Zakopane Traditional Dunajec Rafting and Mountain Chairlift

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Zakopane Traditional Dunajec Rafting and Mountain Chairlift

By Thousand Miles Krakow

Free cancellation available

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Free cancellation available
10h
Mobile voucher
Instant confirmation
Selective hotel pickup
Multiple languages

Overview

Start your journey with a visit to Czorsztyn Castle, beautifully set by the lake and rich in history.

Next, stop at a traditional Bacówka (shepherd's hut) to taste regional treats like oscypek cheese and experience local highlander culture.

Then, enjoy a scenic rafting trip down the Dunajec River on traditional wooden rafts. As you float through Pieniny National Park, admire views of the Three Crowns and Sokolica peaks, while local raftsmen share stories and legends.

After rafting, relax in Szczawnica with a taste of its famous healing waters, known for their mineral content and health benefits.

Continue with a chairlift ride to the top of Palenica Mountain (722 m), offering panoramic views of the Pieniny, Beskid Sądecki, and Dunajec Valley. Take a break at the mountaintop restaurant with a drink and the view.

End the day in Szczawnica’s charming main square — full of cafes, shops, and local delicacies — perfect for a stroll and some souvenir shopping.

Activity location

Zakopane
- Zakopane, Poland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Zakopane
- Zakopane, Poland

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Zakopane Traditional Dunajec Rafting and Mountain Chairlift

10h
English

Pickup included

Travellers

Languages available

Starting time

Price details

AU$182.54 x 1 AdultAU$182.54

Total

Until Tue, 14 Apr

What's included, what's not

Hotel pickup & drop off
Spare time on main square in Szczawnica
2,5 hours Dunajec rafting
Transfers (Zakopane -Szczawnica- Zakopane)
Visiting the oldest traditional mountain hut. Highlander cheese & regional alcohol tasting
Ticket to Palenica Mountain Chairlift
Entrance ticket to the hidden castle - Czorsztyn
Visit to the spa water drinking hall with tasting
English - speaking driver
Dinner
Drinks
Tips

Know before you book

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Zakopane

Pick up (Zakopane) - The driver will pick you up from the place in Zakopane that you chose when making your reservation. Wait for him in front of the hotel / apartment main entrance at the agreed time (or better a few minutes earlier).

Zakopane

Transfer to Szczawnica - Sit back and admire the typical Polish landscapes.

Czorsztyn Castle

30m
Admission ticket included

The castle was built on a rock called Castle Mountain (588 metres above sea level), rising on the left bank of the Dunajec Valley. It is located about 50 metres above the surface of the current Czorsztyn Lake.

Pieniny National Park

30m
Admission ticket included

Stop at "Bacówka" (shepherd's cabin) - On your way to Szczawnica, you will visit the place where one of the most unique cheeses in the world is made. Highlanders - local settlers, famous for their manual production of "oscypek". It is a type of smoked cheese made from sheep's milk. The wooden houses where this cheese is produced are called "Bacówki". In such a small wooden hut you will be able to try different types of this cheese with different degrees of smoking, as well as learn how it is made.

Czarny Dunajec

1h 45m

Dunajec rafting - A rafting trip through the Dunajec Gorge in Szczawnica, where you can admire the picturesque landscapes of the Pieniny National Park on traditional rafts steered by experienced rafters. The rafting route leads through charming spots, offering views of the Three Crowns and Sokolica peaks, while the rafters entertain with stories about the region and its traditions.

Pijalnia Wod Leczniczych Uzdrowisko Szczawnica

Healing waters - The spa waters in Szczawnica are known for their healing properties, rich in minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and iron. They are used in the treatment of respiratory, digestive, and rheumatic conditions. Taste each one and experience their unique benefits.

Palenica

1h
Admission ticket included

Palenica Mountain Chairlift - The chairlift ride to Palenica is one of the main attractions in Szczawnica, taking tourists to an altitude of 722 metres above sea level. The lift offers spectacular views of the Pieniny Mountains, Beskid Sądecki, and the Dunajec Valley. At the top, there is a viewpoint and a restaurant where you can enjoy a drink while admiring the beautiful scenery.

Szczawnica

Main square - the heart of Szczawnica - The main square in Szczawnica is the vibrant heart of the town, featuring numerous restaurants, pastry shops, and souvenir stalls. It is the perfect place for a stroll, where you can try local delicacies, buy handmade souvenirs, and enjoy the charming atmosphere of this picturesque spa town. The square is surrounded by historic buildings, adding to its unique character and ambiance.

Zakopane

Transfer to Zakopane - Relax on the ride back to Zakopane in the afternoon, where the tour concludes with drop-off back at your original departure point.

Location

Activity location

Zakopane
- Zakopane, Poland

Meeting/Redemption Point

Zakopane
- Zakopane, Poland

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