Do you want to know the best spots for rafting in Rialp?
With good weather just around the corner, we want to do outdoor activities to finally forget the winter cold. Mountain lovers are waiting for the thaw of the highest peaks that have been snow-covered until now, so that the rivers fill up to the top.
This is when the rafting season begins, a sport full of fun, adrenaline, and team excitement that will allow you to spend a good time with whoever you choose. If you are planning a trip to Pallars Sobirà and want to book an exciting adventure, here are the best spots for rafting in Rialp.
The best 3 rafting routes in Rialp
Rafting in Rialp is a well-known and practiced sport, so there are many companies that offer their guide services to descend the river at full speed. Depending on the level and experience of the participants with a kayak, the guides will advise you to choose one of the three routes we propose.
From Llavorsí to Rialp
If you want to experience the thrill of the white waters of the Noguera Pallaresa River, this could be your perfect descent. It is a 14-kilometer stretch from Llavorsí to Rialp and is a favorite for those who do not have much experience in this sport but are not afraid of speed.
The first section consists of 4 very calm kilometers, followed by the well-known “Quatre Llarg,” one of the longest and safest rapids in commercial rafting rivers. For 3 kilometers, you will enjoy waves, narrows, eddies, etc.
When you reach the Guilleri Bridge, you will have the second half of the route left, where you can enjoy the most intense rapids of the adventure until you reach your destination.
Rafting for Children in Rialp
The second route we propose is ideal for children or for people who are afraid of speed and prefer to enjoy a slightly calmer ride. It is an 8-kilometer route along the Noguera Pallaresa River designed for children between 11 and 13 years old.
The stretch lasts approximately 2 hours, and the guide will be constantly giving all the necessary instructions to ensure a successful descent. It is a magnificent stretch to start rafting since the white waters in this sector are of low difficulty.
From Llavorsí to Figuereta, passing through Rialp
Now, we propose the star route for all those who want to experience the ultimate rafting adventure and invest the whole day in it.
It is the stretch of the Noguera Pallaresa River that goes from Llavorsí to Figuereta, passing through Rialp. The route through the rapids consists of 42 kilometers of non-stop adventures and adrenaline. It is one of the longest descents in the area and is only recommended for those who have experience in rafting and are in good physical shape.
As it is such a long stretch, you will need a whole day to complete the activity, so set aside approximately 6 hours of fun and adventure. In the middle of the route, you will stop to eat something and regain strength to continue with this demanding route through Lleida.
You will spend a very complete day, surrounded by nature, while descending the river at full speed.
When is the best season to raft in Rialp?
The rafting season in the Noguera Pallaresa usually begins in March and extends until October, depending on weather conditions and the river’s flow. The best time to raft in Rialp is between May and June, as the thaw increases the river’s flow, and the temperatures are not so cold.
What should I consider for rafting?
When rafting, you will always be accompanied by a professional guide who will give you the necessary instructions to enjoy a good experience. However, it is good to have basic swimming skills to handle yourself in an aquatic environment without it being dangerous for you.
In addition, you should also wear the complete protective equipment: helmet, life jacket, and wetsuit (if it’s cold). Follow the guide’s instructions at all times before, during, and after the rafting activity, as unforeseen events may arise during the route.
Therefore, it is advisable to book your stay in accommodation like Casa dels Peixos, a rural house in the Baronia de Rialb, to rest well and prepare your body for the adventure that awaits you.