Advantages
Upcoming dates
- From April to October
For whom
What's included in the price?
12 hours of whitewater kayaking lessons (single person),
Care of experienced whitewater kayaking instructors,
Professional equipment: single kayak, paddle, life jacket, helmet, apron,
Protective clothing: neoprene wetsuit, waterproof jacket,
Entrance ticket to the Pieniny National Park,
Transfer to individual sections of the route.
Accommodation & Food
Insurance,
Footwear,
The leader of the expedition
Accomadation
Trip plan
FridayDay I
13:00 accommodation in the Wietrznice resort:
14:00 start of water classes: we discuss equipment and water safety rules, we choose an easy place for stationary exercises. We learn the basic elements of whitewater kayaking
18:00 end of classes. Free timSaturdayDay II
7.30 - Start of classes - rafting along a section of the Dunajec River, Sromowce Niżne - Szczawnica (approx. 14 km) or Szczawnica- Wietrznice (17 km) practicing and perfecting previously learned techniques. We learn new techniques and signaling used on mountain rivers
12:00 End of classes in Szczawnica. Free time or return to our baseSundayDay III
8:00 - activities on the track or rafting along the Wietrznice - Łącko route (approx. 9 km). Warm-up on land/water. Rafting and exercises on selected sections of the river. Improving the acquired techniques on more demanding rapids (approx. 3 hours)
12:00 end of training, return to accommodation
14:00 check-out
FAQ
Where can I look for accommodation?
For an additional fee, we can book accommodation for you in rooms with bathrooms in the Wietrznice resort. This is the place where the course starts and ends, it is our base. This place is in the best possible location, offering comfort, peace and good food. There is a pizzeria called KayakPizza on site, open until 11 p.m.
What happens after the course? Will I receive a certificate that allows me to sail on mountain rivers or rent equipment?
We do not issue course completion certificates and such certificates are not used or respected in Poland or around the world, we can provide those interested with a commemorative course completion diploma.
Do I need to have experience in a touring kayak and what if I have never paddled before?
You don't need to have any experience, the course is conducted from scratch.
What if I've done a lot of rafting on lowland rivers and I'm a good kayaker on lowland rivers, won't I get bored? Can I take Level 2?
The course is conducted from scratch and contains all the necessary information regarding safety, rowing techniques, phenomena occurring on rivers, and kayak maneuvers in a mountain river. Skipping any of the stages always ends with a return to the basics.
Is the course demanding, intense, or will there be adrenaline?
Yes, the course is demanding and we have never encountered a situation where it was too easy, boring or lacking in excitement.
Do I have to be an athletic person?
Athletic people usually find it easier to perform the program, but there are people who, even though they are not athletic, have good motor coordination, which translates into faster progress.
What is the minimum and maximum age of the participant? What is the average age on the course?
The average age is about 35/45 years old, the oldest participant who reached a high level was 72 years old. There are also many people over 30 years old and a few over 60 swimming with us.
Is it a sport only for men?
It's not a sport for women either. However, there are about 20% fewer of them. Due to the weight of the kayak. Women often choose the easier option – packrafting.
How to dress and what to take with you?
Please bring thermoactive clothing or Lycra, a Tshirt, leggings, underwear, socks, shoes (comfortable, lace up with a hard sole), a towel (on cold days, take a hat and warm clothes to wear after classes),
If I have my own equipment, can I take it?
Yes, of course you can take your own equipment, but we are not responsible for any damage during transport.
Can I start the course from the second day?
Unfortunately, no, because on the first day of the course there are theoretical classes on the water, during which the instructor provides the most important safety information.
Things to remember
You should arrive earlier, about 20 minutes, and in high season take into account traffic jams
Thermoactive clothing or Lycra, which we wear under the wetsuit,
towel, underwear,
Lace-up footwear or kayaking footwear with a solid sole.
Mapy
Kayak Track Wietrznice Zabrzeż 415a 33-390 Łącko
Cancellation conditions
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Cancellation 24 hours or more before the agreed service start date
Full price refund. (Does not apply to groups).
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Cancellation in less than 24 hours
This is considered a last minute cancellation and a refund will not be possible.
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