Private Rafting in the Lousios and Alfeios River

The place

Lousios is the river where Zeus took his first bath immediately after his birth. Alfeios is the largest river in the Peloponnese and a god himself according to mythology. Both rivers flow through an impressive gorge, with white limestone cliffs rising above surrounded by prolific plant life even in the summer. Until the 20th century the river’s power was harnessed by numerous watermills, whilst the cliffs above provided refuge to hermits and monks in caves and cliff-hugging monasteries, the latter of which is still inhabited. Here, a unique rafting experience into two of the most beautiful rivers of Greece takes place.

The activity

We start the descent to the river Lucio from the bridge of Atsicholos Arcadia with full equipment, and with the help of experienced river guides. During the descent we enjoy a fairytale natural environment full of lush vegetation and gurgling waters. After crossing 3 km to the playful Lucio then we fall into the largest river of the Peloponnese, Alfeios where we continue for another 2.5 km until the end of our route. The passages we encounter during the descent are easy to moderate with a degree of difficulty 2 to 3 based on the international scale. During the summer months the conditions and the volume of water make this activity easy and suitable for everyone, for beginners and families. In the remaining months, based on the frequency of rainfall, the water level rises and this activity is an ideal choice for those looking for action and strong emotions without the previous experience being a prerequisite!

• Start time: 11:00
• Meeting Point: Maratha Arcadia
• Implementation period: All year (by arrangement)
• Route length: 6 km
• Route type: River crossing with inflatable boats - rafting
• Activity time with breaks: 4 hours
• Level of difficulty: Easy
• Suitability: Suitable for everyone / No previous experience required
• Meeting point: Maratha (Vlachorafti) Arcadia

Rafting is an activity for young and old where everyone without special physical condition has the opportunity to participate. The program includes 30 minutes of preparation time, 2-2.5 hours of descent, 30 minutes, swimming, rest. The descents are performed if the conditions (river level) allow it.

* If you are happy to paddle with a mixed group or don't want to spend more money then, booking a standard group trip is the best way to go. Private trips really work best with groups of experienced paddlers or groups of friends who want to do the trip slightly different, would like to do a more advanced journey or just want to have privacy and enjoy the trip just themselves.