7 Days of Packrafting and Hiking Through Europe’s Green Gem
7 Days of Packrafting and Hiking Through Europe’s Green Gem
7 Days of Packrafting and Hiking Through Europe’s Green Gem
Below are the various departure dates for The Packraft Trail. Bookings open on November 12. Want to make sure you get a spot? Pre-register now.
Pre-registration offers these benefits:
✔ Book on November 11 at 4:00 p.m., 24 hours before everyone else.
✔ Guarantee yourself the lowest possible price thanks to early-bird rates.
✔ Get the “Super Flex” booking terms for free.
✔ Pre-registration is completely non-binding.
Discover your 7-day hiking and packrafting adventure in Slovenia. Our route takes you through breathtaking mountain landscapes and along the emerald Soča River. Overnight stays are arranged, while you explore the stunning scenery at your own pace.
Choose how you want to explore Slovenia’s stunning nature: sleep under the stars in a tent or enjoy a little extra comfort.
The ultimate camping adventure: spend your nights in stunning locations surrounded by nature.
What to expect:
What’s included:
Optional extras:
Hut2Hut Option – Coming Soon!
Looking for a little extra comfort? Upgrade your adventure with overnight stays in cosy huts. The perfect place to relax and recharge after a day of exploring the great outdoors.
Stay tuned for more details!
6 overnight stays at campsites and a mountain hut along the trail
Material and safety equipment needed for whitewater packrafting
Briefing and support from our experienced ranger & local guides
Mobile app with the interactive route’s map
Permits for Lake Bohinj and the Soča River
Luggage transfers between basecamps
If you book early, you can temporarily take advantage of our completely free Superflex booking terms!
Only a very limited number of packrafts are available for each departure.
Camping equipment rent a tent or sleeping set
Adventure Foodpack vegetarian or meat
Last night in hostel extend your stay in Ljubljana
Comfort upgrade (hut option) spend 3 nights of the trip in huts along the trail
Hiking material rent a pair of trekking poles
See the details and prices of the extra options below.
The Packraft Trail Slovenia runs throughout the summer, from late June to August, with arrivals on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, depending on availability. Selected departures are also planned for early September.
We are dependent on water levels. Therefore, the activity may be modified if water levels are not safe enough to provide a good packrafting experience.
Can’t wait to get out on the water, or want to prepare for your Slovenian adventure? Get a taste of packrafting with our micro-adventures!
Flying to Ljubljana Airport? The airport shuttle is included if you book your flights with us. If you arrange your own travel, you can add the airport shuttle package to your booking. This covers all your essential transfers: from the airport to the basecamp, from the finish line in Tolmin to Ljubljana, and back to the airport on your final morning.
Travelling by car? We recommend parking at Ljubljana Airport and using our airport shuttle to reach the starting point and return from Ljubljana.
Alternatively, you can park in Bohinjska, approximately 5 km from the starting point. However, parking is paid and unsecured, and you’ll need to arrange your own return journey from Tolmin. This involves a combination of buses and trains and takes approximately 3 hours.
Please note that the starting and finishing points are different, so keep this in mind when planning your journey.
If you book your flights through The Packraft Trail, the transfers between the airport and the basecamps are also included.
Flights include 7 kg of hand luggage and 23 kg of checked baggage.
Choose from return flights to Ljubljana (LJU) on Wednesdays, Fridays or Sundays, departing from Amsterdam (AMS), Brussels (BRU), Paris (CDG), Frankfurt (FRA) or Munich (MUC), depending on your travel date.
Throughout your adventure, you’ll stay at beautiful campsites surrounded by Slovenia’s stunning natural landscapes, with one night in an authentic mountain hut. The campsites have basic facilities, including toilets and showers.
Looking for a little extra comfort? Choose our Comfort upgrade and swap some of your camping nights for stays in cosy mountain huts and hostels with proper beds. You’ll still get to enjoy two nights of camping under the stars!
When booking, you can choose an Adventure Foodpack (vegetarian or meat). This way, you can enjoy tasty and nutritious meals during your packrafting adventure without having to worry about grocery shopping.
The foodpack includes breakfast and lunch, which you can prepare with your cooking set while enjoying the stunning scenery. Meals that aren’t included can be enjoyed à la carte at restaurants near our partner campsites (at your own expense).
You’ll also receive a cooking set to easily prepare your meals. This includes:
We’ll provide you with all the packrafting equipment you’ll need for the trip.
We’ve put together a packing list that includes all the essentials for your adventure.
Standard – Minimal flexibility
Superflex – Moderate flexibility
Ultimate Flex – Maximum flexibility
Book early and enjoy free Superflex booking conditions for a limited time!
After booking, you’ll get access to the Travelbase app, where you’ll find all the practical information you need before, during and after your adventure. From useful tips and advice to everything you need along the trail, it’s all in one place. You can also use the app to contact your guides shortly before and during your trip.
Think of it as your digital guide and trip planner! Make sure to download the app before departure so you’ll always have all the information at your fingertips.
€89
€89
The Adventure Foodpack includes breakfast (fresh or freeze-dried) and a freeze-dried lunch that you can easily prepare using the included cooking set. We’ll also treat you to a welcome BBQ and a pizza night!
On the other evenings, you can enjoy dinner at one of the restaurants near our partner campsites (at your own expense).
€45 – €65
€45 – €65
Don’t have suitable a suitable tent or prefer to travel light when flying? No worries! You can rent a high-quality, compact 3-season tent from us for your adventure.
You can choose between a tent for 1 person or for 2 persons.
€39
€39
You will receive a sleeping bag with a minimum comfort temperature of 5°C, along with a liner and a comfortable sleeping mat.
from €12
from €12
We recommend using hiking poles for your trek through the Triglav mountains. The terrain can be steep and slippery, and hiking poles will help you stay balanced and take some pressure off your knees.
You can rent a pair for €12.
Here are a few frequently asked questions about The Packraft Trail Slovenia.
The packraft trip in Slovenia takes 7 days and 6 nights: five nights at a campsite and one night in a mountain hut. You start at Laski Rovt near Lake Bohinj and finish in Tolmin.
Do you want to spend an extra night in Ljubljana? Then the trip takes 8 days, with the airport transfer on day 8.
The packraft trip in Slovenia takes place in July and August, when the weather is warm and the Soča and its surroundings are at their best for a week of paddling and camping.
The current price is shown on the trip page, where you can choose your date and options. The price includes a whitewater packraft with safety equipment, instruction and a briefing by experienced guides, luggage transport between the basecamps, the Soča paddling permit and the Travelbase app with offline maps.
Camping equipment rental, the Adventure Foodpack and airport shuttles are optional. Flights are not included.
No, long-term parking is not available at the basecamp in Laski Rovt.
If you are arriving by car, we recommend parking in public municipal parking lots in nearby Bohinjska Bistrica or to park at the airport and using our airport shuttle.
You can either book our Adventure Foodpack or self-cater using local supermarkets and mountain huts.
Because grocery stores and huts are not situated on every single stage of the mountain trail, we strongly recommend booking the foodpack or carrying multi-day supplies.
The Adventure Foodpack includes daily breakfasts, trail lunches, a welcome BBQ, and a pizza night.
It covers nutritious trail food for the backcountry portions and two communal dinners, leaving you free to explore local mountain restaurants on remaining evenings.
Yes, you can rent a full cooking set on site or purchase standard screw-on gas canisters.
The rental kitchen package includes lightweight pots, a gas stove, cutlery, and gas. Gas cartridges matching standard outdoor burners are also available for purchase.
The Packraft Trail Slovenia is a self-guided adventure, allowing you to explore at your own pace. On days 4 and 5, professional river guides will accompany you on the water as you tackle the more challenging sections of the Soča River.
Throughout the trip, one of our rangers will provide you with all the information you need, take care of logistics, and be available to assist you whenever needed.
A local river guide accompanies you on the technical packrafting sections of the Soča River. Before you hit the rapids, the guide checks your equipment and gives paddling instructions, and stays at the key rapids to help anyone who needs it.
The rest of the trip is self-guided. One of our rangers is available throughout to provide information, take care of logistics and assist you whenever needed.
The 7-day Slovenia adventure covers approximately 85 kilometers in total.
This includes roughly 55 km of alpine hiking through Triglav National Park and 30 km of packrafting on emerald alpine waters.
Main luggage and heavy packraft gear are fully transported for you between stages throughout the trip.
You only hike with a light daypack carrying daily essentials. Our logistics team delivers your main luggage and rafting equipment directly to each camp and put-in location.
The Slovenia adventure starts in Laski Rovt near Lake Bohinj and concludes in Tolmin.
Over seven days, the expedition traverses through Triglav National Park down into the emerald valley of Tolmin, covering approximately 85 km.
You can take our dedicated transfer shuttle connecting Ljubljana Airport, the start camp, and the finish point.
The shuttle covers:
– Airport transfer from Ljubljana Airport to Laski Rovt upon arrival
– Transfer from Tolmin to downtown Ljubljana on Day 7
– Transfer from downtown Ljubljana to the airport on Day 8
The shuttle is automatically included when booking flights with Travelbase, or can be added separately to your booking.
If arranging independent flights or train travel, you can easily add the shuttle option in your booking account at any time prior to departure. Make sure your transport matches the shuttle hours.
No, dogs are not permitted on the Packraft Trail Slovenia due to alpine terrain and whitewater rapids.
The steep mountain trails in Triglav National Park and Class I-II whitewater on the Soča River are unsuitable for dogs. For dog-friendly micro-adventures, explore our routes in the French Ardennes or De Biesbosch.
The navigated sections of the Soča River are rated Whitewater Class I to II (easy to moderate).
These sections offer thrilling yet accessible rapids that are easily manageable with introductory instruction and safety supervision from our guides.
You can choose between camping in tents at scenic campsites or staying overnight in rustic mountain huts.
Both options allow you to immerse yourself in the Julian Alps, whether you prefer sleeping under canvas or enjoying cozy alpine hospitality.
Hiking through Triglav National Park requires a decent level of fitness and endurance.
While some sections are rocky and steep, the trails are manageable for active hikers with basic hiking experience and sturdy hiking boots.