TOP 9 rivers for kayaking and canoeing

However, it is not surprising, because this is a unique opportunity to see the beauty of your native land from a different angle - when the sun is reflected in the water surface, flying splashes refresh your face, and the spicy smells of flowering herbs are in the air...

On the other hand, Belarus is famous for its rivers and lakes. This, in turn, has rich tourism potential, which, moreover, appeals to travelers. By the way, almost all rivers have the first category of difficulty (there are 6 in total), which means the easiest. But this does not mean that the rafting will be boring. Each route has its own characteristics, nuances and even difficulties, so rafting will give a lot of impressions not only to beginners, but also to experienced tourists.

Routes can vary from several hours to several days. It all depends on the level of preparation and the length of the route itself. It is best to start with the simplest ones, lasting a few hours. And gradually complicate each new rafting.

There are many organizations that offer proven routes and assistance in preparation. And some even accompany throughout the entire journey. For beginners this is an ideal option. An unprepared person can quickly get tired and decide that this type of tourism is not suitable for him. But kayaking and canoeing is not limited to boring rowing: if you choose the right route, you can and even need to make stops along the way to see the sights of the area, wander in the forest and just take a break and enjoy the picturesque scenery.

If the rafting is planned for several days, then an overnight stay in a picturesque place, dinner at the fire and evening gatherings are an integral part of the trip. We offer you some ideas for an amazing trip.

Popular Isloch - beautiful landscapes along the coast, sharp turns and the water is so clear that you can see the water depths.

Languishing Vilia is another equally popular destination. Its careless flow, wide but winding channel, sandy banks and pine forests set it off among other Belarusian rivers.

Deceptive Stracha - in the spring its current increases to the second category of difficulty. In addition, it contains artificial rapids, so it won’t be boring.

Mischievous Saryanka – stony rifts and a large number of attractions: churches, park and dolomite rocks.

Unique Sluch - remote places with wild nature. An impressive sight: majestic oak forests towering above the banks.

Sedate Svisloch will show the familiar landscapes and architecture of Minsk in all their splendor.

Rich Sula is a small river, the bottom is sandy with clean water. Sula is rich in a large number of driftwood and interesting artifacts.

Mysterious Usa - branches hang directly above the surface of the water, and snags can suddenly float up in front of the kayak’s bow, but you can enjoy unusually beautiful places.

Desperate Smerd, rafting on which is possible only in the spring. The river meanders along alder thickets, majestic pine forests and beaver dams.

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