaken in favourable weather conditions, which will be evaluated by our partner and confirmed 48 hours in advance. In case of poor weather conditions we will immediately contact you and propose an alternative activity or a refund of the price paid.

This activity is subject to our operators’ availability. We have a large selection of collaborators capable of leading this activity, but if on the day you selected we do not have operators availabile, we will immediately, or in any case within 48 hours of booking, suggest an alternative activity you might wish to do or the choice of receiving a full refund of the price paid.

The times shown in the program are indicative and may vary according to your requests or those of the other participants in the group. These are always and in any case previously agreed with our staff or with the guide.

Always communicate through Exploring Umbria to ensure you receive the best bespoke service to suits your requirements. In order to protect your payments, never transfer money via channels outside the Exploring Umbria website.

Cancellation policy

If you cancel the reservation for this activity up to 24 hours before the event we will refund you 100% of the price.

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